Investments Business Analyst

Careers with Impact

More than one million Australians trust HESTA with their money. HESTA is a top-performing industry super fund working for real-world impact. We use our expertise and influence to deliver strong long-term returns while accelerating our contribution to a more sustainable world.

HESTA is also an inspiring and rewarding place to work. That's because what we do makes a difference to the lives of our members. The people who work at HESTA are not only exceptional at what they do, they're focused on living and creating a strong organisational culture. We're an industry super fund dedicated to the people who keep our communities going. People who provide some of the best health, education and community services in the world are HESTA members – and we are proud to serve them.

Bring your authentic and passionate self to this exceptional role #careerswithimpact

We're seeking an experienced Investments Business Analyst to join our dynamic Investment Execution team that consists of Investment Operations, Performance and Risk Attribution and Reporting, Oversight and Investment Data and Systems. This key position focuses on strategic initiatives across Investment Execution and Investment Management aimed at enhancing the way we operate to align with our evolving business.  Working closely with stakeholders to optimise processes and deliver efficient solutions, you will help drive innovation across the Investments team.

In this role, you will lead requirements gathering and analysis with key stakeholders, developing and documenting comprehensive business requirements and process flows and identifying impacts to the current operating model across initiatives. Your expertise will be crucial in facilitating workshops and stakeholder meetings, documenting requirements, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and collaborating on strategic investment execution projects.

About You

The ideal candidate brings a significant track record in project delivery and Business Analysis in the finance industry, preferably in Superannuation, Funds Management, or Investment Administration. You should possess strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, coupled with excellent stakeholder management skills. Demonstrable skills and experience in consulting with senior executives, process mapping, operating model design and good requirement gathering is essential. Your outstanding communication and leadership skills will be vital in this role, as will your proven ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.  Preferably you will have a good understanding of trading life cycles from Front to Back Office.

A tertiary qualification in Business, Finance, or equivalent is required for this position. Additional certifications in Business Analysis, Project Management, or Agile methodologies would be highly regarded. Your personal attributes should include strong business acumen, a results-driven mindset, and an unwavering commitment to continuous learning. The ability to build impactful relationships and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders is crucial for success in this role.

Benefits that matter and make a difference for our employees

•    Leave for those moments that matter, an additional 6 days of leave at the end of year, up to 6 days paid volunteer leave, gender neutral paid parental leave of 20 weeks, Gender Affirmation leave, reproductive health and wellbeing leave, Cultural and Ceremonial leave. Access your LSL after 3 years, take AL at half pay, and purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave (just to name a few).

•    Your Professional development matters, up to $5k per year professional development and up to 8 days professional development leave, HESTA scholarships and free access to a range of premium learning tools.

•    Your health and wellbeing matters, free annual flu shots and skin checks, incredible social events throughout the year and a comprehensive employee assistance program available 24/7.

•    Your financial wellbeing matters, up to 15% super, financial planning support, end of year payment for all Enterprise Agreement-covered employees, incentivised Employee Referral Program and novated lease options.

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures and abilities. We welcome and support applications from First Nations people, physically, neuro or culturally diverse, LGBTQI+, and people of any age. We are proud to be WGEA accredited as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equity. 

We want all candidates to feel safe, included and provided with the best opportunity to thrive, if you require reasonable adjustments during your application or throughout the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of the Talent team and we'll call you to discuss. 

Please note: Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position