Portfolio Manager Jobs in South Carolina

Portfolio Manager jobs in South Carolina are concentrated in Charlotte-adjacent markets like Rock Hill and Fort Mill, as well as Columbia and Greenville, where financial services firms, wealth management boutiques, and institutional asset managers maintain active hiring pipelines. Major employers with a lasting South Carolina presence include Truist Financial, Vanguard's operations hub in Charlotte's wider metro footprint, and BB&T legacy institutions now integrated into larger regional banks. The most in-demand specialties are fixed income, equities management, and wealth advisory portfolios serving high-net-worth clients. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles9
Top employerAssocia
Top cityGreenville, SC
Cities hiring5
Work type50% Remote
Top credentialAssociate's degree

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Portfolio Association Manager
Associa
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
Business Development
Procurement & Purchasing
Supply Chain
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Optus Bank
Columbia, South Carolina
Accounting
Audit
Compliance & Risk
Remote (US)

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Portfolio Manager
ABB
Greenville, South Carolina
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
Bachelor's degree
10,000+

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Portfolio Manager
United Community Bank
Greenville, South Carolina
Accounting
Business Operations
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in finance

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Portfolio Manager
Quinn Residences
Bluffton, South Carolina
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
High school diploma or GED

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Portfolio Manager Jobs by City in South Carolina

Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Greenville
3 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Charleston
2 jobs
Bluffton
1 job
Myrtle Beach
1 job

Portfolio Manager Job Market in South Carolina

A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Associa2 open roles
CAMS Community Association Management Services2 open roles
ABB1 open role

What South Carolina Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in portfolio manager jobs across South Carolina.

  • FINRA Series 65 or Series 66 license required or must obtain upon hire
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, or a related quantitative field
  • CFA designation preferred or actively pursuing the CFA charter
  • Three or more years managing client investment portfolios or equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated proficiency with Bloomberg, Morningstar, or similar portfolio analytics platforms
  • Strong understanding of asset allocation, risk management, and fiduciary standards

Portfolio Manager Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a portfolio manager in South Carolina?

Most portfolio managers in South Carolina enter through financial advising or analyst roles and advance by earning the CFA charter or completing the FINRA Series 65 exam, which is required for investment adviser representatives in the state. South Carolina investment adviser firms must register with the South Carolina Secretary of State's Office, Securities Division. Candidates typically hold a bachelor's degree in finance or economics and build several years of client-facing or analytical experience before moving into portfolio management.

Which companies hire portfolio managers in South Carolina?

South Carolina portfolio manager roles are posted by Associa, CAMS Community Association Management Services, and ABB and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. South Carolina's concentration of regional banks, independent registered investment advisers, and corporate treasury departments across the Greenville-Spartanburg corridor and the Columbia metro creates consistent year-round demand.

Which South Carolina cities have the most portfolio manager jobs?

Greenville, Columbia, and Charleston have the most portfolio manager openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads because of its concentration of state government pension funds, regional banks, and insurance companies, while Greenville and the Fort Mill and Rock Hill area benefit from spillover hiring from Charlotte-based financial firms that maintain South Carolina offices or serve clients across the state line.

Are there remote portfolio manager jobs in South Carolina?

Yes, and more than most fields. About 100% of portfolio manager openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the desk-based and analytical nature of the work. Research, model-building, and client reporting functions are the most commonly performed remotely, while client-facing relationship management roles tend to require at least part-time in-office or in-person presence.

How can I get hired as a portfolio manager in South Carolina with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a junior analyst or client service associate role at a South Carolina registered investment adviser or a regional bank wealth management division, where firms in Columbia and Greenville regularly hire new graduates to support senior portfolio managers. Earning the FINRA Series 65 license early and beginning the CFA program signals commitment. Lateral moves from financial planning associate or equity research analyst roles are common stepping stones at South Carolina institutions.

Where can I find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in South Carolina?

You can find and apply to portfolio manager jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current South Carolina openings from employers across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and specialization and apply directly from each listing.

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