Portfolio Manager Jobs in New York
Portfolio Manager jobs in New York are among the most active and competitive in the country, concentrated in asset management, hedge funds, private equity, and institutional investment across firms ranging from analyst-track associates to senior fund leads. Most hiring is centered in Manhattan, with additional volume in Stamford and Jersey City, where firms like BlackRock, JPMorgan Asset Management, and Goldman Sachs maintain deep investment management operations. The most in-demand specialties are fixed income, equity long-short, and multi-asset strategy. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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The Global Fixed Income Currency and Commodities team (GFICC) at J.P. Morgan Asset Management is a leading fixed income manager with over $1 trillion in assets and expertise across major sectors and niche markets. Our shared research language, combining fundamental, quantitative valuation and technical inputs, facilitates the comparison of ideas across sectors and geographies. The Global Credit Team manages corporate bond portfolios utilizing a rigorous, disciplined investment process with emphasis on transparency, teamwork and close monitoring of risk. This process has helped us generate consistent alpha from sector and security selection over the longer term, across conservative buy and hold strategies, benchmarked accounts with differing alpha targets, and total return–focused portfolios, including those within our flagship multi-asset strategies.
As the Investment Grade Credit Portfolio Manager within the Fixed Income team, you will have a proven track record of consistent alpha generation and a strong fiduciary mindset. You will report into the Head of US Credit and work closely with a team of deeply experienced portfolio managers, fundamental credit research analysts and traders. You will be based in New York and will coordinate with a large team of portfolio managers and credit analysts in NY, Columbus, and London, including the Global Head of Credit.
Job Responsibilities
- Translate investment process outputs into recommendations and implement across portfolios
- Generate positive sector alpha and influence cross-sector discussions by partnering with research to surface key developments and translate analyst insights into actionable positioning
- Identify trades, rotations, and relative value (RV) opportunities and size appropriately, balancing return vs. risks and aligning it with portfolio objectives.
- Identify developing themes early and recommend how to maneuver portfolios to benefit from them, including assigning appropriate risk to nascent themes.
- Adapt quickly when facts change and recommend concrete portfolio risk adjustments
- Partner effectively with other PMs, research, traders, and risk/governance teams
- Maintain command of key portfolio metrics and advanced risk measures
- Provide weekly thematic relative value/market-direction updates that provide monetizable opportunities and present differing views with supporting evidence to challenge and strengthen team positioning.
- Contribute to platform content and articulate and advocate investment views in regular forums, building clear, consistent arguments that help steer strategy across the platform and calibrate portfolio positioning.
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Minimum of 10 years of credit investing / portfolio management experience
- Deep knowledge of fixed income and credit markets
- Strong fiduciary mindset
- Proven track record of delivering alpha through sector/security selection while taking into account macro strategy
- Collaborative investor that embraces a team based approached
- Clear and effective communicator willing to engage in lively investment discussions
- Familiarity with portfolio/risk management tools
- Proactive in adopting and leveraging new technologies to drive efficiency, enhance decision-making, and improve investment outcomes
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
- CFA designation and/or a postgraduate degree a plus
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.
The Global Fixed Income Currency and Commodities team (GFICC) at J.P. Morgan Asset Management is a leading fixed income manager with over $1 trillion in assets and expertise across major sectors and niche markets. Our shared research language, combining fundamental, quantitative valuation and technical inputs, facilitates the comparison of ideas across sectors and geographies. The Global Credit Team manages corporate bond portfolios utilizing a rigorous, disciplined investment process with emphasis on transparency, teamwork and close monitoring of risk. This process has helped us generate consistent alpha from sector and security selection over the longer term, across conservative buy and hold strategies, benchmarked accounts with differing alpha targets, and total return–focused portfolios, including those within our flagship multi-asset strategies.
As the Investment Grade Credit Portfolio Manager within the Fixed Income team, you will have a proven track record of consistent alpha generation and a strong fiduciary mindset. You will report into the Head of US Credit and work closely with a team of deeply experienced portfolio managers, fundamental credit research analysts and traders. You will be based in New York and will coordinate with a large team of portfolio managers and credit analysts in NY, Columbus, and London, including the Global Head of Credit.
Job Responsibilities
- Translate investment process outputs into recommendations and implement across portfolios
- Generate positive sector alpha and influence cross-sector discussions by partnering with research to surface key developments and translate analyst insights into actionable positioning
- Identify trades, rotations, and relative value (RV) opportunities and size appropriately, balancing return vs. risks and aligning it with portfolio objectives.
- Identify developing themes early and recommend how to maneuver portfolios to benefit from them, including assigning appropriate risk to nascent themes.
