Zions Bancorporation

Portfolio Trading Specialist

Zions Bancorporation$70K — $95K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; 4+ years of experience in equity income portfolios or related fields.
  • Preferred licenses: Series 7 and 63, 65, or 66, though experience may substitute for education.
  • Strong understanding of fixed income investments and financial products vocabulary.
  • Must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and adaptability, with the ability to juggle multiple tasks.
  • Capable of both independent work and collaborative teamwork environments.
  • Must manage complex, confidential tasks accurately and swiftly.
  • Strong analytical skills for operational problem-solving are essential.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment in decision-making processes.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication prowess is critical.
  • Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and MS Outlook.

Responsibilities

  • Manage equity income portfolios for high-net-worth clients across various investment-grade instruments.
  • Identify relative value trading opportunities and execute buy/sell orders as instructed by clients.
  • Monitor client portfolios and conduct meetings with clients and relationship managers to discuss strategies.
  • Recommend hedging and overlay strategies based on market analysis and client needs.
  • Collaborate closely with fellow portfolio managers and investment team members to align strategies.
  • May supervise junior specialists, providing guidance and support as necessary.
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the team and operational goals.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance available starting on the first day.
  • Life and disability insurance, along with paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), and dependent care accounts offered.
  • Generous paid time off policy including 11 paid Federal Holidays.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching, profit sharing, and competitive compensation packages.
  • Support for mental health including coaching and therapy sessions.
  • Tuition reimbursement available for qualifying employees.
  • Employee Ambassador preferred banking products for enhanced financial services.
Full Job Description
Enterprise Wealth Management (EWM) is dynamic and evolving business line under the Zions' umbrella that is experiencing significant growth and innovation. EWM offers comprehensive financial services to affluent, high-net-worth individuals, families, and businesses. These services include personalized investment strategies, financial planning, estate and tax planning, succession planning, and risk management. The primary goal of a wealth management group is to help clients grow and preserve their wealth while providing expert guidance to navigate complex financial situations and achieve their long-term financial objectives.

We are currently looking for a Portfolio Trading Specialist in office in our downtown Salt Lake City, UT location. The ideal candidate will:
  • Manages equity income portfolios for high net worth clients. Portfolios will be invested in a broad range of investment grade instruments under a variety of client mandates.
  • Identifies relative value trading opportunities within the market and amongst issuers; executes buy and sell orders as required and/or directed by clients; monitors client portfolios; meets with clients and their relationship managers as needed to identify and recommend hedging and overlay strategies.
  • Works closely with other portfolio managers and investment team members.
  • The Sr Specialist may supervise less experienced specialists.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:
  • Requires a Bachelor's and 4+ years experience with equity income portfolios, investment products, or other directly related experience.
  • Series 7 and 63, 65, or 66 preferred. A combination of education and experience may meet requirements.
  • Extensive knowledge of fixed income investment and of investment products, services and terminology.
  • Excellent attention to detail, an exceptionally high degree of initiative and adaptability, and the ability to multi-task.
  • The ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
  • The ability to perform a wide variety of complex and confidential tasks with speed and accuracy.
  • Strong analytical skills are needed in order to solve operational problems.
  • Must be able to exercise independent judgment.
  • Excellent communication (verbal and writing) skills.
  • Strong knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, Word and MS Outlook.


Benefits:
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance - START DAY ONE!
  • Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
  • Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA) and dependent care accounts
  • Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
  • 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
  • Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
  • Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
  • Employee Ambassador preferred banking products

About Zions Bancorporation

Zions Bancorporation is a bank holding company headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. It is the parent company of Zions Bank, which operates in 11 Western and Southwestern states. Zions Bancorporation provides banking and related services through its subsidiaries and offers a variety of commercial, retail banking, and mortgage lending products. The company was founded in 1873 and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions. Zions Bancorporation is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol ZION.
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10,000 employees
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Founded
1873

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