Portfolio Manager Jobs in California
Portfolio Manager jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with strong demand from entry-level analysts to senior portfolio strategists concentrated in investment management, wealth advisory, real estate, and technology-sector corporate treasury. The largest hiring markets are Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, where firms like Pacific Investment Management Company, Wells Fargo, and BlackRock maintain significant California operations. The most in-demand specialties include equity portfolio management, fixed income, and multi-asset strategies. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Meta's Global Energy Team is seeking an energy professional to manage wholesale energy and capacity contracts throughout the transaction lifecycle—from execution through settlement and ongoing operational compliance. This role is critical to ensuring Meta's wholesale supply portfolio is actively managed, commercially optimized, and aligned with the company's growth, cost, and reliability objectives. In this role, you will be a key contributor on the Energy Portfolio Management team under Meta's Energy Infrastructure Strategy and Investments. You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of wholesale energy and capacity agreements including: contract compliance and administration, financial and operational performance monitoring, settlement tracking, counterparty management, and coordination with Meta's market-participating affiliate and/or third-party portfolio managers. You will monitor budget-to-actual performance across the wholesale portfolio, identify and escalate commercial or regulatory risks, and drive process improvements that enable the team to scale.
Energy Portfolio Manager, Wholesale Responsibilities:
- Serve as the ongoing owner for post-execution management of Meta's wholesale energy and capacity contracts—including bilateral PPAs, tolling agreements, energy hedges/forwards, and capacity transactions
- Monitor and enforce counterparty compliance with contract deliverables, including energy delivery schedules, capacity accreditation requirements, and settlement obligations
- Coordinate with Meta's Energy Analytics team, market-participating affiliate, and/or third-party portfolio managers to track financial performance, manage transaction settlement and scheduling, and ensure market compliance—identifying variances, root causes, and escalating issues as appropriate
- Manage contract amendments, collateral requirements, credit provisions, force majeure claims, and other post-execution commercial matters under ISDA/EEI master agreements
- Maintain organized, auditable contract documents and data within team systems (Salesforce, shared drives, and portfolio management tools)
- Surface and resolve issues across the wholesale portfolio, including regulatory and compliance matters (FERC, RTO/ISO, NERC)
- Develop structured recommendations with options and tradeoffs for leadership review
- Coordinate with internal partners including legal, finance, accounting, tax, and the broader Energy team to ensure alignment on wholesale supply operations
- Contribute to the development of tools, processes, and reporting that enable scalable portfolio management as wholesale positions grow
- Support continued evolution and execution of Meta's wholesale supply strategy, including feasibility assessments for new transaction structures
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree in business, finance, engineering, energy, or related discipline
- Deep knowledge of bilateral and organized wholesale market constructs (e.g., PJM, ERCOT, SPP, MISO, CAISO) and the commercial mechanics of capacity, energy, and ancillary service transactions
- Experience analyzing wholesale energy transaction financial performance and coordinating with market-participating entities, scheduling coordinators, or third-party portfolio managers to identify variances and build recommendations
- Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex market, contractual, and regulatory information into clear, structured communications for leadership and cross-functional partners
- 7+ years of experience in wholesale energy markets, power trading operations, or energy portfolio management with an electric utility, power marketer, RTO/ISO, energy trading firm, or large energy consumer
- Experience managing post-execution wholesale energy and capacity contracts, including settlement, scheduling, compliance, and counterparty management
- Experience working with ISDA/EEI master agreements, confirmations, credit provisions, and collateral management
- Working knowledge of FERC regulatory frameworks and RTO/ISO market rules sufficient to identify compliance considerations and escalate appropriately
- Experience managing multiple concurrent commercial matters and collaborating across legal, finance, accounting, and operational teams
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working with AI tooling to drive operational efficiency
- Experience with energy risk management frameworks, including mark-to-market tracking and position reporting
- 10+ years of experience in wholesale energy portfolio management or power trading operations
- Experience in both regulated/bilateral markets and organized RTO/ISO markets
- Proficiency in standard document and analytics platforms (Excel, Google Workspace, Salesforce)
- Demonstrated ongoing AI skill development (e.g., prompt/context engineering, agent orchestration) and staying current with emerging AI technologies
- Experience adhering to and implementing responsible, ethical AI practices (e.g., risk assessment, bias mitigation, quality and accuracy reviews)
- Familiarity with capacity accreditation processes, resource adequacy requirements, and grid interconnection mechanics
- Experience building or improving portfolio management tools, dashboards, or reporting systems
- Demonstrated ability to integrate AI tools to optimize/redesign workflows and drive measurable impact (e.g., efficiency gains, quality improvements)
ABOUT META:
Meta builds technologies that help people connect, find communities, and grow businesses. When Facebook launched in 2004, it changed the way people connect. Apps like Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp further empowered billions around the world. Now, Meta is moving beyond 2D screens toward immersive experiences like augmented and virtual reality to help build the next evolution in social technology. People who choose to build their careers by building with us at Meta help shape a future that will take us beyond what digital connection makes possible today—beyond the constraints of screens, the limits of distance, and even the rules of physics.
Meta is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law. Meta participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations, as required by law. Please note that Meta may leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies in connection with applications for employment.
Meta is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know at accommodations-ext@meta.com.
COMPENSATION
- $160,000/year to $232,000/year + bonus + equity + benefits
Individual compensation is determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base hourly rate, monthly rate, or annual salary only, and do not include bonus, equity or sales incentives, if applicable. In addition to base compensation, Meta offers benefits. Learn more about benefits at Meta.
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Portfolio Manager Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- City National Bank8

