Sammons Financial West Des Moines , IA 50398
Posted 4 weeks ago
What you can expect as the Senior Portfolio Analyst: Responsible for research and analysis of Beacon Capital Management (BCM) portfolios including calculating performance reporting, analyzing performance and holdings, and trading portfolio holdings. Work closely with the Chief Investment Officer to research, develop, and implement new investment models. Create and present on market updates, portfolio research, and performance for sales team and advisors, including speaking at large events. Anticipate and implement industry changes with focus on streamlining processes and reducing risk.
This role will be subject to an SEC compliance program, which can include monitoring personal securities transactions, restrictions on outside business activities, as well as other oversight and restrictions.
Essential Functions:
Serve as the key contact for advisors related to portfolio performance and strategy-related questions, including researching, creating, and delivering presentations on the portfolios and market analysis.
Work with portfolio manager to research, construct, and test new portfolio concepts and offerings.
Generate monthly, quarterly, and annual performance reporting and assist portfolio manager with deliverables to internal and external partners with written research reports and manager scorecards.
Generate market commentary and talking points for the sales team.
Calculate and publish internal/external quality metrics related to investment process and outputs.
Create and run performance reports that illustrate the degree to which strategies capture their target investment themes and main drivers of performance.
Contribute to the composite audit process, including sampling, report generation, and error testing.
Prepare and run portfolio optimizations based on pre-determined schedules and/or portfolio characteristic thresholds.
Responsible for performance reporting validation and implementation of control enhancements.
Assist with daily portfolio and account trading, including order management, execution, and reconciliation.
Ensure ongoing adherence to relevant compliance and product guidelines.
Commitment to embrace Sammons Financial Group Companies shared values (Accountability, Connection, Openness, Respect and Integrity).
As stated within the Company Attendance and Punctuality policy, regular attendance is required and expected in order to meet the business service levels and workflow demands.
What we are looking for:
Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Management, or Business Administration preferred
Minimum 5 years' investment experience including portfolio research and knowledge of trading and financial operations preferred
Experience with public speaking regarding complicated financial concepts preferred
Experience creating presentation and work product about market commentary or financial concepts preferred
Experience with trade desk support and third party order management software preferred
Prior direct responsibility for changes to live portfolios or strategies preferred
Experience with portfolio optimization and performance attribution software preferred
Workflow or process automation experience preferred
Analytical mindset and an ability to implement new technology and tools
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and enlist help where needed
Reliability, flexibility, and constructive attitude toward change
Ability to make sound decisions
Ability to work in fast paced environment
$72,489 - $151,018 - Range includes data points from multiple labor markets. Specific range is dependent on the labor market where the incumbent will be hired to perform the position. Starting salary is dependent on candidate qualifications and experience. For a narrower salary range specific to your labor market, please inquire
Sammons Financial Group offers incentive programs for defined goals subject to eligibility and performance. Monetary rewards are based on individual and/or overall company performance
Our competitive benefit package includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Company Paid Retirement, PTO and Holiday Pay
Due to the financial nature and level of accountability of this position, a credit and criminal background check is required - The Fair Credit Reporting Act requires Sammons Financial Group Companies to notify you that, as a routine part of processing this application for employment, Sammons Financial Group may request a consumer report on you to verify all information contained in this application. Such report may include information about work-related behaviors, performance, character, general reputation, and personal characteristics, in addition to information about your previous employment, education, credit history and criminal records
This role will be subject to a SEC compliance program, which can include monitoring personal securities transactions, restrictions on outside business activities, as well as other oversight and restrictions.
Licenses and Certifications:
Work Authorization/Sponsorship
At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.)
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