Director of Investments, Wealth Advisor – Houston, TX

Texas Regional Bank•Houston, TX

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Investments supports investment research and due diligence and serves as a wealth advisor to high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, families, foundations, and endowments. The role develops and monitors approved investments, model portfolios, and asset-allocation strategies; provides goals-based financial planning and customized portfolio construction; and helps ensure client portfolios align with their objectives, risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, tax considerations, and governing trust instruments. The Director works with trust officers, relationship managers, commercial and private bankers, operations staff, and other internal partners to deliver integrated wealth solutions and execute portfolio activity. The role also contributes to business development, market outlook and client communications, regulatory compliance, technology evaluation, and the development of junior staff. The position requires physical presence at the Bank and may involve travel if required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, economics, or a related field.
At least 3 years of experience in securities research and evaluation with a client-facing portfolio construction role in Wealth Management.
Strong knowledge of investing and financial markets.
Effective analytical, communication, and financial problem-solving skills.
Financial modeling skills.
High emotional intelligence and a customer-service mentality, with the ability to build relationships with a wide range of clients, prospective clients, and partners.
Exceptional writing, interpersonal, and client service skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving, team-based environment and collaborate effectively with others.
Strong computer knowledge, including Microsoft Suite applications.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Able to travel if required.
Must be physically present in the Bank to perform the job duties.

Nice To Haves

CFA, CFP, or progress toward either designation.

Responsibilities

Support investment research and due diligence for individual securities, mutual funds, ETFs, separately managed accounts, third-party managers, and alternative investments; present recommendations to the Trust Investment Committee for approval.
Develop, maintain, and monitor the approved investment list, model portfolios, and asset-allocation strategies, including ongoing performance, risk, and fee evaluation of approved managers and products.
Serve as a wealth advisor to HNW and UHNW clients, families, foundations, and endowments, providing goals-based financial planning and customized portfolio construction.
Prepare and maintain Investment Policy Statements and manage client portfolios in accordance with client objectives, risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, tax considerations, and governing trust instruments.
Conduct regular client review meetings; prepare performance reports and market commentary; and communicate portfolio strategy, results, and changes to clients and their professional advisors.
Partner with trust officers, relationship managers, and commercial and private bankers to coordinate integrated wealth solutions, including estate, retirement, tax, and charitable planning.
Participate in business development by prospecting, presenting to prospective clients and centers of influence, and converting opportunities into new relationships and assets under management.
Monitor economic conditions, capital markets, and investment trends; contribute to the department’s market outlook, quarterly CIO communications, and client education materials.
Oversee portfolio rebalancing, trade recommendations, and cash management, coordinating with operations staff to support accurate and timely execution.
Ensure investment activities comply with fiduciary standards, Regulation 9, the Uniform Prudent Investor Act, and bank policies; support internal and regulatory reviews and audits.
Evaluate and recommend investment research, portfolio management, and reporting tools and technology to improve efficiency and the client experience.
Mentor and support junior investment and wealth management staff and collaborate with internal teams on growing the Trust & Wealth Management platform.
Support and promote the Bank’s vision, mission, core values, organizational structure, policies, and procedures.
Apply analysis, observation, and decision-making skills; identify and communicate priorities and align resources effectively.
Maintain effective relationships with Board members, officers, employees, and members of the business and civic community.
Provide visible, compassionate leadership that fosters positive attitudes and trust among employees, customers, and prospects.
Comply with federal and state regulations and established bank policies and procedures.
Perform other duties as assigned.