Cazenove Portfolio Director

CFA Institute; City Of London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global investment manager is seeking a skilled Portfolio Director to manage high-net-worth client portfolios in London. This role involves developing personalized investment strategies, conducting market research, and leading a team of professionals. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of relevant experience and a strong educational background in finance or economics. Join us for a dynamic work culture and growth opportunities.

Benefits

Career Development

Access to global resources

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in wealth management or investment management.
• Proven track record of managing high‑net‑worth client portfolios.
• In-depth knowledge of financial markets and investment strategies.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strong relationships with high‑net‑worth clients.
• Develop and implement bespoke investment strategies.
• Conduct market research and analysis for investment decisions.
• Manage and mentor a team of investment professionals.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Skills

Client Relationship Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Leadership

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or related field

Professional qualification (e.g., CFA, CFP)

Job description

Portfolio Director

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Portfolio Director to join our team in London. The successful candidate will be responsible for growing and managing a portfolio of high‑net‑worth clients, providing strategic investment advice, and ensuring the delivery of exceptional client service.

About Cazenove Capital

At Cazenove Capital we look after private individuals, families and charities. We are the wealth management business of the FTSE‑listed global investment manager Schroders. We help our clients around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future.

About Schroders, our parent company

We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.

The base

We moved into our new HQ in the City of London in 2018. We're close to our clients, in the heart of the UK's financial centre. And we have everything we need to work flexibly.

The team

We are one of the largest UK‑based wealth management firms, headquartered in London but with offices around the country. We help private clients, families, charities and some institutions meet their long‑term goals by offering our expertise in investment, wealth planning, lending and family office services. We draw on the resources of the Schroders group, as well as having our own in‑house investment team. We're open to flexible working, so we can all balance our personal and professional commitments.

What you'll do

• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with high‑net‑worth clients, understanding their financial goals and providing tailored investment solutions
• Take over an existing book of clients and their portfolios
• Portfolio Management: Develop and implement bespoke investment strategies, ensuring portfolios are aligned with clients' objectives and risk tolerance
• Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research and analysis to inform investment decisions and provide clients with up‑to‑date market insights
• Line Management: Manage and mentor a team of investment professionals, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance culture
• Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, contributing to the growth of the firm's client base and assets under management
• Compliance: Ensure all activities comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies, maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct.

The knowledge, experience and qualifications you need

• Education: Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field. A professional qualification such as CFA, CFP, or equivalent is highly desirable
• Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in wealth management or investment management, with a proven track record of managing high‑net‑worth client portfolios
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and quantitative skills
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Client Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Leadership: Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and develop team members and In‑depth knowledge of financial markets, investment strategies, and regulatory requirements.

What you'll be like

• Client‑focused with a commitment to providing exceptional service; Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and implement innovative investment solutions
• High level of integrity and professionalism
• Strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Why Join Us

• Reputation: Join a prestigious firm with a strong reputation in the wealth management industry
• Resources: Access to Schroders' global resources and research capabilities
• Career Development: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and dynamic team environment
• If you are a seasoned investment professional with a passion for delivering outstanding client service and a desire to join a leading wealth management firm, we would love to hear from you.

We recognise potential, whoever you are

Our purpose is to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. Diversity of thought, facilitated by an inclusive culture, will allow us to make better decisions and better achieve our purpose. This is why inclusion and diversity are a strategic priority for us and why we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio‑economic background, or any other protected characteristic.

About Us

We're a global investment manager. We help institutions, intermediaries and individuals around the world invest money to meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. We have around 6,000 people on six continents. And we've been around for over 200 years, but keep adapting as society and technology changes. What doesn't change is our commitment to helping our clients, and society, prosper.