Investment Transition Consultant

Vanguard

. Advise clients on asset allocation, portfolio construction, and fund selection decisions .

Posted 11/11/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in asset allocation, portfolio construction, and investment policy development while effectively managing client relationships and complex investment transactions. Possesses strong project management skills and the ability to influence stakeholders to drive successful outcomes.

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Investment Management ExperienceClient-Facing ConsultingProject Management SkillsRegulatory LicensingRisk Management

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Hard Skills

Asset AllocationPortfolio ConstructionInvestment Policy DevelopmentPortfolio ImplementationOperational RiskComplex Investment TransactionsInstitutional Transition ManagementAsset MovementsPortfolio RestructuringInvestment Operations

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsProblem SolvingStakeholder InfluenceMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Series 7 LicenseSeries 63 License

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesInvestment ManagementInstitutional Client ServicesRegulatory ComplianceCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise clients on asset allocation, portfolio construction, and fund selection decisions
Consult with clients to develop or adapt investment policy statements
Conduct investment reviews and share findings and recommendations with clients and related governing bodies
Collaborate with internal partners to develop and deliver targeted client strategies
Ensure a cohesive client experience and maximize adoption and effective application of Vanguard services
Maintain an in-depth understanding of the investment industry, client industries, market conditions, competition, and compliance, regulatory, and departmental policies and procedures
Serve as a go-to investment resource for internal partners
Lead initiatives that enhance Vanguard's transition consulting capabilities, operating infrastructure, and client offering
Manage cross-functional projects that improve processes, tools, scalability, risk management, and client outcomes
Mentor, role model, and provide technical resources for more junior crew members
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of five years of experience in financial services, investment management, institutional client services, or a related field
Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education, training, and relevant professional experience
Experience supporting institutional asset transitions, asset movements, portfolio restructuring, portfolio implementation, or other complex investment-related transactions
Knowledge of investment products, portfolio implementation, investment operations, and operational risk
Project management experience coordinating complex initiatives across multiple stakeholders, teams, and competing priorities
Experience providing client-facing consulting or relationship management within financial services or investment management
Experience partnering with investment management, investment operations, portfolio management, or institutional client teams
Demonstrated ability to identify and manage risks, solve complex problems, and operate effectively in ambiguous environments
Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive outcomes without direct authority
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience communicating with clients, senior leaders, governing bodies, and cross-functional partners
This role requires applicable regulatory licensing and/or registration
Advanced experience supporting institutional transition management, complex asset movements, portfolio restructuring, or portfolio implementation
Experience working with institutional investors, asset owners, retirement plans, or other institutional investment clients
Series 7 and Series 63 licenses, or the ability to obtain required licenses within the designated timeframe
Sponsorship: Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work model with 3 days onsite and remote work option on Mondays and Fridays
Professional development through mentoring and role-model opportunities
Opportunity to contribute to Vanguard's transition consulting capabilities and differentiated client offering