Head of Investment Platform

Description We are seeking a senior executive leader to architect and scale the firm’s investment platform infrastructure. The Head of Investment Platform serves as the enterprise architect of how investment capabilities are delivered across the organization. This role does not manage portfolios or select securities. Instead, it owns the governance, structure, scalability, and operational execution of the firm’s investment platform, spanning custodians, portfolio management systems, trading infrastructure, fintech integrations, supervisory controls, and regulatory alignment. This is a platform leadership role focused on architecture, governance, and operational scalability. The ideal candidate has deep RIA platform experience and understands how to translate investment strategy into compliant, technology-enabled execution at scale. Responsibilities Enterprise Platform Architecture • Lead the design and evolution of the firm’s investment platform infrastructure • Develop and execute long term platform roadmaps aligned with firm growth and advisor needs • Translate CIO and Investment Committee decisions into scalable operational implementation • Evaluate integration of new strategies vehicles and asset classes into the platform • Ensure platform capabilities support personalization at scale including UMA structures SMAs direct indexing alternatives and multi asset solutions Technology and System Integration • Partner with Technology to oversee portfolio accounting trading rebalancing reporting systems and data architecture • Drive optimization of portfolio management systems model marketplaces and alternatives platforms • Evaluate emerging fintech capabilities and lead implementation initiatives • Ensure interoperability across systems and integrity across the full investment lifecycle Trading and Operational Infrastructure • Oversee trading architecture implementation workflows and model deployment practices • Establish best practices for rebalancing tax management cash management and complex portfolio structures • Partner with trading and operations teams to optimize scalability efficiency and risk controls • Ensure operational readiness for structured notes interval funds and alternative investment vehicles Governance and Risk Oversight • Own investment platform policies and procedures in partnership with Compliance and Legal • Ensure alignment with fiduciary obligations suitability frameworks supervisory controls and regulatory requirements • Govern product onboarding platform approvals and investment access frameworks • Chair or co lead governance discussions related to product suitability and platform risk oversight • Design and oversee the firm’s investment suitability infrastructure and segmentation alignment • Implement guardrails across complex and non traditional products Leadership and Strategic Execution • Serve as senior escalation point for platform issues advisor implementation challenges and operational risk matters • Act as connective leader across Investments Technology Compliance Operations and Advisor teams • Oversee Investment Platform Implementation and Governance teams including organizational design and performance management • Establish KPIs tied to platform adoption operational efficiency integration effectiveness and risk mitigation • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance platform stability scalability and advisor experience Qualifications • Ten or more years of experience in wealth management asset management RIA platform leadership TAMP OCIO or enterprise investment platform environments • Demonstrated experience overseeing investment platform infrastructure rather than solely portfolio management • Deep experience operating within multi custodian environments and complex multi system architectures • Proven track record implementing portfolio management systems trading systems model marketplaces and fintech integrations • Strong knowledge of trading supervision model governance suitability frameworks and operational oversight of alternative investments • Experience partnering closely with Legal and Compliance to design and maintain governance frameworks supervisory controls and platform policies • Working knowledge of fiduciary obligations under the Investment Advisers Act and related regulatory standards • Demonstrated capability in platform architecture scalability design and enterprise level operational planning • Executive level cross functional leadership across Investments Technology Compliance Operations and Advisor teams • Bachelor’s degree in Finance Business Economics or related field required • Advanced degree preferred • CFA or comparable professional designation a plus Location / Schedule • This position will be remote. • Working hours are 9am-5pm Monday-Friday with the option to work remote on Fridays • Occasional evening/weekend hours may be requested. • Ability to travel up to 25% Job Type • Full-time, Exempt • $180,000-$325,000 base per year, dependent on experience, with additional semi-annual performance bonus opportunities Benefits • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance About Concurrent Investment Advisors Concurrent is a Registered Investment Advisor firm that offers a multi-custodial hybrid investment platform to the clients of its partner firms. By offloading middle office functions, collaborating to help them achieve their growth goals, and providing a best-in-class platform, Concurrent assists partner firms with streamlining the launch of their business in the RIA space and positioning them to best serve their clients in the evolving financial services field. Headquartered in Tampa, Concurrent was founded in 2016 and currently supports over 145 advisors in 84 offices with $15 billion in assets under management (AUM) and more than $15 billion under advisement. Company Values We believe that we best serve our partner firms and their respective clients when we have team members who are aligned in their values. Our team environment is fast-paced, highly collaborative, and innovative. We value motivated team members who enjoy solving problems, are open to implementing new ideas, and take pride in their work product