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TCorp provides best-in-class investment management, financial management, solutions and advice to the New South Wales (NSW) public sector. With A$110 billion of assets under management, TCorp is a top 10 Australian investment manager and is the central borrowing authority of the state of NSW, with a balance sheet of A$169 billion. It is rated Aaa (Stable) by Moody's, AAA (Stable) by Fitch, and AA+ (Stable) by S&P.
Job description:
6 month contract - Investment Analyst, Portfolio Construction
TCorp's Investment Management division constructs and manages client-centric investment portfolios for the NSW Government family. Through careful engagement with our clients, understanding their needs and bringing together our investment beliefs and comparative advantages, we deliver appropriately designed solutions. This results in the best possible risk adjusted performance for our clients.
Portfolio Construction (PC) has a six month contract opportunity for an Investment Analyst to join the team providing diversified portfolio investment research and analytical support to the Senior Portfolio Manager. The Investment Analyst will be expected to further develop the internal investment capability and knowledge of the PC team through advanced quantitative research, analysis, modelling, internal process improvement and other value add activities.
Key capabilities required to be considered include:
• Intermediate use of quantitative models, excel workbooks and one or more programming languages.
• Sound analytical and quantitative skills with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Client focussed mentality with strong problem-solving and collaboration skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) with investment teams, senior management and external parties (including clients).
• Evidence of quantitative portfolio modelling.
• Initiation and research to support client specific needs and portfolio risk management.
• Ability to take direction and work independently as well as in a team.
• Experience in analysis or management of Credit and Fixed Income investments (advantageous).
TCorp would like to hear from candidates with tertiary education in mathematics, statistics, actuarial, econometrics, engineering, computer science, applied quantitative finance or other quantitative disciplines and two to five years' experience in the investment industry. A strong quantitative background, including experience with Python and/or other quantitative programming languages, and experience with handling large sets of data in Excel is essential.
At TCorp we actively collaborate with our stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and the state of NSW. We aim to build an inclusive culture so we can benefit from each employee's unique perspective and contribution. We also understand the importance of flexible working and we support our people to balance their commitments and thrive both professionally and personally.
Applications close on 31 March 2024.
Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as applications will be assessed as they are received, and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Please note the closing date is subject to change.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please get in touch with the Talent Acquisition team at ******@tcorp.nsw.gov.au
Please submit your application via our careers portal and include a cover letter setting out how your background and capabilities align to our selection criteria and how this role fits with your career goals. Please also note your salary expectations in the relevant section of the portal. No agency candidates please.
