Principal, Client CIO

Partners Capital

$150K — $210K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Deep understanding and active passion for investing and markets.
  • 10+ years' experience in professional services, with a preference for asset management roles.
  • Undergraduate degree required; advanced degrees or certifications (CFA, CAIA) are a plus.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
  • Strong quantitative skills and detail-orientation.
  • Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
  • Experience mentoring and leading junior team members.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as Chief Investment Officer for clients, overseeing their multi-asset class portfolios.
  • Develop investment strategies and manage bespoke portfolios according to client-specific needs.
  • Maintain day-to-day client relationships through regular portfolio reviews and ongoing communications.
  • Prepare agendas and materials for client meetings, leading discussions on investment strategies.
  • Manage, mentor, and develop junior team members to support portfolio management efforts.
  • Ensure adherence to information security processes and compliance with local data protection regulations.
  • Participate in activities and projects that contribute to the overall success of the business.

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation and exceptional benefits package.
  • Flexible 'results-focused' working model.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Support for professional certifications and development opportunities.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching and paid time off.
  • Charity program and volunteer opportunities for global philanthropy.
  • Wellness and social events to foster employee engagement.
Full Job Description
Position Description

The Investment Principal on the Client CIO team located in New York will oversee multi-asset class client portfolios. As a growing firm, we seek new team members who are dynamic and comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Client Portfolio Management (Primary Focus): The Investment Principal will serve as the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) for their clients, with end-to-end management responsibility for the investment process of client portfolios. Key responsibilities include:

  • Investment Strategy Development & Bespoke Portfolio Management: Leveraging insights from the Firm's Central Research Team and Asset Class teams to design multi-asset class portfolio for clients, subject to client-specific constraints including (but not limited to) risk budget, liquidity and spending needs.
  • Client-Facing Responsibilities: Investment Principals are key day-to-day contacts for clients, across regular portfolio review meetings and ongoing portfolio dialogue. Maintaining open dialogue with clients and responding to ad-hoc requests related to, for example: external investment opportunities, charitable giving and/or estate planning.
  • Meeting Preparation: Directing the agenda and supporting materials for client update meetings across portfolio, performance and market / macroeconomic topics. Leading meeting discussions and responding to client questions regarding investment strategy.
  • Team Leadership & Development: Managing, developing and mentoring junior team members who will support the Investment Principal in their range of responsibilities.


Other (Secondary Focus): As with all other members of the Firm, the Investment Principal will take on other activities and projects that contribute to the success of the business.

Key responsibilities may be assessed and are subject to change from time to time based on the needs of the business. The individual may be required to work overtime as needed.

Additional responsibilities include:

  • Responsible for ensuring all information security processes, policies and procedures are adhered to and any issues or concerns are raised with the Cyber Security team.
  • Ensure full compliance with all local data protection regulations and privacy controls, and any related issues are raised via the appropriate channels.


Qualifications / Attributes:

  • Deep understanding and active passion for investing and markets
  • 10+ years' experience in a professional services role (e.g., management consulting, investment banking, or asset management). Experience in a related field (e.g., endowment / family office portfolio management, investment consultancy) is a plus
  • Undergraduate degree with a strong track record of academic achievement. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CAIA) is a plus
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)
  • Strong quantitative skills and detail-orientation
  • Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative working environment
  • High intellectual curiosity and willingness to contribute to the overall success of the business
  • Experience mentoring, training and leading junior team members


Benefits and Compensation

Partners Capital is committed to being a great place to work. We are focused both on wellbeing and professional growth. You can expect professional development and career progression opportunities, competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a flexible "results-focused" working model. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, paid time off and a 401(k) plan with employer matching. The Firm also supports global philanthropy via a charity program and volunteer day. In addition, we champion a variety of wellness and social events. We also support the pursuit of professional certifications such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA), etc.

New York requires Partners Capital to include a reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role. This base salary range is specific to individuals applying to work in our New York office and takes into account a number of factors. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role in New York is $150,000 - $210,000. The base salary offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, certifications, and education. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

The base salary is one element of our competitive compensation package. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

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