Portfolio Advisor

Northern Trust Corp; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Trust Corp is seeking a Portfolio Advisor in Dallas, TX to manage investment accounts for individual clients. The role involves developing tailored investment strategies and maintaining client relationships, requiring 6-8 years of investment experience and a strong understanding of market dynamics.

As part of a collaborative team, you'll leverage your analytical skills to provide exceptional service and ensure alignment with client objectives. Northern Trust encourages a flexible work environment and values inclusion and community engagement.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of investment experience with proven performance.
• Knowledge of financial principles and investment strategies.
• Ability to manage complex portfolios and client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Manage investment activities for assigned accounts.
• Develop investment strategies tailored to individual clients.
• Ensure effective communication with clients and co-trustees.
• Solve complex investment-related issues using analytical judgment.

Skills

Investment management

Client communication

Analytical judgment

Sales skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Relevant degree in finance or related field

Job description

## Portfolio AdvisorApplylocations: Dallas, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R156668**About Northern Trust** As a global leader in innovative wealth management, asset servicing, asset management and banking services, Northern Trust (Nasdaq: NTRS) is proud to guide the world’s most successful individuals, families, corporations and institutions. Since 1889, we have aligned our efforts with our three guiding Principles That Endure: Service, Expertise, and Integrity. Together, they reflect the three cornerstones of business conduct which we strive to instill in our employees, whom we call partners, and to provide to our clients and the communities we serve worldwide. With more than 135 years of financial experience and over 24,000 partners, we serve the world’s most sophisticated clients using leading technology and exceptional service. **Overview**At Northern Trust, the Portfolio Advisor manages a full set of fee‐producing investment accounts, generally for small to mid‐sized personal trust relationships and individual investors requiring a baseline level of technical expertise and versatility, with an expanding knowledge of a broad range of investment solutions. This role requires certification and continuous growth in the utilization and appropriate execution of the Goals‐Driven client experience, emerging technology capabilities, investment methodologies, and the full suite of investment solutions, delivered in coordination and collaboration with the broader client service team.**What You’ll Do**• Manage investment activities for an assigned account base of fee revenue‐producing accounts, representing small to mid‐sized personal trust relationships and individual portfolios typically mid‐range in size and complexity within the market.• Assist in the development of investment strategies and recommendations designed to achieve the investment objectives of specific individual clients.• Analyze and manage overall investment strategies with continuous revision as client goals and objectives change, working closely and proactively with the broader client service team to identify and execute areas of opportunity aligned with client needs.• Maintain an influential presence within the local client‐facing team and with clients, co‐trustees, consultants, the bank’s legal area, and outside attorneys to ensure effective communication of client requirements and coordination of portfolio activity.• Demonstrate proficiency with new investment strategies, tools, and capabilities, including portfolio research and investment methodologies, through ongoing engagement with the National Investment and Goals‐Driven Wealth Management Practices, peers, and broader Wealth and Asset Management teams.• Maintain accountability for personal adherence to best practices as measured by the PM Dashboard and related reporting.• Execute assigned initiatives, new capability rollouts, and required training in support of business and investment practice objectives.• Provide feedback to leadership on areas for improvement related to national initiatives, changes, and expectations.• Adhere to National Investment Guidelines, feedback from the REV peer review process, and sound risk management practices, applying appropriate judgment in increasingly complex situations.• Solve complex investment‐related problems using analytical and practical judgment.**What Will Make You Successful in the Role**• Knowledge of investment and portfolio management theory, accounting and financial principles, investment strategies and instruments, and characteristics of various marketplaces, typically acquired through formal education and relevant work experience.• Demonstrated decision‐making, sales, and negotiation skills to contribute to market revenue generation and guide sensitive or complex situations through to resolution.• In‐depth conceptual and practical knowledge within the role and basic knowledge of related job disciplines.• Minimum of 6–8 years of investment experience, which may include research, with consistent long‐term investment performance meeting stated objectives.• Ability to act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. **Work Authorization** Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. Northern Trust will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). **Working with Us** As a Northern Trust partner, you will be part of a flexible and collaborative work culture, which has a strong history of financial strength and stability. Movement within the organization is encouraged, senior leaders are accessible, and you can take pride in working for a company committed to an inclusive workplace and assisting the communities we serve. Philanthropy is deeply rooted in Northern Trust’s history and is an essential element of our culture. Employees around the world give their time and talent to work for the greater good of their communities. **Reasonable Accommodation** Northern Trust is committed to working with and providing adjustments to individuals with health conditions and disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please email our HR Service Center at [e-mail], or alternatively you can discuss your individual requirements with the recruiter you are working with.