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Obsidian CIO · New York
About Obsidian CIO
Obsidian CIO is a boutique investment management firm based in New York, serving independent advisors, family offices, and institutional clients. Together with our sister firm, Willow Run Advisors, we bring public and private market expertise, customized portfolio construction, tax management, and integrated technology to advisors and the families they serve. We offer the breadth of a sophisticated investment platform within a small, collaborative team where each person has meaningful impact.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Vice President, Investment Strategy to work directly with the Managing Partner / CIO, own key investment functions, and help lead the investment team. This hands-on generalist role offers a path toward broader investment leadership as the firm grows.
Key
Lead manager sourcing, selection, and investment and risk due diligence across public and private markets; coordinate operational diligence
Own portfolio construction and strategic and tactical allocation recommendations, incorporating risk, liquidity, taxes, and client objectives
Monitor managers, performance, and exposures; recommend portfolio changes and oversee approved implementation
Assess market developments and conduct scenario analysis and stress testing to identify portfolio risks and opportunities
Present and defend investment recommendations to the CIO and investment committee
Lead advisor investment discussions and evaluate client-specific investment requests
Develop clear investment commentary, portfolio reviews, and materials that help advisors communicate with clients
Mentor analysts and associates, set research priorities with the CIO, and review analytical work
Improve investment processes, analytics, and automation in partnership with operations and technology teams
Qualifications
10+ years of relevant investment experience with progression into senior responsibility; RIA, OCIO, family office, or comparable allocator experience strongly preferred
Broad public and private markets expertise, with independent investment judgment and practical portfolio construction experience
Demonstrated success in manager diligence, selection, and monitoring, with an understanding of tax-aware portfolio implementation
Strong writing and presentation skills, credibility with advisors and investment committees, and experience mentoring investment professionals
Strong quantitative skills and comfort using investment data, portfolio analytics, and technology in a hands-on, collaborative environment
Bachelor's degree required; CFA, CAIA, MBA, or equivalent investment depth preferred
Compensation &
Target total annual cash compensation of $225,000–$300,000, including base salary and target bonus, plus benefits. Compensation depends on experience and responsibilities; bonuses reflect individual and firm performance and are not guaranteed
Details
| Company | Obsidian CIO |
| Location | New York |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | Managers |