Portfolio Analyst

F.L.Putnam Investment Management Company; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 60,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

F.L.Putnam Investment Management Company is seeking a Portfolio Analyst in Portland, ME. The role executes and allocates trades across custodians, supports post-trade issues, and monitors portfolio drift to rebalance toward objectives.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree in business/finance/economics, 1–3 years trading experience, and familiarity with MS Office. CFA designation is preferred. This position emphasizes confidentiality and strong client service within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, management, economics or related field, or equivalent years of work experience.
• Preferred CFA designation or possession of CFA designation.
• Preferred 1–3 years of trading experience.

Responsibilities

• Executes and allocates trades across custodians with Portfolio Managers, Investment Advisors, and the Asset Allocation Committee.
• Completes post-trade issue resolution.
• Monitors portfolio drift and rebalances to align with objectives and strategies.
• Processes ongoing tax loss harvesting.
• Assists Investment Advisors with transitioning accounts to internal models.
• Creates synthetic portfolios based on prospect statements to support business development.
• Adheres to guidelines established by the Implementation Committee.
• Coordinates internal actions across multiple teams.
• Contributes to the Portfolio Analysis Team to optimize workflows.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Strong communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/finance/economics

CFA designation preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

FLP delivers sophisticated planning, investment management, research, wealth management, and family office services to a range of individuals and families, institutional investors, and single and multi-family offices. We bring a broad range of products and solutions, tailoring our advice to meet clients' needs.

Portfolio Analyst Duties

• Executes and allocates trades across various custodians in collaboration with Portfolio Managers, Investment Advisors, and the Asset Allocation Committee
• Completes post-trade issue resolution
• Continually monitors portfolio drift; periodically rebalances to ensure alignment with account objectives, asset allocation, and strategies
• Processes ongoing tax loss harvesting
• Assists Investment Advisors with transitioning accounts to internal models
• Contributes to business development by creating synthetic portfolios based on prospect statements
• Adheres to guidelines established by the Implementation Committee
• Coordinates internal action across multiple teams
• Contributes to the rest of Portfolio Analysis Team to optimize workflows

Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Completion of a bachelor's degree in business, finance, management, economics or another related field; or equivalent years of work experience
• Preferred progress towards a CFA® designation or possession of a CFA® designation
• Preferred 1-3 years of trading experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, etc.) and other software related to business needs
• Maintain a positive, solutions focused attitude
• Be intellectually curious, respectful, and kind throughout all dimensions of the workplace
• Ability to use good judgement and always keeps client information confidentialDeliver consistent excellent customer service to internal and external customers, colleagues and management

Communication Skills

• Uses appropriate communication tools
• Effectively expresses ideas & concerns
• Communicates effectively with prospects/clients
• Communicates effectively with colleagues
• Maintains effective working relationships
• Contributes to building positive environment

F.L.Putnam is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to promoting an inclusive environment in service to one another and our clients. We do all of this with kindness, empathy, and respect for one another.

Salary: $60000 - $63000 per year