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Summary of the Job:
• Increased account management responsibilities
• Enhanced analytical and presentation duties
• Greater involvement in Investment Committee processes
• Expanded client-facing activities
• Potential shift in time allocation toward investment professional activities as operational efficiency improves
About This Role:
Portfolio Management & Investment Discretion
- Manage investment accounts with trading authority within established guidelines and risk parameters
- Execute investment decisions including trade timing, security selection, and portfolio rebalancing
- Exercise discretion on cash management strategies, including raising cash in accounts and determining optimal sources
- Expected to assume responsibility for additional accounts throughout the year
- Make independent investment decisions within established guidelines and risk parameters
Trade Execution & Operations
- Execute equity and fixed income trades with accuracy and timeliness
- Troubleshoot and resolve operations and systems issues across multiple platforms (Axys, Moxy, Genesis, Black Diamond, etc.)
- Maintain operational efficiency and system integrity
Client Relationship Management
- Manage a small portfolio of client relationships
- Communicate investment information and updates directly with clients
- Generate monthly performance reports, style tilts, look-throughs, and USCCB compliance checks
- Produce quarterly performance reports for assigned clients
- Support client communication and service needs
Research, Analysis & Presentation
- Conduct ongoing research for the Tower Select strategy
- Analyze investment opportunities and market trends, presenting findings to the investment team
- Expected to expand analytical and presentation responsibilities throughout the year
- Prepare information and materials for the formal CCB Investment Committee
- Prepare weekly bond purchase reports for Portfolio Managers detailing purchases from the previous 7 days
- Generate ad-hoc reports as requested by the investment team
- Maintain and update the monthly Guidance List
Performance Reporting & Analytics
- Monthly: Run fund performance spreadsheets analyzing ETFs and Mutual Funds on the guidance list and distribute to Portfolio Managers
- Monthly: Prepare and distribute fact sheets
- Quarterly: Compile strategy trades for the preceding quarter
- Quarterly: Update the economic review for Portfolio Manager use in client presentations
- Quarterly: Generate Firm Wide Assets report with detailed breakdowns by Portfolio Manager across various categories, including alternative exposure and duration analysis
Investment Committee Support
- Prepare materials and information for the CCB Investment Committee
- Provide data, analysis, and insights to support Investment Committee decision-making
- Document and communicate Investment Committee guidance as needed
Documentation & Communication
- Maintain accurate records of all trading activity, investment decisions, and client interactions
- Support Portfolio Managers with presentation materials and client-facing documentation
- Ensure timely distribution of reports and updates to stakeholders
Investment Professional Activities (40-50%):
- Portfolio management and discretionary trading
- Client relationship management and communication
- Investment research and analysis
Operational Support Activities (50-60%):
- Systems and operations support
- Report generation and distribution
- Data management and analytics
Technical Knowledge
- Strong understanding of equity and fixed income securities, including 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 including ETFs, mutual funds, and individual securities
- Knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements affecting investment management
Systems & Technical Skills
- Proficiency with portfolio management systems (experience with Axys, Moxy, Genesis, Black Diamond, or similar platforms preferred)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including financial modeling, data analysis, and report automation
- Competency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems and technology platforms
- Strong data management and analytical capabilities
Professional Skills
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex financial data, identify trends, and draw actionable conclusions
- Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy in trade execution, reporting, and data management
- Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills for client interactions and presenting findings
- Decision-Making: Sound judgment and ability to exercise discretion within established investment guidelines
- Time Management: Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and balance competing demands
- Problem-Solving: Resourcefulness in troubleshooting operational and systems issues
- Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with Portfolio Managers, operations teams, and clients
- Professional Presence: Confidence and professionalism in client-facing situations and team presentations
The Ideal Candidate for This Role:
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field required
- CFA Level I candidate or progress toward CFA designation preferred
Experience
- 1-3 years of experience in investment management, portfolio operations, or related financial services role
- Demonstrated experience with trade execution in equity and/or fixed income markets
- Prior exposure to client relationship management or client service in a professional setting
- Experience working with portfolio management or trading systems
Personal Attributes
- Self-motivated with ability to work independently
- Strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
- Continuous learner with desire to expand investment knowledge and capabilities
- Ethical approach to investment management and client service
Adaptable to changing priorities and growing responsibilities
Candidates must possess unrestricted work authorization and not require future sponsorship.Compensation:
Compensation range (base pay): $69,616.00-$114,867.00
This role may have a specific starting pay within this range.