- Meta3

- WorldQuant3

- Amazon2

- Apple2

Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services18
- Technology & Software11
- Investment & Asset Management7
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals3
- Construction & Real Estate3
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in portfolio manager jobs across California.
- CFA charter or active enrollment in CFA Institute program strongly preferred by California employers
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related quantitative field required
- Series 65 or Series 66 license required for roles involving investment advisory in California
- Three or more years managing or co-managing an investment portfolio in a professional setting
- Proficiency with Bloomberg Terminal, FactSet, or comparable portfolio analytics platforms
- Strong written communication skills for client-facing reporting and investment committee presentations
Portfolio Manager Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a portfolio manager in California?
Most California portfolio managers start with a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related field, then work several years in analyst or associate roles building investment experience. Roles involving investment advice to clients typically require a Series 65 or Series 66 license, administered through FINRA and registered with the California Department of Financial Protection and Innovation. Earning a CFA charter is the most recognized professional credential in the field and is a common requirement for senior positions at California asset managers.
Which companies hire portfolio managers in California?
Employers hiring portfolio managers in California right now include City National Bank, Meta, and WorldQuant, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of large asset managers, regional banks, insurance companies, and technology firms with corporate treasury functions makes it one of the broadest hiring markets in the country for this role.
Which California cities have the most portfolio manager jobs?
San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Beverly Hills have the most portfolio manager openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco drive the bulk of listings because of their deep concentration of asset management firms, wealth advisory offices, and institutional investors, while San Diego contributes meaningful volume through its regional banking sector and investment management boutiques.
Are there remote portfolio manager jobs in California?
Yes, and more than many finance roles. About 18% of portfolio manager openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Research-heavy and quantitative portfolio roles tend to offer the most flexibility, while client-facing wealth management positions are more likely to require in-office or hybrid schedules.
How can I get hired as a portfolio manager in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a junior analyst or investment associate role at a California asset manager, bank, or insurance company, where you build portfolio construction and research skills over time. Large California employers like Pacific Investment Management Company and regional banks often hire new graduates into rotational investment analyst programs. Completing the first level of the CFA exam and building a personal model portfolio demonstrating investment decisions gives candidates without professional experience a concrete edge when applying to these entry-level roles.
Where can I find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in California?
You can find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and apply directly.
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