Portfolio Manager Jobs in Illinois

A Portfolio Manager in the finance industry is responsible for managing investment portfolios for individuals or institutions. They make decisions about investment mix and policy, matching investments to objectives, asset allocation, and balancing risk against performance. Portfolio Managers also conduct research and analysis, select appropriate investments and manage day-to-day portfolio operations. This role requires a thorough understanding of financial markets, strong analytical skills, and the ability to make informed investment decisions.

Key skills for a Portfolio Manager include advanced mathematical abilities, strategic planning, financial acumen, and excellent communication skills. They should possess relevant certifications such as Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), and Chartered Investment Counselor (CIC). Before becoming a Portfolio Manager, a professional might work as a Financial Analyst, Investment Analyst, or a Trader to gain the necessary experience and expertise in the field.

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Technology Payments Network Risk Manager-Enterprise Services Risk Office We are hiring! The Enterprise Services Business Risk Office provides risk management support to several lines of business...

Asset Manager, Renewables Asset Management

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Invenergy drives innovation in energy. Powered by decades of entrepreneurial experience and unparalleled execution, we solve the energy challenges facing our customers and communities. We provide...

Senior Housing Operating Portfolio Asset Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 hour ago

The Ventas Senior Housing Operational Portfolio (SHOP) group is seeking a dynamic Asset Manager responsible for growing, shaping, and supporting a $1B+ portfolio of senior living real estate. We...

Commercial Portfolio Manager - R8228-2567

  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago

Portfolio managers gather, analyze, and understand financial statements and other documents to evaluate the risk of portfolio....

Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago

General information** **Ref #** 20044 **Remote?** Yes **Ally and Your Career** *Ally Financial only succeeds when its people do - and that's more than some cliche people put on job postings. We...

Vice President, Portfolio Management (Upper Middle Market)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

This individual should demonstrate leadership skills within credit underwriting and portfolio management; they may work somewhat independently, or in conjunction with other Portfolio Managers (PMs)...

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Senior Risk Manager

  • O Fallon, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • O Fallon, IL
  • 1 day ago

Senior Risk Manager Job Category: Information Technology Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% Type of...

Asset Manager, Real Estate Equity

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Enterprise is a national nonprofit that exists to make a good home possible for the millions of families without one. We support community development organizations on the ground, aggregate and...

Portfolio Management Analyst

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Strong understanding of financial markets, mutual funds, portfolio management, option pricing or option replication, derivative pricing, and hedging concepts....

Treasury & Risk Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Area of Focus: Corporate Treasury Financial Risk Management team develops, leads and executes all processes to effectively manage global financial risk. This includes proactively...

Senior Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Senior Commercial Banking Portfolio Manager to join our Credit Execution Market Coverage team as part of Commercial Banking....

Category/Area of Expertise: IT & Technology Job Requisition: 436557 Address: USA-IL-Chicago-300 South Riverside Plaza Store Code: Office of CIO - Project Managment (5145438) Ahold Delhaize USA, a...

Impact Finance - Affordable Housing Asset Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

At U.S. Bank, we're on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and...

Senior Risk Manager

  • Scott AFB, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Scott AFB, IL
  • 2 days ago

Senior Risk ManagerJob Category: Information TechnologyTime Type: Full timeMinimum Clearance Required to Start: NoneEmployee Type: RegularPercentage of Travel Required: Up to 10%Type of Travel:...

Senior Investment Portfolio Manager / Wealth Management

  • Barrington, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Barrington, IL
  • 2 days ago

In-depth / expert knowledge of equity and fixed income markets. In-depth / expert understanding of tax-related issues affecting investments....

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Portfolio Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Develop core competencies in portfolio management. Learn how to conduct portfolio performance measurement and attribution. Review portfolio strategies for a variety of asset classes including...
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Lean Product Portfolio Management
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Salary for Portfolio Manager Jobs in Illinois

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Highest Education Level

Portfolio Managers in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.2%
Master's Degree
41.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
High School or GED
3.3%
Associate's Degree
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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