- Adapt quickly when facts change and recommend concrete portfolio risk adjustments
- Partner effectively with other PMs, research, traders, and risk/governance teams
- Maintain command of key portfolio metrics and advanced risk measures
- Provide weekly thematic relative value/market-direction updates that provide monetizable opportunities and present differing views with supporting evidence to challenge and strengthen team positioning.
- Contribute to platform content and articulate and advocate investment views in regular forums, building clear, consistent arguments that help steer strategy across the platform and calibrate portfolio positioning.
Required qualifications, capabilities and skills
- Minimum of 10 years of credit investing / portfolio management experience
- Deep knowledge of fixed income and credit markets
- Strong fiduciary mindset
- Proven track record of delivering alpha through sector/security selection while taking into account macro strategy
- Collaborative investor that embraces a team based approached
- Clear and effective communicator willing to engage in lively investment discussions
- Familiarity with portfolio/risk management tools
- Proactive in adopting and leveraging new technologies to drive efficiency, enhance decision-making, and improve investment outcomes
Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills
- CFA designation and/or a postgraduate degree a plus
We offer a competitive total rewards package including base salary determined based on the role, experience, skill set and location. Those in eligible roles may receive commission-based pay and/or discretionary incentive compensation, paid in the form of cash and/or forfeitable equity, awarded in recognition of individual achievements and contributions. We also offer a range of benefits and programs to meet employee needs, based on eligibility. These benefits include comprehensive health care coverage, on-site health and wellness centers, a retirement savings plan, backup childcare, tuition reimbursement, mental health support, financial coaching and more. Additional details about total compensation and benefits will be provided during the hiring process.
We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.
JPMorgan Chase & Co. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans
ABOUT THE TEAM
J.P. Morgan Asset & Wealth Management delivers industry-leading investment management and private banking solutions. Asset Management provides individuals, advisors and institutions with strategies and expertise that span the full spectrum of asset classes through our global network of investment professionals. Wealth Management helps individuals, families and foundations take a more intentional approach to their wealth or finances to better define, focus and realize their goals.
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Portfolio Manager Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- JPMorganChase10
- BlackRock3
- Goldman Sachs3
- Northwest Bank3
- Caxton Associates3
Top Industries Hiring
- Investment & Asset Management10
- Banking & Financial Services5
- Technology & Software2
- Fintech1
- Consumer Goods1
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in portfolio manager jobs across New York.
- CFA designation or active enrollment in the CFA program strongly preferred by New York firms
- Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related quantitative field required
- Series 65 or Series 66 license required for roles managing registered investment accounts
- Demonstrated experience constructing and managing investment portfolios across asset classes
- Proficiency with Bloomberg Terminal, FactSet, or comparable portfolio analytics platforms
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for client reporting and investment committee presentations
Portfolio Manager Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a portfolio manager in New York?
Most portfolio managers in New York start with a bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a quantitative field, then build toward the CFA charter, which is the credential most New York asset managers treat as a baseline expectation. Roles managing client assets may require a Series 65 or Series 66 license registered through FINRA. Many candidates enter through analyst or research associate roles at New York investment managers before moving into portfolio construction responsibilities.
Which companies hire portfolio managers in New York?
Employers hiring portfolio managers in New York right now include JPMorganChase, BlackRock, and Goldman Sachs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. New York's density of asset managers, hedge funds, pension funds, and insurance companies means hiring is broadly distributed across firm types and strategies, not concentrated at a single employer.
Which New York cities have the most portfolio manager jobs?
New York, Buffalo, and Albany have the most portfolio manager openings in New York, reflecting the concentration of asset managers, investment banks, and institutional investors headquartered in Manhattan, with Stamford and Jersey City absorbing significant overflow from firms that maintain operations just outside the city core.
Are there remote portfolio manager jobs in New York?
Yes, though they are less common than in purely analytical roles, since portfolio managers often attend investment committee meetings and client presentations in person. About 61% of portfolio manager openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of September 2026. Hybrid arrangements are most common in quantitative and systematic strategies where daily floor presence is less critical.
How can I get hired as a portfolio manager in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is through a research analyst or investment analyst role at a New York-based asset manager, where you support portfolio construction before taking on direct responsibility. Large firms like BlackRock and Vanguard's New York offices run structured analyst programs for recent graduates, and many smaller managers hire associates from fixed income or equity research backgrounds. Completing CFA Level I and building a model portfolio with a clear investment thesis meaningfully strengthens an early-career application.
Where can I find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from New York employers across asset classes and firm types. Find roles that match your strategy background and experience level and apply directly.
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