Wells Fargo

Associate Equity Portfolio Manager

Wells Fargo$80K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 6+ months of experience in Wealth Investment Portfolio Management or equivalent demonstrated through work experience, training, or education.
  • FINRA Series 65 or equivalent required for US candidates.
  • Strong understanding of equity markets, valuation techniques, and risk management practices.
  • Proven capability in generating strong investment performance and implementing business growth strategies.
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills for client interaction.
  • Demonstrated ability to build and maintain robust client relationships.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Manage discretionary equity portfolios in alignment with client objectives and market conditions.
  • Provide strategic consulting on Equity Optimization and portfolio construction.
  • Utilize risk management tools to monitor exposures and reduce tracking error.
  • Monitor market conditions to manage portfolios effectively within a risk-optimized framework.
  • Implement trades and assess portfolio performance for improvement opportunities.
  • Deliver investment outcomes aligned with benchmarks while managing associated risks.
  • Ensure compliance with investment guidelines and regulatory requirements.
  • Engage in advisor forums to provide market insights and educational support.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in-office and 2 days remote arrangement.
  • Mandatory compliance with regulatory licensing requirements.
  • Opportunity for professional growth through relationship-building and portfolio management experience.
Full Job Description

About this role:

Wells Fargo is seeking an Associate Equity Portfolio Manager (Wealth Investment Associate Portfolio Manager) to lead the management of model-driven equity portfolios, delivering tax efficient investment performance while optimizing risk-adjusted returns.

The Associate Equity Portfolio Manager is responsible for leading the design, implementation, and ongoing management of customized equity portfolios for High-net-worth and Ultra-high-net-worth clients. This role focuses on delivering tailored equity strategies that align with each client’s objectives, risk profile, and tax considerations, while leveraging research, market insights, and disciplined portfolio construction techniques.

In partnership with relationship managers, investment strategists, and other wealth specialists, you will provide discretionary management of client portfolios with a tax-aware focus. You will be accountable for monitoring performance, rebalancing portfolios, and making adjustments in response to market conditions, corporate actions, and evolving client needs.

This role requires depth of expertise in equity markets, strong risk management capabilities, and knowledge of tax-efficient implementation strategies such as direct indexing. Candidates must be able to simplify equity investment concepts into clear, actionable recommendations for advisors and clients.

In this role, you will:

  • Manage discretionary equity portfolios, aligning investment strategies with client objectives, risk tolerance, and market conditions.
  • Provide strategic consulting services to partners, advising on Equity Optimization offerings and portfolio construction approaches.
  • Leverage risk management tools to monitor portfolio exposures and minimize tracking error relative to benchmarks.
  • Monitor market, sector, and factor considerations to effectively manage portfolios within a risk-optimized framework.
  • Implement trades and continuously assess portfolio performance to identify value-add opportunities.
  • Deliver benchmark-aware investment outcomes while managing risk through a disciplined, model-driven investment process.
  • Ensure compliance with investment guidelines, regulatory requirements, and fiduciary responsibilities.
  • Participate in advisor forums and partner engagement opportunities, providing education, market insights, and support for EO solutions.
  • Build strong long-term relationships that support portfolio growth and increased assets under management (AUM).

Required Qualifications:

  • 6+ months of Wealth Investment Portfolio Management experience, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

  • US only:Successfully completed Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Series 65 (or FINRA recognized equivalents) sufficient to qualify for immediate FINRA registration
  • Minimum 6+ months of experience in portfolio management, equity investing, or financial consulting
  • Proven ability to generate strong investment performance and deliver business growth strategies
  • Strong knowledge of equity markets, valuation techniques, and risk management
  • Business growth consulting experience
  • Excellent analytical, communication, and leadership skills
  • Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
  • Bachelors or Masters degree in finance, Economics, Business, or a related field
  • Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing automated systems for asset allocation, reconciliation, and trading, including platforms such as Moxy, Fiserv, SEI, Aladdin Wealth, and InvestCloud.

Job Expectations:

  • US only: Obtaining and/or maintaining appropriate FINRA license(s) is required for ongoing employment in this position. FINRA Series 65 or equivalent must be completed within a 90-day time period following commencement of employment if not immediately available to transfer upon hire. FINRA recognized equivalents will be accepted. This will be communicated at time of offer acceptance. Compliance with state law registration and licensing requirements is mandatory. In addition to state registration and licensing requirements, specific product licenses or SAFE licensing may apply. Additional requirements include meeting enhanced financial fitness and criminal background standards. Wells Fargo will initiate the FINRA licensing review process at the time of offer acceptance. For specific FINRA qualification exams obtained after 9/30/2018, the Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) exam co-requisite is required.
  • Specific compliance policies may apply regarding outside activities or personal investing; affected employees will be expected to provide information to the Wells Fargo Personal Account Dealing Team and abide by applicable policy requirements if hired. Information will be shared about expectations during the recruitment process.
  • Hybrid schedule (3 days in office / 2 days remote). 100% telework or remote work location unavailable.
  • This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

Work Location:

  • 550 South Tryon Street - Charlotte, NC 28202
  • Required location listed above. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Posting End Date:

16 Aug 2026

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

About Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Careers

Joining Wells Fargo means becoming part of a distinguished financial institution that has been a cornerstone of innovation and leadership in the banking industry. At Wells Fargo, we offer a plethora of job opportunities designed to empower your career growth and development in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Work You’ll Do

At Wells Fargo, you will be part of a team that values diversity and is committed to fostering an inclusive culture. We are looking for professionals who are eager to drive innovation and lead with integrity. Our employees are our greatest asset, and we invest in their professional growth through comprehensive leadership and diversity training programs that are recognized industry-wide.

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We believe in nurturing the potential of our employees. Wells Fargo offers robust training programs and resources to help every team member excel in their current roles and prepare for future challenges. Growth at Wells Fargo is not just about climbing the career ladder but expanding your skills and expertise to add value to our team and customers.

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