Associate Director

7 months ago

Melbourne, Australia AustralianSuper Full time

Make a difference by delivering outcomes for our millions of members
- Key role within our Mid Risk portfolio construction team
- 12 month contract role in Melbourne or Sydney

AustralianSuper’s $60b Mid Risk portfolio (Real Assets and Private Credit) has grown considerably over the past few years and is expected to grow at over 20% pa over the foreseeable future. This future growth, driven by strong member inflows as well as investment returns from the existing portfolio, has necessitated the need recruit a new team member who will focus on portfolio construction and strategy in the Mid Risk Portfolio Strategy & Research (PSR) Team.

**Your new role**

As an Associate Director within the Mid Risk PSR team, you will:

- Focus on continued development of our portfolio construction framework and portfolio strategy;
- Lead reviews of the Mid Risk portfolio to make recommendations on sectors and geographies for future investments;
- Evaluate and monitor risk exposures within the portfolio such as development risk and other risk factors.

This is a 12 month contract role.

Key Duties will include:

- Enhancing the long-term Mid Risk portfolio construction process designed to set the long-term direction for portfolio strategy;
- Considering the appropriate pricing of risk factors within the portfolio and monitoring of other uncompensated risks;
- Proactively identifying, initiating and coordinating high quality research pertinent to the strategic priorities of the Mid Risk portfolio with guidance from senior colleagues; and
- Where appropriate, representing mid risk for department level research alongside teams across the investment department;
- Supporting key decision makers with analysis and modelling to assist in medium term asset allocation decisions within the Mid Risk portfolio;
- Contributing to the assessment of new investments as it relates to portfolio fit and recommended allocation;
- Leading an overall approach to developing the Mid Risk portfolio to meet its strategic objectives (high returns, increased allocation and reduced costs);
- Managing portfolio design to meet key objectives and competing trade-offs: performance objectives vs portfolio objectives (incl deployment, cost etc);
- Leading junior colleagues for the enhancement of the Mid Risk portfolio forecasting and modelling, including scenario analysis and planning for delivering portfolio objectives within constraints; Leading engagement with the Real Assets and Private Credit teams to provide clear portfolio objectives for seeking investments (e.g. target industry sector allocations, position sizing etc.)

**What you’ll need**
- Experience working in either investment management/consulting with specific experience around portfolio strategy / construction or portfolio manager in portfolio strategy & construction in an investment manager environment;
- Experience in developing investment strategy;
- Ability to work across the investment department in a team-based environment. Should “think of the whole” and have awareness of other teams in seeking the best outcomes for members;
- Demonstrated ability to establish relationships and engage with senior stakeholders;
- Excellent verbal communication skills;
- Experience in analysing and interpreting data and investment processes;
- Experience in presenting findings to senior management or clients on a regular basis;
- Compliance / regulatory awareness and familiarity;
- Strong people and relationship management skills;
- Diligent with excellent attention to detail;
- Superior quantitative, financial modelling and analytical skills; Strong tertiary qualifications

**Life at AustralianSuper**

AustralianSuper is committed to colleague development, and we support our people with ongoing learning, coaching and training, as well as career opportunities across our expanding global organisation. We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment in which all roles can flex, and we’re happy to discuss what this looks like for you.

We are committed to supporting our diverse workforce in a way that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let our recruitment team know.

**What’s next**

Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.

**_Progress powered by purpose._**

**The AustralianSuper Story
As a profit-to-member superannuation fund, AustralianSuper is run only for members, and is here to help members achieve their best possible retirement outcome. We don't pay profits or dividends to shareholders, so the money we make goes back into the fund.

We’re an organisation of talented, inspiring colleagues and passionate leaders. As we continue to grow in size and complexity, we need people who will challenge our thinking, deliver outstanding outcomes and most importantly, share in our purpose.

  • Associate Director

    3 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia Centre for Excellence in Child and Family Welfare Full time

    **Description**: We are looking for an experienced, high calibre Associate Director to lead an innovative 3-year pilot program in collaboration with the Victorian government. The successful applicant will work closely with a range of key stakeholders to ensure delivery of a Master of Social Work curriculum to fast-track suitable recruits into social...

  • Associate Director

    9 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Clemenger Group Full time

    Who we are Hall & Partners is a team of unconventional thinkers, obsessed with how marketing influences the relationship between people, brands, and culture. Born out of adland, we are the insight agency known for weaving creativity with science. Our strength is our diversity and flexibility, we're focussed on solving the difficult problems our clients are...

  • Associate Director Network Resilience

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Parkville Job type: Ongoing - Full Time Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning **Salary**: $182,813 - $248,629 Occupation: Other Reference: 5910 **About the Role** The Associate Director Network Resilience is a crucial leadership role that actively oversees a highly skilled operational team focused on achieving a...

  • Associate Director, Contract Management

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Parkville Job type: Ongoing - Full Time Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning **Salary**: $182,813 - $248,629 Occupation: Other Reference: 6054 **About the Role** The Associate Director Contract Management will adopt a risk-based, strategic approach to expand and lead the contract and commercial management function of...

  • Associate Director

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia URBIS Full time

    **Who we are**: Urbis is people focussed, and we want the best for our team, our clients, and our communities. We are a community of passionate problem solvers, sought out by clients for our fresh thinking and approach to their city-shaping projects. Our mission is to help create meaningful, sustainable cities & communities. Urbis is an employer of choice...

