Lead Portfolio Investment Analyst Baltimore, MD

There is a place for you at T. Rowe Price to grow, contribute, learn, and make a difference. ​ We are a premier asset manager focused on delivering global investment management excellence and retirement services that investors can rely on today and in the future. The work we do matters. We invite you to explore the opportunity to join us and grow your career with us.

We are hiring multiple Lead Portfolio Investment Analysts to join our Fixed Income and Equity teams. 

Role Summary

The Lead Portfolio Investment Analyst (PIA) resides within the Investment and Trading Solutions group. The PIA works directly alongside portfolio managers and traders to assist with the day-to-day portfolio modeling and management of accounts and orders. The primary purpose of the role is to use their knowledge of the portfolio investment strategy and client requirements to oversee each account’s investment activities.  This includes account customization, interpreting account guidelines, resolves compliance issues and oversees performance composites.  The incumbent will liaise and partner with client-facing staff to pro-actively represent portfolio strategy, model account implementation and investment related issues, as well as increase visibility of the department within the firm.  Having mastered the daily workflow of a single asset class, the Lead PIA will leverage their expertise and assume additional multi-asset responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Independently assumes coverage for strategies, escalating issues as necessary with pre-established thought process for resolution.  Guides more junior team members on more complex modeling issues.  Proactively assumes responsibility for projects that increase efficiency and promote best practice within the team, reducing risk.  Most senior individual contributor with strong understanding of the portfolio modeling processes.  Serves as proxy/back up to Team Lead
• Demonstrates sound judgement and problem solving to address quick strike issue containment, resolution and prevention, as well as long term technological outlook and implementation
• Manage trading and portfolio manager relationships including coordinating accurate and timely communication of changes across the trading division
• Measure strategy performance and work with global trading partners to ensure seamless implementation of investment and trading strategies
• Serves as a subject matter expert on modeling when working with various functions and groups within the firm including investments, client service, and operations.  May be involved in client presentations and/or due diligence meetings as necessary
• Engage in advanced project work to further the team’s research, development, and collaboration efforts
• Establishes and maintains understanding of Portfolio Manager’s investment process
• Works with traders to determine process for implementation of new accounts and consults with traders on behalf of Portfolio Managers to resolve trading issues
• Communicates with other PIA’s on the Baltimore, London and Hong Kong trading desks regarding trades, accounts and best practices
• Works with Compliance and Legal to clarify and resolve investment strategy issues and determine best method for tracking compliance with those requirements

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelors degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or Math or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND
• 3+ years T. Rowe Price or related experience
• Prior experience with Equity OR Fixed Income Portfolios
• Savvy use of technology in combination with a data driven mindset
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to solve problems
• Ability to quickly process information, draw relevant conclusions, and clearly summarize results.
• Ability to determine priorities, plan, organize and follow-through on assignments
• Effective written and verbal communication and organizational skills
• Project management experience

Preferred:

• Progress towards an MBA, MS in Finance, or CFA designation
• Direct experience with equity portfolios
• ETF and/or Fixed Income experience
• Knowledge of derivatives and multiple asset classes

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role.

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for hybrid work, with up to one day per week from home.

Base Salary Ranges

Please review the job posting for the location of this specific opportunity.

$115,000.00-$135,000.00 for the location of: Maryland, Colorado, Washington and remote workers
$115,000.00-$135,000.00 for the location of: Washington, D.C.
$115,000.00-$135,000.00 for the location of: New York, California

Placement within the range provided above is based on the individual’s relevant experience and skills for the role.  Base salary is only one component of our total compensation package.  Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus, which is determined upon company and individual performance.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day.

Benefits

Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering.

T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.