Associate Portfolio Manager - Parametric

Morgan-Stanley; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Morgan Stanley, based in Seattle, seeks an Associate Portfolio Manager to craft tax-efficient equity portfolios for separately managed accounts. You will rebalance, analyze benchmarks, and monitor events to optimize after-tax outcomes while aligning with client objectives.

You will apply quantitative research and portfolio analytics, collaborating with technology, research, and trading teams to improve efficiency and insight. A CFA/MBA path is preferred as you advance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in a quantitative field.
• 3+ years of experience in investment management or portfolio management.
• Progress toward CFA designation, MBA, or similar credential preferred.
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Construct and manage tax-efficient equity index portfolios for separately managed accounts.
• Rebalance and transition portfolios to optimize after-tax outcomes while maintaining benchmark alignment.
• Develop and maintain custom benchmark and portfolio analytics.
• Monitor index events, corporate actions, and market developments impacting portfolio performance.
• Analyze portfolio and benchmark returns, including after-tax performance measurement and attribution.
• Evaluate portfolio risk exposures and support ongoing risk management.

Skills

Quantitative analysis

Portfolio management

Risk management

Investment research

Client reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or related quantitative field

Tools

Portfolio analytics tools

Job description

ABOUT MORGAN STANLEYMorgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, wealth management and investment management services. With offices in more than 41 countries, the Firm's employees serve clients worldwide including corporations, governments, institutions and individuals. For further information about Morgan Stanley, please visit www.morganstanley.com .ABOUT PARAMETRICParametric is part of Morgan Stanley Investment Management, the asset management division of Morgan Stanley. We partner with advisors, institutions, and consultants to build portfolios focused on what's important to them and their clients. A leader in custom solutions for more than 30 years, we help investors access efficient market exposures, solve implementation challenges, and design multi-asset portfolios that respond to their evolving needs. We also offer systematic alpha and alternative strategies to complement clients' core holdings.This role is part of Parametric's hybrid working model, which includes working in the office 3 days a week and choosing to work remotely or in the office the remaining days of the week.GENERAL DESCRIPTIONThe Associate Portfolio Manager plays a key role in managing customized equity portfolios designed to maximize tax efficiency while closely tracking client-specific benchmarks and market indexes. Acting as an investment engineer, the Associate Portfolio Manager leverages quantitative research, portfolio optimization tools, and sophisticated trading strategies to construct, monitor, and rebalance portfolios in alignment with client objectives. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and a focus on performance measurement, risk management, cost control, and continuous process improvement within a dynamic investment management environment.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESConstruct and manage tax-efficient equity index portfolios for separately managed accounts.Rebalance and transition portfolios to optimize after-tax outcomes while maintaining benchmark alignment.Develop and maintain custom benchmark and portfolio analytics.Monitor index events, corporate actions, and market developments impacting portfolio performance.Analyze portfolio and benchmark returns, including after-tax performance measurement and attribution.Evaluate portfolio risk exposures and support ongoing risk management efforts.Respond to client and internal requests for portfolio analysis, reporting, and investment insights.Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Technology, Research, Client Service, Operations, Marketing, and Trading, to support business objectives and enhance the client experience.Contribute to process enhancements, automation initiatives, and technology-driven solutions that improve portfolio management efficiency and scalability.JOB REQUIREMENTSBachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related quantitative field.3+ years of experience in investment management, portfolio management, quantitative analysis, trading, or a related financial services environment; or an equivalent combination of education, experience, and professional certifications. Internal candidates with 2.5+ years of experience at the firm will also be considered.Significant progress toward the CFA designation, MBA, or other relevant investment management or finance credential strongly preferred.Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills with exceptional attention to detail.Understanding of investment theory, portfolio construction, and financial markets.Familiarity with equity risk models, portfolio optimization techniques, and quantitative investment strategies preferred.Proficiency in analyzing large datasets and translating findings into actionable insights.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:We are committed to maintaining the first-class service and high standard of excellence that have defined Morgan Stanley for over 89 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM MORGAN STANLEY:At Morgan Stanley, we raise, manage and allocate capital for our clients – helping them reach their goals. We do it in a way that’s differentiated – and we’ve done that for 90 years. Our values - putting clients first, doing the right thing, leading with exceptional ideas, committing to diversity and inclusion, and giving back - aren’t just beliefs, they guide the decisions we make every day to do what's best for our clients, communities and more than 80,000 employees in 1,200 offices across 42 countries. At Morgan Stanley, you’ll find an opportunity to work alongside the best and the brightest, in an environment where you are supported and empowered. Our teams are relentless collaborators and creative thinkers, fueled by their diverse backgrounds and experiences. We are proud to support our employees and their families at every point along their work-life journey, offering some of the most attractive and comprehensive employee benefits and perks in the industry. There’s also ample opportunity to move about the business for those who show passion and grit in their work.To learn more about our offices across the globe, please copy and paste https://www.morganstanley.com/about-us/global-offices into your browser.Salary range for the position: $70,000 - 140,000/Yr. The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award. The successful candidate may be eligible to participate in the relevant business unit's incentive compensation plan, which also may include a discretionary bonus component. Morgan Stanley offers a full spectrum of benefits, including Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Dependent Day Care Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability and Other Insurance Plans, Paid Time Off (including Sick Leave consistent with state and local law, Parental Leave and 20 Vacation Days annually), 10 Paid Holidays, 401(k), and Short/Long Term Disability, in addition to other special perks reserved for our employees. Please visit mybenefits.morganstanley.com to learn more about our benefit offerings.Morgan Stanley's goal is to build and maintain a workforce that is diverse in experience and background but uniform in reflecting our standards of integrity and excellence. Consequently, our recruiting efforts reflect our desire to attract and retain the best and brightest from all talent pools. We want to be the first choice for prospective employees.It is the policy of the Firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, sex stereotype, gender, gender identity or expression, transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy, veteran or military service status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/Disability/Vet).Morgan Stanley is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a workforce that is diverse in experience and background. Our recruiting efforts reflect our strong commitment to a culture of inclusion, where individuals are hired, developed, and advanced based on their skills and talents.Our workforce reflects a broad cross-section of the global communities in which we operate, bringing a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives, and experiences.For more information, please visit : https://www.morganstanley.com/people-opportunities/eeo .