  • Associate Director, Influenza

    7 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia Seqirus Full time

    **The Opportunity**: Located in in the Melbourne CBD and reporting to Influenza Director the role of the Associate Director -Influenza is important to leading the development of clear and insight driven strategies for the portfolio and the implementation of impactful plans with sales and marketing execution to provide return on investment while building a...

  • Associate Director, Implementation

    8 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia IFM Investors Full time

    Associate Director, Implementation **About us** **Business Overview** Our **Operations** team collaborates across the business with a strong emphasis on designing solutions, increasing efficiency and reducing operational risks. The team consists of several areas of specialisation including: - Transaction Management & Support - Investment Operations &...

  • Associate Director

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Framework Search & Select Pty Ltd Full time

    Opportunity to be an integral part of this well reputed consultancy - Be a leader when it comes to vision and strategy - Incredible earning potential **Associate Director - Quantity Surveying** **About the role and client** My client are a leading national property and advisory group in Australia, specializing in providing strategic advice and expert...

  • Associate / Associate Director, Direct Lending

    7 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Epsilon Direct Lending Full time

    **Associate / Associate Director, Direct Lending (Private Credit)** - Melbourne Based_ - Permanent / Full time_ - Salary: Competitive_ Epsilon Direct Lending (Epsilon) is an Australian based and focused private credit asset management firm with offices in Sydney and Melbourne. Epsilon is an active middle market corporate direct lender, providing cash flow...

  • Associate Director

    7 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia BTS Full time

    **Associate Director - Management Consultancy (Leadership)** With significant growth ahead, BTS Australia are seeking an exceptional Associate Director to join our team in either Sydney or Melbourne. **Specifics of the Associate Director role** - You have already held a role in professional services or consulting and have 7-10 year’s experience. -...

  • Associate Performance Director

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia GroupM Services Full time

    ABOUT GROUPM GroupM is the leading media investment management company globally, incorporating media agencies including MediaCom, Mindshare, Wavemaker, and Essence, as well as specialist business such as Xaxis, Finecast, Sightline, and INCA. With 800 people across Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, and Adelaide, our primary purpose is to deliver unrivalled...

  • Associate Director

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia NAB - National Australia Bank Full time

    **Work type**: Permanent Full time **Location**: Aust - VIC Metro - **You’re encouraged to experiment and find out where you excel**: - **Use your expertise to drive positive outcomes for NAB and keep the bank safe**: - **Be supported to manage your career, work, and life** **It’s more than a career at NAB. It’s about more opportunity, more moments...

  • Associate Director, Assets

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Department of Transport and Planning Full time

    Location: Melbourne | Parkville Job type: Ongoing - Full Time Organisation: Department of Transport and Planning **Salary**: $182,813 - $248,629 Occupation: Other Reference: 6053 **About the Role** The Associate Director Assets will adopt a risk-based strategic approach to lead the management of the department’s tram assets, including new tram...

  • Associate Director

    1 day ago

    Melbourne, Australia RP Infrastructure Full time

    **About RP Infrastructure** RP Infrastructure (RPI) is one of Australia's leading Project Management and Advisory practices, recognised for delivering complex and high-profile projects across the Public and Private Sector. With a focus on quality and collaboration, we deliver Advisory, Project Management and Asset Management services across the entire...

  • Associate Director-electrical

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Aspect Personnel Full time

    Join a truly innovative team in a Building Services leadership role - Client management, electrical design and coordination experience required - Starting salary: $140k - $180k package - Projects worth over $1 Billion **The Company**: This award winning consultancy is a specialist in their field with particular focus on building technology and innovation....

  • Associate Director/director

    3 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia Evans Petersen Healthcare Full time

    **Well recognised and regarded global pharma company**: - **Flexible work location - Sydney, Melbourne or Canberra**: - **Aspiring Directors welcome to apply** **The Role** **Your Background** To deliver on the required outcomes of this position, you will need to have a background in market access, pricing, reimbursement or health economics. You should...

  • Associate Director

    6 hours ago

    Melbourne, Australia NAB - National Australia Bank Full time

    **Work type**: Permanent Full time **Location**: QLD- Brisbane inner, VIC- Melbourne CBD - **Flex your expertise in the Associate Director role driving FX sales for our SME, Agri or Business customers**: - **Showcase your brand and expertise in FX in this acquisition focussed role**: - **Long term career runway and enabled by NAB to propel your industry...

  • Associate Director, Financial Institutions

    7 days ago

    Melbourne, Australia NAB - National Australia Bank Full time

    **Work type**: Permanent Full time **Pay Level**: Group 4 **Reports to**: Archit Goradia **View Role purpose statement** - **Associate Director, FGT (Financial Institutions, Government & Technology)**: - **Support our specialist Technology portfolio**: - **Fantastic opportunity to continue building your expertise in C&IB** It’s more than a career at...

  • Associate Director, Treasury

    7 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia National Australia Bank Full time

    **Associate Director, Treasury** **Job no**: 792635 **Business unit**: Finance **Primary position location**: 395 Bourke St, Melbourne, VIC **Work type**: Permanent Full time **Region**: VIC- Melbourne CBD - **You're encouraged to experiment and find out where you excel**: - **Work in a collaborative and inclusive team environment**: - **Standout...

  • Associate Director, Implementation

    8 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia IFM Investors Full time

    **About us** **Business Overview** Our **Operations** team collaborates across the business with a strong emphasis on designing solutions, increasing efficiency and reducing operational risks. The team consists of several areas of specialisation including: - Transaction Management & Support - Investment Operations & Client Service - Investment Risk &...