Investment Manager

True North Advisors; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telecommuting opportunities

401(k) with employer contribution

Comprehensive benefits

Bonus potential

Professional development support

Paid time off

Job summary

True North Advisors, an independent RIA in Dallas, seeks an Investment Manager to join a six-person investment team. The role offers broad exposure across public and private markets with emphasis on hedge funds and public equities.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of five years of full-time investment experience, strong analytical skills, and the ability to manage projects independently while collaborating within a high‑performing team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required (finance preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of full-time investment experience at an RIA, MFO, endowment/foundation, or similar institution
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; comfort with learning analytical software such as Bloomberg, Addepar, FactSet and Morningstar Direct
• Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated investment judgment and a sustained interest in investments
• Ability to invest alongside clients, including in private equity and hedge fund allocations
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to manage projects independently
• Ability to collaborate and contribute effectively to a high‑performing team
• Must consent to and have favorable credit report and background check
• Competitive bonus potential based on firm goals and individual performance metrics
• 15 days PTO for new employees; increases over time
• Telecommuting opportunities
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and HSA with $2,000 annual employer contribution
• Employer reimbursement for professional designations and continuing education
• Free Financial Planning services for employees and spouses

Responsibilities

• Lead and, as appropriate support, investment due diligence across asset classes including equity, hedge funds, fixed income, private equity, and others
• Prepare analysis and materials for investment committee review and presentations
• Attend regular diligence meetings and calls with current and potential investment managers
• Assist with the portfolio construction, reporting, and ongoing management of investment strategies
• Support the preparation of internal and external investment communications, including presentations, commentaries, and investment reports
• Support responses to client‑related investment inquiries and reporting needs
• Represent the investment team in external meetings with clients and other constituents

Skills

Investment due diligence

Analytical mindset

Project management

Self-motivation

Communication

Team collaboration

Excel skills

Financial modeling

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Finance

Tools

Bloomberg

Addepar

FactSet

Morningstar Direct

Job description

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Investment Manager

Full Time Professional Dallas, TX, US

True North Advisors is currently looking to hire an investment team member to join an existing team of six investment professionals. True North is a $5+B AUM Independent RIA that manages an endowment style investment platform and runs an alternative platform strategy. This is a full-time role reporting to the Chief Investment Officer.

The ideal candidate will be a highly capable investment professional with a strong interest in supporting the needs of the investment team at a growing firm. The successful candidate will be self‑motivated, able to manage projects and priorities independently, and comfortable collaborating within a team‑oriented environment. The role offers broad exposure across the firm to both public and private market investments, with an initial emphasis on hedge funds and public markets.

A demonstrated investment interest and intuition are essential. True North invests across asset classes, geographies, styles, and public and private markets. The firm was an early adopter in recommending private investments, including public and private platform opportunities in real estate, private equity, and energy. As such, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to research, evaluate, and develop understanding across a wide range of industries, markets, and investment strategies. An entrepreneurial mindset, strong sense of ownership, and effective communication and self ‑ management skills are essential. This position ideally requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience and offers the opportunity to grow in responsibility and scope over time. Exceptional candidates with shorter experience may also be considered.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead and, as appropriate support, investment due diligence across asset classes including equity, hedge funds, fixed income, private equity, and others.
• Prepare analysis and materials for investment committee review and presentations.
• Attend regular diligence meetings and calls with current and potential investment managers.
• Assist with the portfolio construction, reporting, and ongoing management of investment strategies.
• Support the preparation of internal and external investment communications, including presentations, commentaries, and investment reports.
• Support responses to client‑related investment inquiries and reporting needs.
• Represent the investment team in external meetings with clients and other constituents.

Required Education, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree required (finance preferred)
• Minimum 5 years of full-time investment experience at an RIA, MFO, endowment/foundation, or similar institution.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; comfort with learning analytical software systems such as Bloomberg, Addepar, FactSet and Morningstar Direct.
• Strong analytical mindset with demonstrated investment judgment and a sustained interest in investments.
• Ability to invest alongside clients, including in private equity and hedge fund allocations.
• Highly self-motivated with the ability to manage projects independently.
• Ability to collaborate and contribute effectively to a high‑performing team.
• Ability to exude the True North core values.
• Must consent to and have favorable credit report and background check.
• Competitive bonus potential based on successful execution of firm goals and individual performance metrics
• 15 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) for new employees; increases to 18 days after the second year and increases from there per a schedule
• Telecommuting opportunities
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and HSA with $2,000 annual employer contribution
• Employer reimbursement for professional designations and continuing education
• Free Financial Planning services for employees and their spouses
• Collaborative culture with year-round engagement events including happy hours, coffee chats, lunches, and more!

Background:

True North is an Independent RIA that serves the wealth management needs of high-net-worth individuals and institutional clients. True North builds institutional grade portfolio utilizing public, alternative and private investments, and manages an alternative platform called Western Alternative Strategies.

True North Advisors was founded on the shared vision that the only way to truly provide clients with trustworthy advice is through complete independence, objectivity, and the absence of conflicts of interest.

Established in 2000, our mission has been to help our clients lead more fulfilled lives through trust, personalization, and simplicity. Go North today and join us to help us continue to fulfill lives.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.