Managing Director, Investment Counselor, Orange County

The Investment Counselor Principal is a strategic professional who closely follows latest trends in own field and adapts them for application within own job and the business. Recognized subject matter expert within one area. Strong commercial awareness is a necessity. Is an acknowledged authority both within and outside area of expertise. Typically a small number of people within the business that provide the same level of expertise. Excellent communication skills required in order to negotiate internally, often at a senior level. Some external communication is typically required. Provides advanced judgment and conducts in-depth quantitative or qualitative analysis to solve problems and develop new, innovative solutions. Required to think beyond existing solutions, assumptions or current knowledge of sophisticated areas. Significant impact on a function and/or the business through making decisions that determine technical approaches and strategies for the area. Citi Private Bank’s objective is to further enhance its ability to build relationships with, and service the investment needs of ultra-high net worth clients in the US.

Responsibilities

• Investment counselors joining Citi Private Bank will be distinguished and highly accomplished at establishing, growing and managing investment relationships with ultra-high net worth clients. They should be experienced in the implementation and oversight of investment solutions, and in providing advice and guidance on markets and actionable investment ideas. Appropriate candidates will possess the credibility to cultivate trusting relationships with existing ultra-high net worth clients of Citi Private Bank, and should be entrepreneurial and capable of bringing in new clients/investment relationships. Candidates for the position should be collaborative and team oriented, able to leverage a wide array of internal partners.
• Leverage existing client relationships, local network and investment experience to introduce new ultra-high net worth clients to Citi Private Bank.
• Build and manage a successful practice centered on deepening relationships by providing potential and existing clients with appropriate investment advice and solutions.
• Combine in depth knowledge of traditional and alternative investments with wealth planning and private banking services to optimize client service and cross-marketing opportunities.
• Work across currencies, asset classes, markets and jurisdictions.
• Engage and advise clients on brokerage activity and execute trades seamlessly.
• Appropriately assess risk when business decisions are made, demonstrating particular consideration for the firm's reputation and safeguarding Citigroup, its clients and assets, by driving compliance with applicable laws, rules and regulations, adhering to Policy, applying sound ethical judgment regarding personal behavior, conduct and business practices, and escalating, managing and reporting control issues with transparency.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience.
• Extensive experience in providing investment advice and solutions.
• CFA, MBA degree or other advanced degree a plus.
• Requires advanced judgment and conducts in-depth analysis to solve problems and develop new, innovative solutions. Required to think beyond existing solutions, assumptions or current knowledge of sophisticated areas.
• US Only: S7, S66 (or 63 & 65) & S31; NOTE: Securities Industry Exam (SIE is a prerequisite to the S7).

Education

• Bachelor's/University degree, Master's degree preferred.

Job Family Group: Private Client Product Services

Job Family: Investment Counselor

Time Type: Full time

Primary Location: Costa Mesa California United States

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range: $250,000.00 - $500,000.00

In addition to salary, Citi’s offerings may also include, for eligible employees, discretionary and formulaic incentive and retention awards. Citi offers competitive employee benefits, including medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Citi also offers paid time off packages, including planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays. For additional information regarding Citi employee benefits, please visit citibenefits.com. Available offerings may vary by jurisdiction, job level, and date of hire.

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Anticipated Posting Close Date: Jun 08, 2026