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The selected colleague will work at an MUFG office or client sites four days per week and work remotely one day. A member of our recruitment team will provide more details.Overview
The IT Audit Americas Leader is responsible for overseeing audit activities across information technology functions, ensuring the adequacy and effectiveness of controls that support the security, integrity, and resilience of the organization’s technology environment. This executive role provides strategic leadership across IT audit functions, including cybersecurity, infrastructure, applications, information risk management, and cloud technologies. The position drives innovation and optimization within audit execution through advanced methodologies, analytics, and risk-based practices. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted advisor to senior management on technology risk and audit matters. This leader will also be accountable for developing high-performing teams, maintaining regulatory compliance, and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee IT Audit Americas teams responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of controls across applications, cybersecurity, information risk management, information security, and infrastructure.
- Assess and provide assurance on the security, integrity, resilience, and governance of the organization’s technology environment.
- Drive innovation and continuous improvement in audit execution, monitoring, reporting, and analytics capabilities.
- Develop, mentor, and oversee senior audit managers responsible for audit planning, execution, and adherence to internal audit methodologies.
- Ensure audits are conducted in accordance with industry best practices, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
- Serve as a key advisor to the Board of Directors and executive leadership on significant technology audit findings, emerging risks, and control weaknesses.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with executive stakeholders, fostering accountability, transparency, and partnership.
- Collaborate across all levels of the organization to develop, implement, and execute enterprise-wide audit policies and procedures.
- Ensure policies, controls, and audit practices align with corporate objectives and government regulatory requirements. Oversee the annual audit plan, budget management, resource allocation, workforce planning, and staffing strategies.
Experience
Required Experience
- Extensive IT Audit leadership experience (12-15 years preferred) within a large, complex financial services organization.
- Significant experience leading and managing internal audit teams and large-scale audit programs.
- Proven track record in risk assessment, audit methodology development, audit execution, and regulatory compliance.
- Demonstrated success driving innovation through audit analytics and technology-enabled audit practices.
- Experience influencing senior executives, boards, and risk committees on technology and control-related matters. Strong project management, organizational leadership, and people development experience.
Technical Expertise
- Information Technology Audit and Risk Management
- Applications and Systems Controls
- Cybersecurity and Information Security
- Information Risk Management
- Cloud Computing Technologies
- IP Network Infrastructure
- Windows Active Directory
- Database Technologies
- Mobile Technologies Technology Governance Frameworks and Industry Standards
Leadership Competencies
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to anticipate changes in the business and regulatory environment and proactively align resources and priorities.
- Recognized subject matter expertise in industry trends, emerging technologies, and audit best practices. Demonstrated enterprise-wide leadership beyond functional responsibilities.
Education
Required
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Accounting, Finance, or a related discipline; equivalent professional experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.Certifications
One or more of the following professional certifications are strongly preferred:
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified Internal Auditor (CIA)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) Other relevant audit, risk, or cybersecurity certifications.
The typical base pay range for this role is between $180,000 - $232,000 depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and location. This role may also be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonuses and/or incentive compensation. Additionally, our Total Rewards program provides colleagues with a competitive benefits package (in accordance with the eligibility requirements and respective terms of each) that includes comprehensive health and wellness benefits, retirement plans, educational assistance and training programs, income replacement for qualified employees with disabilities, paid maternity and parental bonding leave, and paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. For more information on our Total Rewards package,
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in head of portfolio management jobs.
- 7 or more years of investment portfolio management or related experience
- CFA designation or equivalent advanced credential in finance or investments
- Demonstrated experience managing or overseeing a significant portfolio of assets
- Proficiency with portfolio management and risk analytics platforms such as Bloomberg or FactSet
- Strong understanding of asset allocation, risk frameworks, and capital markets
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related quantitative field
Tips for Your Head of Portfolio Management Job Search
Quantify portfolio impact on your resume
Hiring managers for this role want to see AUM figures, return performance relative to benchmarks, and risk metrics you actively managed. Lead each bullet with the outcome, then the action, so the numbers land first and the method follows.
Target openings by portfolio type
A role managing a fixed-income book differs sharply from one overseeing a multi-asset or alternatives portfolio. Filter openings by asset class before you apply so your cover letter and resume speak directly to the instruments and risk frameworks that employer uses.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists head of portfolio management openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Align your credentials to the mandate
Many employers differentiate between CFA, CAIA, and FRM holders depending on the portfolio mandate. Check the job description for which credential appears in the requirements section, not just preferred qualifications, and lead with the matching designation in your resume header.
Prepare a case study for the final round
Late-stage interviews for this role often include a live portfolio construction or rebalancing exercise. Prepare a two-to-three page case study from a decision you made, covering thesis, execution, outcome, and what you would do differently, so you have a concrete artifact to walk through.
Negotiate total compensation, not just base
Carried interest, performance bonuses, and co-investment rights can exceed base salary at this level. Know which components are negotiable before your offer call, and ask the hiring manager to walk through the full compensation structure so you can compare offers on a consistent basis.
Head of Portfolio Management Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most head of portfolio managements?
The companies hiring the most head of portfolio managements right now include J&T Business Consulting, S&P Global, and MUFG, with the largest share of openings in New York, California, and Washington, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Asset managers, insurance companies, and private equity firms account for a large portion of active openings.
How many head of portfolio management jobs are remote?
About 67% of head of portfolio management openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of investment oversight and stakeholder reporting. Sub-disciplines that touch strategy, risk analytics, or reporting functions tend to offer the most flexibility, while roles requiring direct trading desk involvement or client-facing presentations are more likely to be on-site.
How do you become a head of portfolio management?
Most people reach this role by progressing through analyst and portfolio manager positions, earning a CFA or similar credential along the way, and building a record of managing increasingly larger or more complex mandates. Moving into a head role typically also requires demonstrated experience leading investment teams, presenting to investment committees or boards, and contributing to strategy decisions beyond day-to-day portfolio execution.
Can you get a head of portfolio management job with limited experience?
Getting hired directly into a head of portfolio management role without substantial experience is uncommon, since most employers require years of hands-on investment management before considering candidates for this level. A realistic path is to target senior portfolio manager or deputy roles first, build direct accountability for a defined portfolio or strategy, and move into the head-level title once you have team leadership and performance history to point to.
What does the head of portfolio management interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter or HR screen focused on background and compensation expectations, followed by one or two rounds with investment leadership covering your portfolio philosophy, risk management approach, and past performance. Final rounds often include a case study or portfolio exercise, a presentation to senior stakeholders or the investment committee, and a conversation about team management and strategic priorities for the role.
Where can I find and apply to head of portfolio management jobs?
You can find and apply to head of portfolio management jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the roles that fit your experience level, asset class focus, and preferred location, then apply directly to each listing that matches what you are looking for.
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