Relationship Manager I

At BBH, Partnership is more than a form of ownership—it’s our approach to business and relationships. We know that supporting your professional and personal goals is the best way to help our clients and advance our business. We take that responsibility seriously. With a 200-year legacy and a shared passion for what’s next, this is the right place to build a fulfilling career.Firm Overview: Brown Brothers Harriman is one of the oldest and largest private banks in the United States, with a history spanning more than 200 years. As a private partnership, BBH operates with a long-term orientation that is rare in financial services – no outside shareholders, no quarterly earnings pressure, and no conflicts born from competing business lines.BBH Capital Partners is the firm’s multi-family office division, serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, and private business owners across investment management, private markets and alternatives, wealth planning, estate and trust services, tax strategy, philanthropic advisory, commercial lending, and family business advisory.Job Overview:Brown Brothers Harriman is seeking a Relationship Manager I to join the Capital Partners multi-family office team in Boston. In this role you will serve as the point person for ultra-high-net-worth clients, with a focus on developing core relationship management skills, client service, and portfolio management fundamentals. At this level, the RM I will generally co-manage accounts alongside a more senior RM, handling day-to-day client needs while building toward independent account ownership. You will manage day-to-day activities of the client base and ensure that client needs are met, including managing account maintenance activities, resolving account-related problems, and preparing client presentation materials.Key Responsibilities: Relationship Management and Business Development:Serve as the primary or secondary point person on designated accounts, handling moderately complex relationships independently and partnering with senior RMs on the firm's most sophisticated, multi-generational client engagements.Ensure all clients are highly satisfied with the service they are receiving as demonstrated by continuing to maintain their assets at BBH, gaining wallet share, and referring their friends and family to the firm. Support the preparation and delivery of polished, insight-driven client meeting materials, account reviews, and periodic reporting that reflect the BBH standard of excellence.Generate new business primarily through referrals from existing clients, with a growing focus on cultivating new relationships (working toward allocating up to 30% of your time to business development).Investment Execution:Serve as the first call for portfolio-related questions, including investments, markets and economy, asset allocation, and performance, building the trust and credibility that define a world-class advisor.Develop a deep working knowledge of BBH's full suite of investment offerings across public markets, private equity, and alternative strategies.Demonstrate command of the fundamentals of each investment discipline and ensure that every client's unique needs, goals, and values are thoughtfully addressed.Implement tailored investment strategies to meet individual client objectives, leveraging BBH's proprietary guidelines and policy framework to construct client-specific plans with rigor and care.Build and demonstrate high-level investment knowledge, including private markets, alternatives, and the risk and tax dimensions of wealth, and bring that knowledge to life in every client interaction.Prepare for and lead client meetings with confidence and create compelling client meeting materials.Risk Management and Administration:Exercise sound, professional investment judgment on behalf of clients, upholding the fiduciary standard that has defined BBH for over 200 years.Assist in overseeing Relationship Associate work product related to client requests and account maintenance, ensuring accuracy and timeliness at every touchpoint.Demonstrate 100% adherence to the compliance requirements of the business, maintaining documentation and written records of all meetings and discussions.Act as the day-to-day contact point with clients, proactively identifying and elevating high-level risk issues to the Senior RM and/or Office Head.Ensure compliance at the account level and oversee and respond to all compliance reports (i.e., overdraft reports, approved trades, delinquent documentation, IPSs).Oversee all account maintenance activities including documentation, meeting materials, and performance evaluations.Business and Professional Leadership:Actively participate in personal and professional networks and research/monitor industry resources to identify potential leads, working in partnership with more seasoned RMs.Build credibility and presence with clients through consistent follow-through, intellectual engagement, and high-quality deliverables.Invest in your own professional development by leveraging the internal resources, mentorship, and institutional knowledge available at BBH. Seek guidance from senior RMs and Team Leaders and demonstrate a growth orientation toward independent account management and long-term career advancement.Coach, train, and mentor analysts, providing meaningful input on their career development and contributing to the next generation of BBH talentQualifications:Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent required6+ plus years relevant ultra-high-net-worth client management experienceExcellent client service skillsSuperior oral/written communication, analytical and thought leadership skillsFamiliarity and comfort engaging with private business ownersStrong team player with a high work ethic and attention to detailKnowledge of asset allocation, trust and fiduciary principlesCFA, CFP, and/or MBA a plusWhat We Offer:A collaborative, partnership-driven environment where you are encouraged to contribute beyond your defined role and add value wherever your expertise and judgment can make an impact.Direct access to clients, proprietary research, and subject matter experts across all business areas, providing an open-architecture platform that accelerates professional growth at a pace unmatched in the industry.Clear pathways for advancement. Opportunities to expand your expertise, take on new challenges, and continuously develop your career without ever having to leave the firm. Your ceiling here is defined only by your ambition and ability.A culture of inclusion that values each employee's unique perspective and recognizes that the strongest teams are built on diverse viewpoints.A comprehensive benefits program emphasizing health, financial security, and peace of mind, reflecting the same standard of care we bring to our clients.Rewarding, meaningful work with the flexibility to maintain balance across personal and family life at every stage of your career.Community engagement opportunities to give back and make a lasting impact beyond the walls of the firm.Salary RangeMA: $85,000 to $130,000 base salary + annual bonus opportunityBBH and its affiliates' compensation program includes base salary, discretionary bonuses, and profit-sharing. The anticipated base salary range(s) shown above are only for the indicated location(s) and may differ in other locations due to cost of living and labor considerations. Base salaries may vary based on factors such as skill, experience and qualification for the role. BBH's total rewards package recognizes your contributions with more than just a paycheck—providing you with benefits that enhance your experience at BBH from long-term savings, healthcare, and income protection to professional development opportunities and time off, our programs support your overall well-being. We value diverse experiences. We value diverse experiences and transferrable skillsets. If your career hasn’t followed a traditional path, includes alternative experiences, or doesn’t meet every qualification or skill listed in the job description, please do go ahead and apply.About BBH:Brown Brothers Harriman (BBH) is a premier global financial services firm, known for premium service, specialist expertise, technology solutions and partnership approach to client management. Across Investor Services and Capital Partners, we work with an enviable roster of sophisticated clients who make BBH their first call when they are tackling their hardest challenges. Delivering for our clients and each other energizes us.We believe that how we do our work is just as important as what we do. We are relentless problem solvers who know our best ideas come from collective debate and development—so we are never possessive about our ideas. Every day we come together as a diverse community of smart and caring people to deliver exceptional service and expert advice—creating success that lasts. No matter where you sit in the organization, everyone is empowered to contribute their ideas. BBHers can pick up the phone and call any colleague, and they are happy to help. Expanding your impact beyond your daily role is part of how we operate as trusted partners to one another. We believe stability is a competitive advantage, but being stable means having the knowledge, skill, and discipline to evolve, often—pushing the boundaries of innovation. As a private partnership, every investment we make is in the relationships, technologies, products and development we believe are in the long-term interests of our clients and our people. Our long-tenured leaders are experts in their areas and are actively involved in the day-to day business, taking the time to provide guidance and mentoring to build the next generation of BBHers. Because we know, our success begins with yours.Go to BBH.com to learn more about our rewards and benefits, philanthropy, approach to sustainability or how we support you to thrive personally, physically and financially.We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state or local law.SummaryLocation: BostonType: Full time