Portfolio Manager Jobs in Michigan
Portfolio Manager jobs in Michigan are active across the state's financial services, insurance, and corporate treasury sectors, with openings ranging from junior analyst-to-manager tracks through senior and principal-level positions. Detroit, Grand Rapids, and Ann Arbor are the primary hiring centers, anchored by employers such as Comerica, Dow, and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. The most in-demand specialties are investment portfolio management, corporate treasury, and insurance asset management. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are looking for a Commercial Portfolio Manager to join our team in Farmington Hills, MI. If you bring strong leadership skills and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we invite you to explore this opportunity.
About Friedman Real Estate
Friedman is a full-service real estate firm operating in 20+ states and one of the Midwest’s largest commercial real estate organizations provide brokerage, property and asset management, construction, design, and advisory services. Our portfolio includes 140+ commercial properties (16M+ SF), 20,000+ apartment homes, and $10B in closed brokerage transactions.
Responsibilities
- Oversee operations for a portfolio of third-party managed and/or owned properties totaling 250,000+ square feet
- Manage on-site staff performance and vendor/contractor relationships
- Maintain strong tenant and ownership relationships to ensure high client satisfaction
- Ensure properties are well maintained, operationally efficient, and visually appealing
- Oversee work orders, maintenance, repairs, and preventative maintenance programs
- Manage budgets, expense reconciliations, reporting, accounts payable, and collections
- Lead tenant improvement and capital projects; provide value engineering insights
- Negotiate service contracts and supervise building engineers
- Conduct site inspections and collaborate with leasing/brokerage teams to meet objectives
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- 5+ years of commercial property management experience with increasing responsibility (high-rise experience preferred)
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, or related field preferred
- CPM or RPA designation preferred
- Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and property management software (Yardi, MRI, etc.)
- Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, elevators, boilers, fire-life-safety, plumbing, electrical)
- Understanding of financial reporting, commercial leases, and insurance
Why Join Us
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k)
- 3+ weeks PTO and 10 paid holidays
- Continuing education reimbursement
- Referral bonuses and recognition programs
Friedman Real Estate is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Friedman Real Estate is a full-service real estate company and has been serving our clients for over 30 years! We do business in over 20 states and are proudly one of the Midwest's largest commercial real estate organizations. We offer a full range of services that include: multi-family management, commercial brokerage, property and asset management, investment and loan sale advisory, space planning and design, construction and project management, graphic design and marketing in addition to a vast array of advisory services.
We manage more than 140 commercial properties encompassing more than 16M SF and more than 20,000 apartment homes throughout the United States. Our brokerage team has over 800 current listings with $10 billion in closed transactions.
Awarded as one of Crain’s Coolest Places to work at, Metro Detroit’s 101 Best and Brightest Companies to work for, and recognized as a Detroit Free Presses Top Workplace.
We Value Our Employees
We enjoy making our employee’s feel valued, and our competitive compensation and full benefit packages show it! We offer Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance plans, Delta Dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), over three weeks of vacation time, 10 paid holidays, and many other benefits.
We Have Friedman Fun
- Friedman Swag
- Wellness activities
- Continuing education reimbursement benefits
- Referral bonuses for new employees and new business
- Charitable activities that give back to our communities
- Recognition program to celebrate the successes all year long
- Training seminars for leadership and professional development
- Employee activities planned throughout the year: such as BBQ’s, holiday parties, frozen yogurt Fridays
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Top Industries Hiring
- Banking & Financial Services
- Energy
- Medical Devices
- Technology & Software
- Electronics & Hardware
What Michigan Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in portfolio manager jobs across Michigan.
- CFA designation or active progress toward the CFA charterholder credential
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, accounting, or a related quantitative field
- Demonstrated experience managing equity, fixed-income, or multi-asset portfolios
- Proficiency with Bloomberg Terminal, Morningstar Direct, or comparable portfolio analytics platforms
- Strong knowledge of risk management frameworks, asset allocation, and portfolio rebalancing methods
- Series 65 or Series 66 license where client advisory responsibilities are included in the role
Portfolio Manager Jobs in Michigan: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a portfolio manager in Michigan?
Most portfolio managers in Michigan begin with a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or accounting and spend several years in analyst or associate roles before moving into management. The CFA designation is widely recognized as the primary professional credential in the field and carries significant weight with Michigan employers. Roles that involve direct client advisory work typically require a Series 65 or Series 66 license, registered through FINRA.
Which companies hire portfolio managers in Michigan?
Employers hiring portfolio managers in Michigan right now include FlagStar Bank, Huntington Bank, and Fifth Third Bank, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Michigan's concentration of insurance carriers, regional banks, and large corporate headquarters creates steady demand for both investment and treasury-focused portfolio managers across the state.
Which Michigan cities have the most portfolio manager jobs?
Troy, Grand Rapids, and Detroit are the Michigan cities with the most portfolio manager openings. Detroit leads because of its density of financial institutions, insurance companies, and large corporate headquarters, while Grand Rapids draws demand from its growing financial services sector and Ann Arbor benefits from its concentration of university-affiliated investment offices and technology-sector treasury teams.
Are there remote portfolio manager jobs in Michigan?
Yes, and more than many finance roles. About 75% of portfolio manager openings tied to Michigan are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the analytical and desk-based nature of the work. Roles focused on quantitative research, model maintenance, and internal reporting are the most likely to offer location flexibility, while client-facing or institutional-sales positions typically remain on-site.
How can I get hired as a portfolio manager in Michigan with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is a junior analyst or investment associate role, which larger Michigan employers such as Comerica and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan regularly post as structured development positions. Finance operations, financial planning and analysis, or trust administration roles at Michigan regional banks and insurance carriers are common lateral paths. Completing CFA Level I and building a model portfolio or case study demonstrates readiness and gives candidates a concrete edge in early interviews.
Where can I find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in Michigan?
You can find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in Michigan on Migrate Mate, which lists current Michigan openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty and apply directly to the employers posting them.
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