Portfolio Management Associate

711 MS Smith Barney, LLC; Town/Village of Harrison (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Stanley is seeking a Portfolio Management Associate in New York to support Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors with asset allocations, client reports, and market research. You will help prepare plans aligned with client goals and assist with meetings and marketing activities while developing deep knowledge of investment products.

Strong communication and Excel skills, plus relevant licenses (Series 7/66 or 63/65) are required; a 4-year degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a field relevant to the position.
• Four-year college degree or professional certification preferred.
• Active Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required.
• Additional product licenses may be required.
• Knowledge of financial services products (equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, managed accounts).
• Technically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Entering new or adjusting existing asset allocations as directed by the FA/PWA/team.
• Preparing and reviewing client reports for existing or prospective clients.
• Assisting with research using firm-approved systems.
• Participating in client meetings, representing the service lens.
• Updating clients’ estate, trust, retirement, and insurance objectives as directed.
• Reviewing new client prospects related to the FA/PWA/team’s client service model.
• Supporting marketing strategies (conferences, seminars/webinars, websites, social media, regular emails).
• Providing feedback and upgrades to Portfolio Management tools and resources.

Skills

Client service

MS Excel

Interpersonal skills

Financial reporting

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

Professional certification preferred

Active securities licenses required (Series 7/66 or 63/65)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Portfolio Management Associates provide exceptional service to our clients and support Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams on a daily basis. As key members of the service team, they support FAs / PWAs/team with developing financial plans and investment strategies based on client goals. Leading with a client first mindset, a successful candidate for this role will have strong interpersonal skills and their focus will be on delivering an exceptional client experience. In supporting Financial Advisor(s) (FAs)/ Private Wealth Advisor(s) (PWAs)/ teams, this role requires an in depth understanding of market conditions, trends and overall economic outlook.

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• At the direction of the FA/PWA/team, entering new or adjusting existing asset allocations
• At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, preparing and reviewing various client reports from firm-approved systems for existing or prospective clients
• At the request of the client and/or FA/PWA/team, assisting with research using firm-approved systems
• At the request of FA/PWA/team, participating in existing client and/or prospective client meetings, representing the service lens
• At the direction of the client or FA/PWA/team, making updates to clients’ estate, trust, retirement, and insurance objectives
• Reviewing new client prospects that are developed through leads and referrals in relation to the FA/PWA/team’s client service model
• At the direction of FA/PWA/team, executing against all clerical elements of digital and in-person marketing strategies including conferences and seminars or webinars, websites, social media and regular email connectivity
• Providing feedback and suggesting upgrades to Portfolio Management business partners on firm approved tools and resources

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, and SKILLS

• Education and/or Experience
• 2+ years of experience in a field relevant to the position required
• Four-year college degree or professional certification preferred
• Active Series 7 (GS) and Series 66 (AG/RA) or Series 63 (AG) and Series 65 (RA) required
• Additional product licenses may be required

• Knowledge/Skills
• Knowledge of financial services products, including but not limited to equities, bonds, options, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and managed accounts
• Technically proficient and quick learner of new and updated platforms

Morgan Stanley EOE committed to diversifying its workforce. M/F/D/V Version: 7/10/2024

• Morgan Stanley Portfolio Management (PM) Associate Job Description
• Detail oriented with superior organizational skills and ability to prioritize
• Expert knowledge of basic personal computer, MS Office (particularly MS Excel) and internet applications
• Exceptional writing, interpersonal and client service skills
• Strong time management skills
• Team player with the ability to collaborate with others
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Adaptable and ability to multi-task
• Goal oriented, self-motivated and results driven

• Reports to: Business Service Officer

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. Expected base pay rates for the role will be between $68,000 and $120,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base pay if hired will be determined on an individualized basis and is only part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, incentive compensation, discretionary bonuses, other short and long-term incentive packages, and other Morgan Stanley sponsored benefit programs.

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. At Morgan Stanley, we advise, originate, trade, manage and distribute capital for people, governments and institutions, always with a standard of excellence and guided by our core values. Morgan Stanley is dedicated to providing first-class service to our clients, in a way that reflects our commitment to creating a more sustainable future and fostering stronger communities around the world. In each line of business, we strive to demonstrate our belief in the power of transformative thinking, innovative strategies and leading-edge solutions—and in the ability of capital to work for the benefit of all society.