Portfolio Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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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Community Portfolio Manager

  • Union City, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Union City, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

The Portfolio Manager has the sole duty of the day-to-day operations, legal compliance and overall oversight of the associations and staff....

Credit Portfolio Manager II - Metro CRE

  • Bound Brook, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ
  • 1 day ago

**Line of Business:** Personal & Commercial Banking **Job Description:** The Credit Portfolio Manager II (CPM) performs the financial analysis needed to make credit decisions on new and existing business...

Auto Fraud Investigator BL Risk Analyst II

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 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...

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Risk Analyst - Hybrid Princeton or Houston

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Risk Analyst - Hybrid Princeton or Houston NRG Energy, Inc - 3.8 Princeton, NJ Job Details $69,600 - $125,280 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending...

Risk Consulting - Cloud Risk - Manager - Multiple Cities

  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hoboken, NJ
  • 2 days ago

EY focuses on high-ethical standards and integrity among its employees and expects all candidates to demonstrate these qualities. At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you...

Sr Risk Analyst Governance & Control (US) Operational Risk Management

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Work Location:** Mount Laurel, New Jersey, United States of America **Hours:** 40 **Pay Details:** $86,840 - $139,360 USD TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities...

VAS - Quality & Risk Management Director (Institutional/Funds)

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

VAS - Quality & Risk Management Director (Institutional/Funds) Job ID 197526 Posted 01-May-2025 Service line Advisory Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Valuations/Appraisal Location(s)...

Commercial Asset Manager - Energy

  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Prologis, Inc. is the global leader in logistics real estate. In partnership with our customers and our communities, we develop modern, high-quality properties that set the standard for innovative...

Commercial Credit Senior Portfolio Manager I, C&I

  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Woodbridge, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Works independently with limited supervision MANAGMENET RESPONSBILITIES Input into training of junior/newly hired Portfolio Managers EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Bachelors' degree in Accounting...

Chubb is seeking a VP, Commercial Insurance Portfolio Manager to work within the Middle Market Commercial Insurance Division.The role focuses on a Managing General Agent (MGA) Partnership targeting...

Market Risk Analyst

  • Whippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Whippany, NJ
  • 4 days ago

The Team You Will Join As part of the Market Risk team, this position will play a key role in monitoring key risk sensitivities, analyzing market strategies and proposing risk limits across FX and...

Portfolio Manager, Data, Analytics and AI

  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Holmdel, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Overview Guardian Life, a provider of employer benefits and insurance products to 29M people, is seeking a transformational leader to join our team as a Portfolio Manager for our Data, Analytics and...

Senior Manager, Financial Risk Management

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Working with Us Challenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those arent words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely...

Risk Analyst

  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, were all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and...

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Portfolio Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Portfolio Management
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...
Inventory and Portfolio Management
In this online course you will learn how to correctly store your products through a collaborative inventory management strategy which will allow you to have optimal processes at the time of...
Fixed Income Portfolio Management
Learn how to construct and manage fixed income portfolios using the latest tools and techniques. Fixed Income Portfolio Management is a comprehensive survey of the key drivers and features of...

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Salary for Portfolio Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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Highest Education Level

Portfolio Managers in New Jersey 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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