Investment Manager/Portfolio Research Associate III

Position Overview

At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We work together each day to foster an inclusive workplace culture where all of our employees feel respected, valued and have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s success. As an Investment Manager/Portfolio Research Associate III within PNC's Wealth Management Research & Due Diligence organization, you will be based in Pittsburgh, PA.

The PNC Wealth Management Research & Due Diligence team is seeking a Senior Investment Research Analyst to support the development, management, and oversight of advisory portfolios and investment solutions. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in investment research, portfolio management, asset allocation, investment due diligence, mutual funds, ETFs, Separately Managed Accounts (SMAs), and private market alternatives.

This individual will help manage multi-asset portfolios, conduct manager due diligence, develop capital market assumptions (CMAs), provide investment recommendations, and communicate investment strategy to advisors, clients, and governance committees.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct investment research and due diligence on mutual funds, ETFs, SMAs, private market alternatives, and third-party investment managers.

Assist in the development, implementation, and ongoing management of advisory model portfolios and asset allocation strategies.

Monitor portfolio performance and provide performance attribution analysis and investment recommendations.

Evaluate and maintain capital market assumptions (CMAs), portfolio allocations, and risk frameworks.

Present investment recommendations and research findings to investment committees and senior leadership.

Support portfolio implementation and maintenance across platforms such as Envestnet, eMoney, and other advisory systems.

Create and deliver advisor- and client-facing investment commentary, presentations, and market insights.

Monitor industry trends, competitive offerings, and emerging investment opportunities to enhance the firm's investment platform.PNC is an in-office company that fosters a supportive culture where employees can thrive and achieve balance. We encourage candidates to connect with their recruiter and hiring manager to understand workplace expectations and ensure the role aligns with their goals.PNC will not provide sponsorship for employment visas or participate in STEM OPT for this position.

Job Description

• Performs analysis, due diligence research, monitoring and analytical activities for a variety of investment portfolio disciplines. Participates in manager interviews.
• Actively incorporates due diligence processes and/or portfolio analyses into daily activities. Gathers information and independently generates reports.
• Ensures that appropriate investment managers are reviewed, selected for the platform and/or portfolios and monitored. Uses applicable systems to gather information and produce reports.
• Introduces new investment managers onto the platform and/or into portfolios by providing a robust analysis surrounding the fit of a sector or manager within an overall asset allocation framework.
• Researches and compiles information for final reports. May join specialists in authoring and presenting final reports.

PNC Employees take pride in our reputation and to continue building upon that we expect our employees to be:

• Customer Focused - Knowledgeable of the values and practices that align customer needs and satisfaction as primary considerations in all business decisions and able to leverage that information in creating customized customer solutions.
• Managing Risk - Assessing and effectively managing all of the risks associated with their business objectives and activities to ensure they adhere to and support PNC's Enterprise Risk Management Framework.

Qualifications

Successful candidates must demonstrate appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities for a role. Listed below are skills, competencies, work experience, education, and required certifications/licensures needed to be successful in this position.

Competencies

Accuracy and Attention to Detail, Analytical Thinking, Business Data Analysis, Decision Making and Critical Thinking, Effective Communications, Industry Knowledge, Influencing, Managing Multiple Priorities, Problem Solving, Regulatory Environment - Financial Services

Work Experience

Roles at this level typically require a university / college degree, with 3+ years of relevant / direct industry experience. Certifications are often desired. In lieu of a degree, a comparable combination of education, job specific certification(s), and experience (including military service) may be considered.

Education

Bachelors

Certifications

No Required Certification(s)

Licenses

No Required License(s)

Language Assessments

No Required or Preferred Language Assessments

Benefits

PNC offers a comprehensive range of benefits to help meet your needs now and in the future. Depending on your eligibility, options for full-time employees include: medical/prescription drug coverage (with a Health Savings Account feature), dental and vision options; employee and spouse/child life insurance; short and long-term disability protection; 401(k) with PNC match, pension and stock purchase plans; dependent care reimbursement account; back-up child/elder care; adoption, surrogacy, and doula reimbursement; educational assistance, including select programs fully paid; a robust wellness program with financial incentives.In addition, PNC generally provides the following paid time off, depending on your eligibility: maternity and/or parental leave; up to 11 paid holidays each year; 9 occasional absence days each year, unless otherwise required by law; between 15 to 25 vacation days each year, depending on career level; and years of service.

To learn more about these and other programs, including benefits for full time and part-time employees, visit pncthrive.com.

Disability Accommodations Statement

If an accommodation is required to participate in the application process, please contact us via email at AccommodationRequest@pnc.com. Please include “accommodation request” in the subject line title and be sure to include your name, the job ID, and your preferred method of contact in the body of the email. Emails not related to accommodation requests will not receive responses.  Applicants may also call 877-968-7762 and say "Workday" for accommodation assistance. All information provided will be kept confidential and will be used only to the extent required to provide needed reasonable accommodations.

At PNC we foster an inclusive and accessible workplace.  We provide reasonable accommodations to employment applicants and qualified individuals with a disability who need an accommodation to perform the essential functions of their positions.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

PNC provides equal employment opportunity to qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other categories protected by law.

This position is subject to the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA) and, for any registered role, the Secure and Fair Enforcement for Mortgage Licensing Act of 2008 (SAFE Act) and/or the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA), which prohibit the hiring of individuals with certain criminal history.

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