Portfolio Analyst Jobs in California
Portfolio Analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in asset management, venture capital, private equity, and institutional investing, with openings at every level from junior analyst through senior portfolio manager. The heaviest hiring is in San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where firms like BlackRock, Pacific Life, and Franklin Templeton maintain significant California operations. The most in-demand specialties include fixed income analysis, equity research, and ESG portfolio strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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.Overall Purpose of Job:
The Portfolio Management function within MUFG’s Asset Based Finance group is responsible for the oversight of a portfolio of asset based lending clients situated throughout the US, evaluating the creditworthiness of the clients on an ongoing basis, monitoring the collateral that supports all credit exposure, and initiating or supporting revenue growth efforts.
The client base spans multiple industries, and customers range from large, public companies active in the capital markets to sponsor-owned middle market companies with complex capital structures.
Major Responsibilities:
Assist ABF portfolio managers with the following:
- Monitoring borrower financial performance on an ongoing basis.
- Evaluating collateral performance at the borrowing base component level and insure that adequate collateral is available to cover outstanding obligations.
- Assess liquidity and excess availability levels, both historical and projected.
- Ensuring that the bank’s collateral is regularly appraised, field exams are conducted to evaluate the quality of the collateral and underlying collateral controls, and that adjustments are made if any issues arise from those appraisals or exams.
- Prepare detailed written credit analyses and required credit applications, including evaluation of loan purpose and structure, liquidity, asset protection, repayment sources, corporate, regulatory and industry risk, historical and projected operating performance, and capital structure.
- Contribute to the bank’s revenue and return growth goals by working closely with portfolio officers, coverage RMs, product partners, and ABF origination staff to enhance MUGs importance to the borrower either through cross sell efforts or pitch to lead presentations.
- Assist with closely monitoring troubled credits, recommend and implement the appropriate course of action when borrower financial performance or collateral adequacy becomes an issue, participate in internal meetings to review performance and exposure strategy, and address issues related to bankruptcy and collateral liquidation.
- Assist with the management of a bank group as agent, including addressing client needs and structuring an appropriate solution, negotiating terms that would be satisfactory to MUFG and the broader bank group, and manage bank group communication.
- Performing the necessary due diligence to provide timely responses to requests for additional credit.
- Ensuring that the internal and regulatory risk ratings for borrowers remain accurate and recommending adjustments when a material change in the credit profile has become evident.
- Conduct periodic discussions with Agents (when a participant) to get borrower updates, and address amend & extend requests and amendments.
- Assist with the preparation for various internal and external examinations and audits and all compliance and operational aspects of the business.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor’s degree, ideally with a business major. A CFA Level 1, 2 or 3 or an MBA is a plus.
- A minimum of 1 year of relevant corporate financial analysis experience; with specific experience in asset-based lending a plus
- A career track as a corporate finance professional with a credit and analytical background
- Some background with loan documentation is a plus
- Completion of a formal credit-training program at either a money center, large national, or super regional bank is a plus
- Strong written and interpersonal communication skills
- Financial modeling and analytical skills using MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Excellent analytic and quantitative skills
The typical base pay range for this role is between $95K-$125K depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and location. This role will be eligible for certain discretionary performance-based bonus 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.
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What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in portfolio analyst jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related quantitative field required
- CFA designation or active progress toward CFA charterholder status preferred
- Proficiency in Bloomberg Terminal and portfolio management software such as Advent or Aladdin
- Two or more years of experience in investment analysis, asset management, or a related role
- Strong modeling skills in Excel with demonstrated ability to build and interpret financial models
- Knowledge of equity, fixed income, and alternative asset classes relevant to California institutional portfolios
Portfolio Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a portfolio analyst in California?
Most portfolio analysts in California enter the field with a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a quantitative discipline, followed by the CFA program, which is the most widely recognized credential among California asset managers and institutional investors. California does not require a state-issued license for portfolio analysts in most settings, though roles involving direct investment advice may require a FINRA Series 65 or Series 66 registration. Large California investment firms typically recruit through campus programs at UCLA, UC Berkeley, and USC.
How much do portfolio analysts make in California?
Portfolio analysts in California earn a median of about $109,110 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $72,840 for the lowest 10% to over $198,280 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire portfolio analysts in California?
Employers hiring portfolio analysts in California right now include MUFG, City National Bank, and Hudson Pacific Properties, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. California's concentration of venture capital firms, insurance companies, and public pension funds such as CalPERS and CalSTRS creates consistent demand across a wide range of employer types.
Which California cities have the most portfolio analyst jobs?
Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego have the most portfolio analyst openings in California. San Francisco dominates due to its dense cluster of asset management firms, hedge funds, and fintech companies, while Los Angeles draws hiring from entertainment industry endowments, private equity, and large insurance carriers, and San Diego's growing biotech investment sector and presence of firms like Pacific Life sustain steady demand there.
Are there remote portfolio analyst jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many finance roles. About 75% of portfolio analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting the desk-based, data-driven nature of the work. Research, performance reporting, and quantitative modeling tasks translate well to remote settings, while client-facing portfolio management roles and positions at large institutional investors more commonly require on-site presence in San Francisco or Los Angeles.
How can I get hired as a portfolio analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a junior analyst or investment operations associate role at a California-based asset manager or bank, where you support senior analysts while building modeling skills. Firms like Wells Fargo, Charles Schwab, and Fidelity run structured new-graduate programs in California that hire candidates without prior investment experience. Completing the first CFA exam level before applying signals commitment and gives you a concrete edge over other entry-level candidates targeting California's competitive market.
Where can I find and apply to portfolio analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to portfolio analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across asset management, banking, insurance, and institutional investing. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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