VP Portfolio Manager

About the Role

The VP Portfolio Manager is primarily responsible for providing financial and investment guidance to Institutional and High-net-worth individual clients. Additionally, this position is a key member of the Investment Research team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain relationships and service existing client base.
• Perform proprietary investment research and due diligence.
• Contribute knowledge and experience to the Wealth Investment Committee.
• Consult with clients to develop investment objectives and goals and provide financial services and advice accordingly.
• Create Investment Policy Statement documenting objectives, risk tolerance, cash flow needs, tax situations and wealth aspirations for the Client.
• Work closely with the Trust Administrative Officers to manage the client relationship and ensure that all the needs of the investment accounts are met.
• Knowledge of investments and asset management strategies, products and services.
• Stay abreast of market news and trends and current legal and tax consequences of investment decisions.
• Develop referral sources throughout Nicolet.
• Adhere to all compliance issues associated with sales of investment services.
• Interview clients to determine their current income, expenses, insurance coverage, tax status, financial objectives, risk tolerance, and other information needed to develop a financial plan.
• Use spreadsheets and market research to back up financial advice.
• Review accounts to determine if life changes necessitate new financial strategies.
• Responsible for the fiduciary investment compliance as well as corporate governance of the investment group.
• Develop and maintain profitability by ensuring efficient and quality account administration.
• Develop new account relationships through the community and professional visibility.
• Maintain knowledge of trust laws, rules, and statutes of regulatory agencies.
• Identify and refer business to other areas within Nicolet as appropriate.
• Represent Nicolet in community organizations and activities to enhance Nicolet's image.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business or equivalent experience at a financial institution. Graduate degree preferred.
• 5+ years of investment experience preferred.
• CFA and CAIA designations preferred.
• Series 65 or currently holds and is in good standing as a CFP, CFA, CIMA, ChFC, or PFS required.
• Motivated and driven self-starter.
• Strong analytical and detail orientated aptitude; a high degree of accuracy is required.
• Ability to make professional presentations to clients, employees or other groups.
• Must exhibit good judgment and build credibility as trusted advisor with prospective and current clients.
• Strong organizational and follow-through skills; strong attention to detail.
• Ongoing knowledge of state and federal securities regulations.
• Organized and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail, ability to learn and use a variety of software.
• Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word and Excel.
• Maintain composure and communicate clearly when under pressure.
• Possess a strong work ethic and be able to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong level of comfort with PC, phone system, general office equipment.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life Insurance
• 401(k) with a company match
• PTO & 11 1/2 Paid Holidays

Pay

Hiring Pay Range: $125,000.00 to $190,000.00