Associate ETF Portfolio Manager

Dimensional Fund Advisors; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimensional Fund Advisors in Austin seeks an Associate Portfolio Manager to oversee ETFs and equity portfolios, executing daily trades and discussing investment theses with clients. You will collaborate across Trading, Research, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Operations, and the Global Client Group to ensure superior client outcomes.

The role requires an MBA candidate with 5+ years in financial services, strong quantitative skills, and proficiency in SQL/VBA/Excel.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in MBA program with anticipated graduation between 2026–2027.
• Strong alignment with Dimensional’s investment strategy and philosophy.
• Minimum of 5+ years in financial services; advanced quantitative skills.
• Proficient in SQL, VBA and Excel is helpful for data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage ETFs and other portfolios, execute buy/sell instructions in global markets.
• Create/Redeem ETF baskets and trade currencies as needed.
• Evaluate securities and monitor ETF characteristics to maintain structure.
• Explain Dimensional funds and performance to clients and prospects; collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Communication

Programming basics

Big data handling

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA candidate

Tools

SQL

VBA

Excel

Job description

Dimensional Fund Advisors in Austin seeks an Associate Portfolio Manager to oversee ETFs and equity portfolios, executing daily trades and discussing investment theses with clients. You will collaborate across Trading, Research, Technology, Legal, Compliance, Operations, and the Global Client Group to ensure superior client outcomes.

The role requires an MBA candidate with 5+ years in financial services, strong quantitative skills, and proficiency in SQL/VBA/Excel.