Investment Director, Human Interest Advisors

Human Interest Advisors (“HIA”) is a Registered Investment Adviser registered with the SEC since June 2015 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. HIA provides investment advisory services to the participants of 401(k) and 403(b) plans serviced by Human Interest Inc.  As an investment advisor, HIA invests through a digital platform into mutual fund allocations that are recommended based upon participant risk profiles. In addition, HIA may act as a fiduciary to plans by selecting and recommending mutual funds under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974.

Overview

Human Interest Advisors is looking to hire a seasoned investment professional to oversee, manage, and provide investment advice to retirement clients. The optimal candidate will have prior experience working with defined contribution plan clients and must be very familiar with automated advice platforms (sometimes referred to as “robo-advising” platforms). The Director will manage all aspects of HIA’s investment advice, including research and oversight of model portfolios, and will play an integral role in HIA’s investment committee.

What you get to do every day

• Oversee and monitor the selection and performance of plan and participant investment options
• Analyze and recommend changes to fund lineups or investment options, as necessary
• Notify plan sponsors of changes to investment options
• Facilitate and oversee the provision of automated investment advice to plan participantsDirect all fund transactions
• Head HIA’s Investment Committee and lead quarterly meetings
• Oversee advisory trading activities including rebalancing and mutual fund valuation policies and procedures
• Review HIA’s plan investment policy statement at least annually and update as necessary
• Assist in addressing Plan and Participant investment-related inquiries
• Interface closely with HIA compliance personnel to ensure fiduciary standards and advisory obligations are being met
• Monitor changes in SEC rules and regulations that may affect plans and participants

What you bring to the role

• A degree in finance, accounting or a relevant field
• A minimum of 8-10 years related experience
• Series 7 and 63 licenses
• CFA designation highly preferred
• General knowledge of ERISA and regulatory requirements of defined contribution plans
• Clear understanding of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)
• Demonstrated experience with compliance and regulatory matters under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and Investment Company Act of 1940
• Strong experience leading, supervising, and motivating a team of investment professionals
• Strategic thinker and proficient in decision-making
• Ability to communicate effectively and in a professional manner
• Ability to prioritize and manage business expectations in a high volume environment
• Strong organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to perform and thrive in a rapidly changing, fast paced environment
• Flexibility and creativity, with the initiative to work through multiple solutions to issues and proactively and reliably drive projects forward
• Able to excel both independently and in a team environment

Please feel free to apply to this position even if you do not meet 100% of the requirements listed above.

Compensation

The salary range target (base pay) for the role seniority described in this job description is $155,000 - $170,000. Final offer amounts depend on multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, geographic location, and market data. 

Benefits

• A great 401(k) plan: Human Interest Inc.’s 401(k) includes a dollar-for-dollar employer match up to 4% of compensation (immediately vested) and $0 plan fees
• Top-of-the-line health plans, as well as dental and vision insurance
• Generous PTO and parental leave policies
• Lyra - Enhanced Mental Health Support for Employees and dependents  
• Carrot - Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
• Candidly - Student loan resource to help you and your family plan, borrow, and repay student debt
• Monthly work-from-home stipend; annual wellness stipend
• Employee Resource Groups including Veterans, Lift Ev’ry Voice, Pride, LatinX, Families, and Women in Tech
• Fun online and regional events and celebrations and department and company offsites
• The vast majority of our positions can be 100% remote

About Human Interest Advisors

Human Interest Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran or military status, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Human Interest Advisors employees must adhere to its security policies and Code of Ethics. 

Please note Human Interest Advisors does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from candidates. We will not consider resumes from vendors including and without limitation search firms, staffing agencies, fee-based referral services, and recruiting agencies. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment-qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. We comply with CCPA guidelines. See more: https://humaninterest.com/disclosures