Investment Analyst at Kestra Financial in Tempe, AZ

Kestra Investment Management (KIM) is part of Kestra Holdings, an industry-leading wealth management platform for independent financial professionals nationwide. KIM is a dedicated team of investment professionals focused on providing portfolio solutions to help meet long-term goals of clients. Kestra-affiliated advisors can benefit from KIM’s cost-effective, flexible, and easy-to-use approach while taking advantage of a group of extremely experienced investment experts. KIM’s advisor-focused culture is built on innovation and advocacy, enabling advisors to enhance their investment capabilities for their clients.

Lead with Purpose. Partner with Impact.
The Investment Analyst will support the management of the firm’s model portfolio offerings. This includes serving as a primary expert in one or more asset classes (e.g.: fixed income, equities, etc.), performing due diligence on investment strategies within assigned coverage area (mainly ETFs & SMAs but may include other investment vehicles), making recommendations on asset allocation and product implementation as a member of the team’s investment committee.
As a member of a small team, the Investment Analyst will be expected to understand, participate in, and improve the operational processes that KIM uses to manage its suite of model portfolios across multiple custodians. Additional responsibilities include partnering with KIM Operations and Investment Specialists to assist in answering advisor questions on our model portfolios, contribute to KIM’s investment content, participate in advisor presentations and Kestra conferences, and develop ongoing partnerships with Kestra’s other departments, particularly wealth management and compliance.

What You’ll Do:
• Perform due diligence on ETFs and other investment offerings to select and monitor the best products to be used across KIM’s model portfolios.
• Follow a disciplined process in pursuit of identifying the best products, document all decisions, and maintain databases of your investment research and supporting materials.
• Proactively identify new investment opportunities within assigned coverage area and present these ideas to the investment committee.
• Develop relationships with representatives of product companies and portfolio managers of products that are both used in our model portfolios and those under consideration for inclusion.
• As a team player, assist with operational duties and processes involved in the ongoing management of model portfolios, e.g.: production and review of marketing materials including series briefs, portfolio profiles, trade commentaries, entering model portfolio changes on Envestnet and Morningstar Direct.
• Present to groups of financial professionals to educate and inspire confidence in KIM’s models, develop presentations that reflect investment ideas in a clear and logical narrative supported by data formulated in charts and tables.
• Other duties as assigned, which happens often in a small but fast-growing team.

What You Bring:

• Undergraduate degree from a four-year accredited college or university.
• Advanced degree or CFA designation preferred.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in investment research with a focus on identifying and selecting products for inclusion in asset allocation models is preferred.
• Prior experience with investment advisory platforms.
• Experience researching multiple asset classes and product types.
• A sincere interest in investing with a strong desire to be a decision-maker in the hiring and firing of investment strategies.
• Experience in analyzing investment products, primarily ETFs and mutual funds, from both a quantitative and qualitative lens.
• Attention to detail as managing data gathered from multiple sources is a significant and ongoing challenge as an analyst.
• Ability to work with large data sets and proficiency in Microsoft Excel, or other programming skills.
• Ability to develop strong relationships.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and verbal contexts.
• Ability to develop scalable processes.
• Personal integrity, professionalism, and a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving, and entrepreneurial environment.
• Ability to always put the client (our financial advisors) first.
• Ability to adapt and evolve over time, working both autonomously and collaboratively depending on the specific task.
• Experience with a wide range of investment related technology and tools (prior knowledge of Envestnet, Tamarac, Factset, Morningstar Direct, Bloomberg is a plus).
Required License: series 65 or must obtain in 6 months

Internal Application Policy:
Internal applicants must be in good standing and have a minimum of 1 year of service with Kestra. Internal applicants must also have a minimum of 1 year service in current role unless approved by EVP.
Benefits to support you:
• Competitive pay and benefits with a large employer (over 1600 employees nationwide)
• 401(k), health insurance, and a competitive benefits package
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment committed to professional excellence
• Help clients navigate meaningful financial decisions with confidence
• Opportunities for training, development, and long-term growth within the firm
• Tuition reimbursement for qualified expenses
Kestra Values:
Our Mission is Powering Financial Independence, enabling the growth and success of investing clients and the advisors who serve them. We do that by living our values: Serve, Make it Happen, and One team.
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Kestra Holdings Website: https://www.kestrafinancial.com/
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kestra-financial
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