Description Citizens Private Bank has accelerated its strategy to build out Wealth Management, scale Business Banking, grow deposits, and expand in key growth markets. We are looking for talented individuals with a demonstrated track record of delivering a gold glove experience to clients that results in long-term client loyalty. Citizens Private Wealth presently manages and advises on over $20 Billion in assets, offering a wide scope of services, expertise, and research, while intimately focusing on each client’s unique circumstances. As the Head of Investment Platform and Diligence, you will play a critical role in shaping our organization’s investment decisions, driving profitable growth and ability to compete effectively in the market. Your expertise will be focused on acquiring and managing a high performing investment product and technology portfolio that continuously adds value for our clients and for our organization and is critical to our success. This position requires a deep understanding of public market investments (fixed income, equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, ETNs, alternatives, SMAs, etc.), due diligence and research and governance practices as well as investment related technology platforms. You will work closely with a diverse audience that includes our client facing colleagues, Directors, C-level leadership, Risk, Compliance and vendors. The Head of Investment Platform and Diligence will report to the Chief Investment Officer. Responsibilities: + Develops and manages a comprehensive and scalable due diligence program on the Wealth Management Investment product offering, inclusive of selection, termination, and ongoing monitoring for a wide array of investment products (e.g., fixed income, equities, fixed income, mutual funds, ETFs, ETNs, alternatives, SMAs, etc.) and investment management firms + Leads the governance practice for investment oversight and decision making + Develops, leads and manages due diligence practices and procedures that comply with all regulatory agencies (e.g., OCC, SEC, FINRA, etc.) and continually evolve to meet the emerging demands of our business + Develops, leads and manages efficient research strategies + Owns and continuously improves the Wealth Management organizations investment research platform ensuring that our technology is effective, efficient, and being appropriately utilized throughout the organization + Leads a team of investment professionals ensuring consistent and high-quality work product delivery, training as well as ongoing mentoring and skill development + Remains on top of emerging industry trends in due diligence practices, technology stacks, and case studies + Leads the continuous implementation of product offering enhancements, technology and process improvements + Forges strong collaborative partnerships with industry and internal investment professionals + Provides excellently articulated presentations and communications that synthesize information through a quantitative and qualitative lens and appeal to various audiences throughout the organization + Travel is required approximately 30% of the time + 15+ years of job experience in the financial markets with experience in alternative investment research + 10+ years of experience in an external manager due diligence program leadership role + Advanced communication skills to develop relevant topics of interest and engaging presentations for all levels of the organization + Successful track record of balancing risk tolerance with business needs/demands + FINRA Series 7 and 63 required or willingness to obtain within 120 days of hire + Bachelor’s Degree Required, preferably in business or finance Preferred Experience: + Advanced designation of MBA, CFA, CPA, and/or CAIA not required but viewed favorably + Experience with Morningstar Direct (or similar), Bloomberg, FactSet, Black Diamond and other industry leading technology solutions Pay Transparency The salary range for this position is $240,000 - $300,000 per year, plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit https://jobs.citizensbank.com/benefits . Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance. Equal Employment Opportunity At Citizens we value diversity, equity and inclusion, and treat everyone with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on experience, performance, and ability. Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender individuals who are transitioning, have transitioned, or are perceived to be transitioning to the gender with which they identify), genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer Citizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates. Why Work for Us At Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growth Background Check Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information. 09/19/2024