Portfolio Manager Jobs in Clifton, NJ

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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Portfolio Manager - Asset Backed Finance

  • Selby Jennings
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago

Overview A leading digital lending and specialty finance platform is looking to hire a Senior Portfolio Manager to oversee a diverse portfolio of asset-backed credit exposures....

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VP/SVP - Equities Market Risk Manager

  • Selby Jennings
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago

The ideal hire will have 6+ years of experience in a Market Risk or Trading seat with in-depth knowledge of equities markets....

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Operational Risk Manager - Private Credit

  • Selby Jennings
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago

We are partnering with a leading global asset manager seeking to add a First Line Risk Manager to support its growing private credit platform. This individual will sit directly within the business...

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Senior Risk Analyst

  • Selby Jennings
  • Summit, NJ (16 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • Summit, NJ (16 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • moments ago

Requirements 3+ years of experience in credit risk, portfolio analytics, or financial modeling within specialty finance, assetbased lending, or consumer/commercial credit....

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GTP Treasury Portfolio Manager

  • East West Bancorp
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Introduction Since 1973, East West Bank has served as a pathway to success. With over 110 locations across the U.S. and Asia, we are the premier financial bridge between the East and West. Our...

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Institutional Client Group Senior Portfolio Manager - Media & Telecom

  • US Bank
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description Institutional Client Group Senior Portfolio Manager - Media & Telecom will oversee the underwriting and credit risk assessment of commercial loans within the Media & Telecom sector ensuring...

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Senior Director Community Finance - Underwriting & Portfolio Management

  • Capital One
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Senior Director Community Finance - Underwriting & Portfolio Management Capital One, a Fortune 500 company and one of the nation's top 10 banks, offers a broad spectrum of financial products and...

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Multi Asset Solutions, Portfolio Management, Associate

  • BlackRock, Inc.
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Our clients can access our investment solutions through a variety of product structures, including individual and institutional separate accounts, mutual funds and other pooled investment vehicles,...

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Portfolio Manager - AMEX Ventures

  • American Express
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

RESPONSIBILITIES In this exciting opportunity, the Portfolio Manager will work closely with the broader Ventures Team, and various teams across American Express to drive strategic portfolio management...

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Credit Portfolio Manager II - C&I/CRE

  • TD Bank
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 16 hours ago

The Credit Portfolio Manager II manages a designated portfolio of commercial loans assuring all aspects of compliance with loan agreements, regulatory requirements and underwriting and risk rating policy...

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VP - CIB Underwriting & Portfolio Management

  • Santander Consumer Usa Inc.
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

Demonstrated knowledge in financial modeling and able to structure credit in modeling environment. Able to assist RM's on how to structure the credit relationship....

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Principal Fraud and Risk Analyst - Fintech

  • Energy BBDO
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

One out of every two small businesses fail within their first five years, most often due to running out of cash. Intuit QuickBooks is on a mission to provide small businesses access to all the...

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Quantitative Risk Analyst

  • Fidelity Investments
  • Belleville, NJ (6 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Belleville, NJ (6 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

This role will expose you to the various facets of the financial services industry with a concentration in quantitative model validation and financial modeling, and develop your brand as a leader, mentor...

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Fraud and Risk Analyst 2

  • Intuit
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • New York, NY (11 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

One out of every two small businesses fail within their first five years, most often due to running out of cash. Intuit QuickBooks is on a mission to provide small businesses access to all the...

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Analyst/Associate, Portfolio Management, Real Assets (Investment Team)

  • Blue Owl
  • New York City, NY (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY (13 miles from Clifton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Blue Owl (NYSE: OWL) is a leading asset manager that is redefining alternatives. With over $315 billion in assets under management as of March 31, 2026, we invest across three multi-strategy...

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Highest Education Level

Portfolio Managers in Clifton, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
44.3%
Master's Degree
41.9%
Doctorate Degree
4.1%
Associate's Degree
3.3%
High School or GED
3.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
Some College
0.5%
Some High School
0.1%


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