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Foster & Motley is looking for talented individuals to join our team for the following positions:

Portfolio Manager Operations Specialist Portfolio Rebalancing Associate (AI Focus)

About Foster & Motley

Foster & Motley is a steadily growing, independent, employee-owned, fee-only firm that provides clients with investment management and comprehensive financial planning.  We currently manage over $2.5 Billion in client assets and have 50 dedicated employees. The firm's culture promotes collaboration, professional growth, and a commitment to providing exceptional client service. 

Portfolio Manager

Position Summary

Foster & Motley, Inc. is seeking an Investment Manager to join our team.  This is a full-time position located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Investment Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients and the execution of investment strategies to meet client objectives. They will represent the firm in prospective and existing client meetings, deliver presentations to educate and communicate the firm’s investment strategies, portfolio performance, and recommendations. This position will collaborate with financial planners through our unique team-based approach to deliver holistic wealth management solutions.

Essential Functions

  • Lead portfolio design and asset allocation strategies across all client segments
  • Review portfolios and identify accounts that require rebalancing and execute trades to bring portfolios in line with target allocations
  • Maintain client relationships by providing exceptional client service
  • Communicate the F&M investment story to prospective clients 
  • Conduct investment research across all asset classes
  • Assist in the evaluation of investment offerings, including ETFs, mutual funds, and private investments
  • Monitor portfolio performance and provide overall investment reviews during client meetings
  • Collaborate with financial planners to customize portfolios based on client goals and tax considerations
  • Proactively engage with clients to deepen relationships

Minimum Education and Experience Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field
  • CFA® charterholder
  • Experience in working with external clients
  • Effective communication and presentation skills
  • Experience in portfolio management and investment research
  • Knowledge of using portfolio management tools or systems (e.g. Tamarac)
  • Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficient in all necessary applications (MS Office, etc.)
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
  • Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards

What This Role Offers

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Annual bonus
  • Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with discretionary profit sharing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, and Group Life insurance
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education 
  • Up to 16 hours per week of remote work flexibility, starting after 90-days of employment


To Apply

If interested, please email your resume  and cover letter to careers@fosterandmotley.com. All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.


Operations Specialist

Position Summary

Foster & Motley, Inc. is seeking an Operations Specialist to join our team.  This is a full-time position located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Operations Specialist is a core member of the Operations team, responsible for identifying inefficiencies, developing and executing improvement plans, and supporting the firm’s operational infrastructure. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented individual who takes initiative, follows through independently, and contributes to the continuous enhancement of processes and systems. The Operations Specialist will serve as a primary resource for several key operational functions and a backup resource for other key operational functions, ensuring continuity and support across the team. 


Essential Functions

  • Collaborate with Operations team members to evaluate workflows, identify areas for efficiency, and implement process improvements. 
  • Assist in maintaining accurate client data in Tamarac and Portfolio Center, including daily transactions, corporate actions, cost basis, and private assets; coordinate updates with Advisor Services and the F&M Investment Management Team. 
  • Assist in maintaining accurate data and providing support for core business applications (including but not limited to Schwab, Mailchimp, Salesforce, and ShareFile) by assisting users, maintaining up-to-date documentation, completing data audits, and updating to ensure smooth functionality. Additionally, help in completing essential processes within these systems that are critical to the firm’s operations. 
  • Assist in managing class action processing, trading reconciliation, and private investment transactions. 
  • Support client onboarding and account setup; audit documentation and proactively resolve issues. 
  • Coordinate and manage operational tasks related to the death of a client, with a strong focus on timely and thorough follow-up. This includes tracking and completing account updates, communicating with custodians, updating cost basis, and ensuring all necessary actions are completed and documented. 
  • Serve as the central point for client billing, including quarterly billing and appraisal reports; manage and execute the complete billing and quarterly performance reporting process with the support of other Operations, Client Service, and Investment Management team members. 
  • Create and maintain training and procedural documentation for internal teams. 
  • Support firm-wide reporting needs, including compliance, client, investment management team, and internal reports. 
  • Provide backup support for the firm’s accounts payable operations. 
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support evolving business needs. 


Minimum Education and Experience Required

  • High School Diploma required; College degree is preferred.
  • Experience in financial services industry back-office operations is preferred.
  • Experience with Schwab, Tamarac, Portfolio Center, and Salesforces is a plus.
  • Demonstrated ability to evaluate operational workflows, identify inefficiencies, and implement process improvements with precision and timeliness.
  • Demonstrate accountability by taking ownership of tasks, ensuring timely follow-up, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Highly organized, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
  • Proficient in utilizing and supporting portfolio reporting systems and CRM, capable of maintaining up-to-date documentation, conducting data audits, and ensuring smooth system functionality.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
  • Resolve situations using sound judgment.
  • Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards.


What This Role Offers

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Annual bonus
  • Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with discretionary profit sharing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability, and Group Life insurance
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
  • Up to 16 hours per week of remote work flexibility, starting after 90-days of employment


To Apply

If interested, please email your resume  and cover letter to careers@fosterandmotley.com. All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.


Portfolio Rebalancing Associate (AI Focus)

Position Summary

Foster & Motley, Inc. is seeking an Portfolio Rebalancing Associate to join our team.  This is a full-time position located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The Portfolio Rebalancing Associate will support the Investment Management team with managing client portfolios of individual stocks and bonds, including account monitoring, rebalancing portfolios, and cash management. This position combines traditional portfolio management support with the use of artificial intelligence and automation tools to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability within the rebalancing process.
 

Essential Functions

  • Assist in the development and execution of investment strategies across asset classes
  • Conduct in-depth financial analysis, valuation modeling, and market research
  • Monitor portfolio performance and prepare regular reports for clients and internal stakeholders
  • Review portfolios and identify accounts that require rebalancing
  • Execute trades to bring portfolios back in line with target allocations
  • Support due diligence on potential investments, including industry analysis and risk assessment
  • Stay current on macroeconomic trends, regulatory changes, and market developments
  • Maintain and update investment databases, tools, and performance tracking systems
  • Utilize artificial intelligence to streamline and automate the portfolio rebalancing process, as well as other ad hoc Investment Management processes 
  • Provide analytical and operational support to the Fixed Income Portfolio Manager

Minimum Education and Experience Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field
  • Willingness to pursue Series 65 exam and CFA® designation
  • Experience in investment management, equity research, or financial analysis preferred
  • Experience with portfolio rebalancing tools or systems (e.g. Tamarac) is preferred
  • Proficiency in financial modeling, and Bloomberg or similar platforms is preferred
  • Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication and presentation skills
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks under tight deadlines
  • Adhere to ethical and confidentiality standards

What This Role Offers

  • Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  • Annual bonus
  • Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with discretionary profit sharing
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term/Long-Term Disability and Group Life insurance
  • Paid time off and paid parental leave
  • Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education
  • Up to 16 hours per week of remote work flexibility, starting after 90-days of employment

To Apply

If interested, please email your resume  and cover letter to careers@fosterandmotley.com. All inquiries will be held in the strictest confidence.