Fiduciary Trust International is a premier investment and wealth management firm with a commitment to growing and protecting wealth across generations. We offer a dynamic and collaborative approach to managing wealth for high-net-worth and ultra high-net-worth individuals and families family offices endowments foundations and institutions. Unlike other firms our investment managers tax and estate planning professionals work together to develop holistic strategies to optimize clients portfolios while mitigating the impact of taxes on their wealth. As a fiduciary the guidance we provide is always in the best interests of our clients without conflict or competing benefits. We offer boutique customization and deep expertise in specialized investment tax and planning strategies alongside sophisticated technology and custody platforms.
Fiduciary Trust International is owned by Franklin Templeton a dynamic firm that spans asset management wealth management and fintech giving us many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. With clients in over 150 countries and offices on six continents youll get exposed to different cultures people and business development happening around the world.
The Investment Associate National Investment Team is part of the Office of the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) at Fiduciary Trust International where you will play a pivotal role in advancing the firms long-term investment strategy and business objectives. You will operate across strategic initiatives that shape investment direction and drive performance collaborating closely with senior leadership and cross-functional partners. Position location may be New York City or Radnor PA (the Greater Philadelphia Area).
Strategic Responsibilities:
You will partner with the Director of Portfolio Management on high-priority strategic business initiatives
You will act as a proxy or delegate for the Director when needed
You will lead strategic projects through to successful completion with full accountability
You will ensure strategic alignment across departments to support firm-wide investment goals
You will contribute to operational oversight of the investments platform
You will address issues across investment operations compliance marketing and digital enablement
You will navigate complex priorities to drive initiatives that support long-term investment strategy
Teams & Collaboration:
You will liaise between the investment team and Portfolio Management Relationship Management and Asset Allocation
You will collaborate with Digital Strategy Marketing Trust & Estates and Investment Operations teams
You will work across departments and business functions at senior levels
You will engage in cross-functional business management tasks
You will operate in a dynamic environment requiring strong communication and organizational skills
Experience Education & Certifications:
Bachelors degree in Finance Economics Business Administration or related quantitative field
25 years of experience in wealth management investment banking or asset management with exposure to investment strategy portfolio operations or business management
Progress toward or completion of CFP MBA or equivalent advanced certification is a plus
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance environment in wealth and asset management
Technical Skills:
Advanced proficiency in MS PowerPoint and Excel (Power BI highly desirable) for data analysis modeling and preparing executive-level presentations. Must be comfortable quickly learning and utilizing new financial technology and digital platforms.
Experience with CRM systems such as Microsoft Dynamics
Experience with investment management software or digital strategy implementation projects preferred
Soft Skills:
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills for strategic project execution
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage and influence stakeholders across departments
High level of professionalism ownership and initiative
Comfortable working independently and managing dynamic priorities
This role requires three to four days in the office (either New York City or Radnor PA).
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Compensation: Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewardsmonetary and non-monetary designed to support their well-being and recognize their time talents and results. Along with base compensation employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus a 401(k) plan with a generous match and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package which includes a range of competitive healthcare options insurance and disability benefits employee stock investment program learning resources career development programs reimbursement for certain education expenses paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the base salary for this position to range between $90k - $100k depending on level of relevant experience plus discretionary bonus.
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By joining us you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health saving for lifes adventures taking care of your family members or making a positive impact in your community we aim to have them covered.
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