Portfolio Manager - Commerce Trust

About Working at Commerce 

Building a career here is more than just steps on a ladder. It’s about helping people find financial safety and success, helping businesses thrive, and making sure people and their money are taken care of. And our commitment doesn’t stop there. Our culture is about our people, the ones in our communities and the ones that work with us.  

Here, you’ll find opportunities to grow and learn, to connect with others, and build relationships with the people around you. You’ll have the space and resources to grow into the best version of yourself. Because our number one investment is you.

Creating an award-winning culture doesn't come easy. And after 160 years, we know Commerce Bank is only at its best when our people are. If this sounds interesting to you, keep reading and let’s talk. 

Compensation Range

Annual Salary: $80,000.00 - $121,000.00 (Amount based on relevant experience, skills, and competencies.)

For more than a century, Commerce Trust has been a leading provider of wealth management services including financial planning, estate and tax planning, investment management, private banking and trust administration services. Our approach to wealth management means assembling a team of seasoned wealth management professionals across disciplines who collaborate to ensure each client’s financial journey is uniquely crafted for their goals. Commerce Trust is a division of Commerce Bank. 

As a fiduciary and Wealth Management expert the Private Client Advisor Associate’s primary responsibility is the support of our Private Client Relationship Managers who are accountable for the delivery of wealth management advisory services to ultra-high net worth clientele and their business partners. 

Commerce Trust Company, a division of Commerce Bank, is ranked among the top 25 investment advisors in the U.S. with over $40 billion in client assets. Commerce Trust Company concentrates on serving individuals, families, business owners and institutions investment management needs through a combination of world class capabilities and resources, objective advice, customized solutions and unparalleled service.

As a Portfolio Manager I, you’ll meet with assigned clients on a regular basis, providing portfolio and investment reporting and making investment recommendations as appropriate.

Essential Functions

• Meet with assigned clients on a regular basis, provide portfolio and investment reporting and make investment recommendations as appropriate

• Determine appropriate investment objective of assigned client investment portfolios, work with the client and administrative officer as appropriate

• Provide information to clients regarding general market and economic conditions, consistent with the investment and economic market outlook

• Review existing client portfolios to ensure investment objectives are being met, portfolios are in compliance with investment objectives and Commerce security-specific recommendations

• Provide timely implementation of security-specific recommendations in assigned client portfolios

• Pro-actively discuss investment and/or client problems and concerns with leadership in order to promote timely resolution of outstanding issues

• Provide support to the investment committees by providing complete and timely information about assigned client portfolios

• Maintain constructive, pro-active working relationship with private client associates to provide timely client service

• Participate in new business development

• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required​

• Basic knowledge of the investment industry

• Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and meet Commerce Bank’s driving record criteria; ongoing employment may be contingent upon meeting all driving requirements

• Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

• Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

• Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values

• Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience required

• 1+ year trust, bank or investment management experience required

• Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and/or Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation preferred

For this position, Commerce Bank will review your motor vehicle driving record. If you express interest in and are considered for this position, you’ll be asked to authorize our review of that record, maintain a valid driver’s license, and meet Commerce Bank’s driving record criteria; ongoing employment may be contingent upon meeting all driving requirements.

**Level of role is determined by knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education 

***For individuals applying, assigned and/or hired to work in areas with pay transparency requirements, Commerce is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for some roles.  This compensation range is for the Portfolio Manager I & II - CTC job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for any applicable differentials (geographic, bilingual, or shift) that could be associated with the position or where it is filled. At Commerce, compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each situation. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay is $80,000 to $121,000 annually.   This position will be eligible for additional compensation through performance-based incentive plan(s) that will correspond to meeting performance goals.

The candidate selected for this position may be eligible for the following employment benefits: employer sponsored health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), life insurance, paid vacation, and paid personal time. In addition, we offer career development, education assistance, and voluntary supplemental benefits.  Click here to learn more.

Location: 901 E Broadway, Columbia, Missouri 65201

Time Type:

Full time