Portfolio Manager, Australian Equities
Sydney, NSW, Australia Hybrid
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About the role
Established in 1988, Rest is one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member superannuation funds. We support more than two million members, with around $100 billion of funds under management and are recognised as a responsible investment leader*. We believe when members understand and engage with their super, they’re more likely to get a better retirement outcome. Everything we do at Rest is underpinned by our values and behaviours, we want to Be Daring, Keep it Simple, Take Action and Have Grit. To put it simply we want our people to thrive and love the work they do. With a long-term investment philosophy and a focus on creating sustainable value, we're looking for an experienced investment professional to join our Australian Equities team and contribute directly to generating superior outcomes for millions of Australians. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a high-performing investment team where rigorous research, independent thinking and disciplined decision making are at the centre of everything we do.
What you'll bring
- You are an experienced investor with a passion for markets and a proven ability to uncover high-quality investment opportunities.
- Candidates from finance, economics, accounting, engineering and science are welcome, as are candidates from the humanities, law and other unconventional backgrounds.
- a demonstrated record of excellence in the candidate's chosen field is the central requirement.
- Typically five or more years of relevant experience in public equities, investment research, a corporate or industry role, or an adjacent field that has developed transferable investment judgement.
- Demonstrated track record of generating investment ideas that added value, supported by clear attribution and an ability to explain decisions, mistakes and lessons.
- Advanced fundamental research skills across accounting, financial modelling, valuation, scenario analysis, management assessment, industry structure and competitive advantage.
- Strong evidence of primary-research intensity and resourcefulness, including the ability to build trusted relationships, ask incisive questions, visit assets and develop non-consensus insight ethically
- CFA, CA/CPA or a relevant postgraduate qualification is desirable