Investment Analyst - Research

How will you make an impact?

As an Investment Analyst you will play an important role in contributing towards delivering strong investment returns to our members by providing high quality investment research and advice in line with our investment strategy.

The opportunity

We are seeking a broad-based Investment Analyst to join our dynamic Investment Strategy team. This position will play an important role in supporting the Head of Investment Research and Portfolio Managers across asset classes. You will be responsible for delivering strong investment returns to our members by providing high-quality investment research on investment managers, markets, asset allocation, foreign exchange, and/or thematics in line with our investment strategy.

In this role, you will perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of investment opportunities across asset classes, support ongoing monitoring of existing investments, and undertake research projects on investment-related thematics, sectors, and markets. You will also prepare regular investment reports and presentations for stakeholders, collaborate with the investment team to develop investment strategies, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies. To be successful in this role, you will be curious, inquisitive, and have a passion for investments.

Investment generalists or those yet to settle on an area of specialisation are encouraged to apply.

About you

You will have a minimum of 3 years of experience in investment analysis or a related field, with strong analytical skills and knowledge of financial markets and investments. Your strong written and presentation abilities will enable you to communicate effectively across all organisational levels. You will have the ability to apply deep research to conceptualise and develop solutions, and you will demonstrate curiosity, contrarian & lateral thought, integrity, and a desire for ongoing and continual improvement at both the personal and organisational levels.

You will hold tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as science, economics, engineering, finance, or investment management. Additionally, CFA, CA, CPA, or CIMA qualifications are preferred.

What can we offer you?

Our employees are passionate about what we do and are proud to be part of an organisation which helps everyday Australians achieve a brighter future. We value diversity of thought and have an open and flexible workplace. Some industry leading benefits we offer include:

• Hybrid and flexible work environment
• 15% superannuation
• Additional paid leave over Christmas and New Year
• Additional 5 days paid “flex leave”, so that you can take time out when you need it
• 18 weeks paid parental leave
• 3 days community service leave
• 4 weeks paid gender affirmation leave
• Access to long service leave at 5 years
• Access to subsidised financial advice
• Dedicated per person development budget to support your growth

Just to name a few!

About us

At Hostplus, we passionately provide our over 1.7 million members with the best possible service; constantly looking for new ways to deliver better value while helping members get the most out of their super. We are inspired to help our members achieve greater security for their future and ensure they retire with dignity.

Your role at Hostplus will make a difference, whether you're in marketing, financial advice, operations or any of our other divisions - you'll be contributing to ensuring our members retire with the best possible outcomes, and what better feeling is there than knowing your role helps someone to retire with dignity and security?

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity. We believe diversity of thought, background and experience strengthens relationships and delivers meaningful benefits to our people, our members, and the communities we operate in.

We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, ages, religions, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, LGBTIQ+ people, those with a disability, neurodiverse individuals, women, and people with a cultural or linguistically diverse background. If a reasonable adjustment is required to assist you during the recruitment process, please reach out to us via email at talent@hostplus.com.au

How do I apply?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please follow the prompts to make an application.

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