Sr. Associate, Portfolio Management

First National Bank of Omaha•Kansas City, MO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Associate, Portfolio Management supports FNBO’s investment team through trade execution, research, and comprehensive reporting across equity and fixed income portfolios. The role manages performance and analytical data and prepares reports for portfolio management, senior management, clients, and consultants. It includes discretionary investment authority for assigned accounts, with expectations of taking on additional responsibilities over time. The position combines client management, trading, and research with operational support functions. The incumbent manages investment accounts within established guidelines and risk parameters, executes investment decisions, and exercises discretion in cash management. The role also supports client relationships, business development, investment research, performance analytics, reporting, documentation, and the operation of portfolio-management systems. Responsibilities are divided approximately equally between investment-professional activities and operational support activities. The position is anticipated to be onsite at the posted location. The work location may change based on business needs. Candidates must have unrestricted work authorization and must not require future sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in investment management, portfolio operations, or a related financial services role.
Demonstrated experience with trade execution in equity and/or fixed income markets.
Strong understanding of equity and fixed income securities, valuation principles, and market dynamics.
Working knowledge of portfolio management concepts, including asset allocation, diversification, and risk management.
Familiarity with performance measurement and attribution analysis.
Understanding of investment strategies involving ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities.
Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements affecting investment management.
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including financial modeling, data analysis, and report automation.
High-level competency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Strong data-management and analytical capabilities, with the ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and draw actionable conclusions.
High degree of accuracy and attention to detail in trade execution, reporting, and data management.
Strong written and verbal communication skills for client interactions and presenting findings.
Sound judgment and ability to exercise discretion within established investment guidelines.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and balance competing demands.
Resourcefulness in troubleshooting operational and systems issues.
Ability to collaborate effectively with Portfolio Managers, operations teams, and clients.
Professional confidence and presence in client-facing situations and team presentations.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and proactively.
Strong work ethic, commitment to excellence, adaptability to changing priorities, and an ethical approach to investment management and client service.
Unrestricted work authorization with no need for future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

CFA Level I candidacy or progress toward the CFA designation.
Experience with APX, Moxy, Genesis, Black Diamond, or similar portfolio-management systems.
Prior exposure to client relationship management or client service in a professional setting.
Experience working with portfolio-management or trading systems.

Responsibilities

Manage investment accounts with trading authority within established guidelines and risk parameters.
Execute investment decisions, including trade timing and portfolio rebalancing, and make independent decisions within established guidelines.
Exercise discretion over cash-management strategies, including raising cash and determining optimal sources.
Execute equity and fixed income trades accurately and promptly.
Troubleshoot and resolve operational and systems issues across multiple platforms, maintaining operational efficiency and system integrity.
Create custom reports detailing portfolio analytics and support business development through portfolio analysis and proposal creation.
Communicate investment information and updates to associates and clients, and support client service needs.
Generate monthly performance reports, style tilts, look-throughs, and USCCB compliance checks; produce monthly and quarterly performance reports for assigned clients.
Support Portfolio Managers with Reg 9 reviews, presentation materials, and client-facing documentation.
Conduct ongoing research for FNA asset-allocation models, including the legacy Tower Select strategy; analyze investment opportunities and market trends and present findings to the investment team.
Prepare weekly bond-purchase reports detailing purchases from the previous seven days.
Generate ad hoc reports requested by the investment team, including monthly and quarterly reports and support for cash and asset receipts.
Help maintain the monthly Guidance List.
Run monthly fund-performance spreadsheets analyzing ETFs and mutual funds on the Guidance List and distribute results to Portfolio Managers.
Prepare and distribute monthly fact sheets.
Compile strategy trades for the preceding quarter.
Update the quarterly economic review for Portfolio Manager use in client presentations.
Generate the quarterly Firm Wide Assets report, including Portfolio Manager breakdowns and analysis of alternative exposure and duration.
Maintain accurate records of trading activity, investment decisions, and client interactions.
Ensure timely distribution of reports and updates to stakeholders.
Assume additional responsibilities and expand analytical and presentation responsibilities over time.