Investment Principal, Client CIO

Firm Description

Founded in 2001, Partners Capital is a Global Investment Office acting for distinguished endowments and foundations, senior investment professionals and prominent families across the globe. With $75B+ in assets under management, the firm constructs customized investment portfolios for its clients tapping into its deep network of partnerships with what we consider exceptional asset managers across all major asset classes. Clients include Syracuse University, Sesame Workshop, INSEAD Business School, New York’s Metropolitan Opera, San Francisco Symphony, Eton College, Colorado College, several Oxford and Cambridge University Colleges, several family offices around the world, and senior executives from leading global investment firms. The firm employs more than 350 people across its eight offices located in Boston, New York, London, San Francisco, Paris, Singapore, Hong Kong and Dallas.

Partners Capital is diverse and inclusive, in people and in thought. Our meritocracy is enabled by fostering a truly inclusive and collaborative culture. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer where diverse perspectives, backgrounds and experiences are valued.

Position Description

The Investment Principal on the Client CIO team located in Dallas will lead teams that manage multi-asset class client portfolios. As a growing firm, we seek new team members who are dynamic and comfortable working in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Client Portfolio Management (Primary Focus): The Investment Principal will serve as the Chief Investment Officer (CIO) for their clients, with end-to-end management responsibility for the investment process of client portfolios. Key responsibilities include:

• Investment Strategy Development & Bespoke Portfolio Management: Leveraging insights from the Firm’s Central Research Team and Asset Class teams to design multi-asset class portfolio for clients, subject to client-specific constraints including (but not limited to) risk budget, liquidity and spending needs.


• Client Facing Responsibilities: Investment Principals are key day-to-day contacts for clients, across regular portfolio review meetings and ongoing portfolio dialogue. Maintaining open dialogue with clients and responding to ad-hoc requests related to, for example: external investment opportunities, charitable giving and/or estate planning.


• Meeting Preparation: Directing the agenda and supporting materials for client update meetings across portfolio, performance and market / macroeconomic topics. Leading meeting discussions and responding to client questions regarding investment strategy.


• Team Leadership & Development: Managing, developing and mentoring junior team members who will support the Investment Principal in their range of responsibilities.

Business Development (Primary Focus): As a key member of Dallas-based team, the Investment Principal will be expected to help drive the Firm’s business development efforts in Texas. This will primarily include managing pitch processes for Texas-based prospective clients (e.g., performing preliminary research on investments within the prospective client’s existing portfolio, developing a proposed asset allocation and manager lineup for the prospective client, helping compose pitch decks and manage RFP processes, presenting in pitch meetings, responding to prospective client questions, managing communications with financial intermediaries). This could also include helping plan Texas-based brand building initiatives (e.g., client dinners). The Investment Principal will also be expected to participate in local networking activities, such as conferences, networking dinners, one-on-one meetings networking, etc. to help build the firm’s presence and brand in Texas.

Other (Secondary Focus): As with all other members of the Firm, the Investment Principal will take on other activities and projects that contribute to the success of the business. Examples may include: recruiting and training junior members of the team, working with our internal DEI council and business associates, and/or helping manage staffing for the Dallas team. Key responsibilities will be regularly assessed and are subject to change from time to time based on the needs of the business. The individual may be required to work overtime as needed.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Responsible for ensuring all information security processes, policies and procedures are adhered to and any issues or concerns are raised with the Cyber Security team


• Ensure full compliance with all local data protection regulations and privacy controls, and any related issues are raised via the appropriate channels

Qualifications / Attributes

• Deep understanding and active passion for investing and markets


• 8+ years’ experience in a professional services role (e.g., management consulting, investment banking, or asset management). Experience in a related field (e.g., endowment / family office portfolio management, investment consultancy) is a plus


• Undergraduate degree with a strong track record of academic achievement. Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CAIA) is a plus


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)


• Strong quantitative skills and detail-orientation


• Excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills


• Ability to thrive in a collaborative working environment


• High intellectual curiosity and willingness to contribute to the overall success of the business


• Experience mentoring, training and leading junior team members

Benefits and Compensation

Partners Capital is committed to being a great place to work. We are focused both on wellbeing and professional growth. You can expect professional development and career progression opportunities, competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and a flexible “results-focused” working model. Our benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, short and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, paid time off and a 401(k) plan with employer matching. The Firm also supports global philanthropy via a charity program and volunteer day. In addition, we champion a variety of wellness and social events. We also support the pursuit of professional certifications such as the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA), etc.

The base salary is one element of our competitive compensation package. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

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