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Description

As an Investment Strategist within the Portfolio Advisory Group (PAG) at RBC US Wealth Management (USWM), you will empower Financial Advisors by providing consistent investment advice and solutions to high-net-worth (HNW) clients. Your role involves collaborating with internal teams to develop and execute HNW capabilities, assisting advisors with personalized investment plans, and providing high-touch service for all aspects of investment advice, including asset allocation, investment policy development, and portfolio reviews. You will also analyze market environments, communicate investment views to clients, and contribute to the firm's strategic asset allocation framework.

What We're Looking For

Participate in activities for the successful development, execution, and promotion of USWM HNW capabilities.,Collaborate with financial advisors as a primary point of contact for PAG for HNW clients.,Provide high-touch service and ongoing comprehensive investment advice and guidance.,Activities related to bespoke asset allocation, investment policy statement development, investment selection, risk management, and ongoing portfolio reviews.,Coordinate with other internal wealth strategists and partners for a holistic, unified team approach.,Design complex investment solutions according to HNW client objectives (income, charitable giving, tax-efficiency).,Create and implement a proactive service model for managing relationships.,Gather, organize, and prepare investment presentations for HNW client meetings.,Perform client portfolio reviews regularly, in conjunction with or under direction of the financial advisor or internal partners.,Understand global market dynamics and assess risk/opportunity across asset classes (fixed income, equity, private alternatives).,Stay current on market trends for informed investment decisions.,Work with internal investment committee members to analyze economic/market environment and develop/communicate investment views.,Represent investment philosophy in client meetings and marketing efforts.,Communicate market and economic perspectives to clients via presentations, publications, or product-oriented marketing programs.,Relate key market developments to managed portfolio positioning for clients.,Assist in the design, implementation, and ongoing enhancement of the firm's strategic asset allocation framework.,Work with internal partners to ensure consistent delivery/knowledge of asset allocation framework.,Create educational and marketing materials around the firm's strategic asset allocation framework, including client-approved commentary.,Provide timely and thoughtful responses to financial advisors seeking advice on asset allocation and multi-asset portfolio construction.

Ideal Candidate

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Finance or Economics.,10+ years financial industry experience.,5+ years of experience as an investment strategist or similar role.,FINRA Series 7 and 66 licenses.,Previous experience working with financial advisors.,Exhibits wealth management and investment products expertise including equities, fixed income, and alternative investments.,Effective problem identification, analytical and resolution skills.,Ability to distill complex or detailed financial information into key points and a recommendation.,Knowledge of investment management disciplines such as asset allocation, portfolio construction, risk return analytics, performance measurement and reporting.,Strong ability to interact with all levels of staff and maintain relationships.,CFA®, CAIA®, or CFP® designation or working to obtain (Nice-to-have).,2+ years HNW client experience (Nice-to-have).,Portfolio management experience (Nice-to-have).,Experience in investment performance and risk analysis, particularly multi-asset portfolio management (Nice-to-have).,Experience recommending and researching private investment opportunities and how they fit into a well-diversified high-net worth portfolio (Nice-to-have).

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Hard Skills

Derivatives
Investment Consulting
Investment Performance Measurement
Investment Risk Management
Investments
Investments Analysis
Long Term Planning
Portfolio Management
Product Services
Risk Control
Asset Allocation
Portfolio Construction
Financial Planning
Wealth Management
Equities
Fixed Income
Alternative Investments

Soft Skills

Client Engagement
Collaboration
High-touch Service
Problem Identification
Analytical Skills
Resolution Skills
Communication
Relationship Management
Proactive
Adaptability
Decision Making

Work Hours

40 hours/week

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Flexible benefits
401(k) program with company-matching contributions
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Paid-time off
Coaching and managing opportunities
Dynamic and collaborative team
Challenging work opportunities
Opportunities to build close relationships with clients

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Royal Bank of Canada

Royal Bank of Canada is a global financial institution with a purpose-driven, principles-led approach to delivering leading performance. As Canada's largest bank, it provides personal and commercial banking, wealth management, and capital markets services to over 17 million clients worldwide.

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