Final compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon work experience, education, and/or skill level.
Work Environment:
It is anticipated that the incumbent in this role will work onsite at the posted location. Our onsite environment fosters innovation, mentorship, and a vibrant culture where ideas flow freely and relationships flourish. As part of our team, you'll experience the energy of our collaborative spaces designed to support your professional growth while working alongside talented colleagues who inspire excellence daily. Please note that work location is subject to change based on business needs.Benefits Overview:
We offer a variety of benefits designed to keep you and your family physically and financially healthy. Not only do we offer a competitive salary and work-life balance, we offer benefits to match your needs:
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
401k, With Matching Contributions
Time Off Programs
Health Savings Account (HSA)/Dependent Care
Employee Banking
Growth Opportunities
Tuition Assistance
Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
Learn more about FNBO benefits here: https://www.fnbo.com/careers/benefits/.
For additional information regarding compensation and benefits, e-mail FNBO at [email protected]. To ensure you receive a response, include the number of this job (listed below) in the subject line of your message.
Job number: R-20261454Equal Opportunity & Belonging:
FNBO believes that the quality of our employee experience is at the heart of our customer experience. One key pillar of our intended employee experience is Belonging. Belonging means we are committed to fostering a workplace culture where employees of all backgrounds feel valued, recognized, and empowered to be their authentic selves—no matter their role or where they are in their journey.
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Application Deadline:
All our jobs will be posted for a minimum of 5 calendar days. Job postings may come down prior to 5 calendar days based on volume of applicants.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or related field
- 1-3 years of experience in investment management, portfolio operations, or related financial services role
- Experience with trade execution in equity and/or fixed income markets
- Proficiency with portfolio management systems (Axys, Moxy, Genesis, Black Diamond, or similar platforms)
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills including financial modeling, data analysis, and report automation
- Strong understanding of equity and fixed income securities, valuation principles, and portfolio management concepts
- Prior exposure to client relationship management or client service in a professional setting
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operations and systems issues across multiple platforms
- Unrestricted work authorization; candidate must not require future sponsorship
- CFA Level I candidate or progress toward CFA designation
Fnbo Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Fnbo and has not been reviewed or approved by Fnbo.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans include a matching 401(k) with an additional company contribution and other savings programs such as pension, stock bonus, and profit sharing. These features are portrayed as a strong component of total rewards.
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Parental & Family Support — Family supports include paid caregiving time for birth or adoption and for serious family health needs, caregiver leave, new‑parent assistance, and childcare resources. These offerings are highlighted as helpful for employees balancing work and family.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away is described as generous, combining paid time off with a broad set of observed holidays. Volunteer time off further adds flexibility for personal and community needs.
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What We Do
For more than 165 years, FNBO, a subsidiary of First National of Nebraska, has set the standard for outstanding customer service coupled with some of the most innovative financial products in the industry. When it opened in 1857, FNBO was a local bank that served only Omaha and the surrounding communities. Today, FNBO has locations in eight states and more than 6.6 million customers across the country. First National of Nebraska and its affiliates have nearly $30 billion in managed assets and 5,000 employee associates. We've come a long way in the last century and a half. As you browse through our site, we think you'll understand why we've been so successful – and why we're so excited about what the future holds for our customers and our organization. Check us out at www.fnbo.com.
