Investment Analyst

At AIA we do things differently to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. That difference starts with every individual at AIA. We provide an environment and culture that helps our people live well and enjoy a meaningful life, at work and at home. We’re serious about helping people live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by encouraging them to make positive lifestyle changes one step at a time. If you want to make a healthy difference everyday - for yourself and others - then we want to hear from you.

The Opportunity:

The investment analyst supports the implementation of portfolio decisions, risk reviews, budget analysis, legal document management as well as general administrative & operational matters. This is full time permanent roles, and we are accepting applications from Melbourne. Other locations may be considered with the right experience.  

To do this successfully you will:

• Assist in the preparation of a range of investment reporting including credit exposure, ALM and investment performance reports, both for the IM Team and a range of local and Group functions (Risk, Finance, Actuarial).
• Co-ordinate the production of key Investment Committee reports and other risk management reporting for stakeholders across AIAA and AIANZ.
• Administration of the Investment Committee and other investment decision making bodies
• Provide trade support to the front office investment team.
• Liaison with middle and back-office teams on trade settlement, reporting and the implementation of projects to improve reporting and operating efficiencies.
• Assist in the preparation and maintenance of the annual budget, LTIRA reviews and other financial models including liaison with relevant stakeholders.
• Support investment-related risk control reviews and the management of legal documents and contracts.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties periodically assigned by the GM Direct Investments and the Investment team to meet reasonable operational needs.

Successful Applications Will Have:

• Degree qualification in Business, finance or related discipline is essential. Progression towards attaining post graduate qualification such as the CFA charter or equivalent qualification will be viewed favourably
• Keen interest in financial markets and a curiosity about the dynamics of investment markets with a focus upon the Australasian bond market.
• Strong analytical numerical and financial modelling skills
• Familiarity with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required and experience in building, running and auditing of models in Excel or other systems would be highly regarded.
• Experience with the Blackrock Aladdin and Bloomberg trading systems (PORT, AIM, MARS) would be viewed favourably but is not essential.
• Applicants should possess strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and be able to work under tight deadlines.
• Demonstrate an ability to influence outcomes by developing strong professional relationships.

Why Choose Aia:

At AIA, we’ve made a promise to help people live healthier, longer, better lives. And it starts with our own people.

• Access our training and development to build on your current skills
• Career development through internal mobility opportunities
• Work for a business helping millions of Australians and make a difference to someone’s life everyday
• Access additional leave days a year to recharge and refresh yourself
• Enjoy wonderful Health and Wellbeing initiatives that support you
• Work with supportive and inclusive managers

At AIA Australia, we’re proud to help guide, support and protect the wellbeing of over 3.5 million Australians. As part of the AIA Group - the largest independent publicly listed pan-Asian life insurance group – it is our ambition to engage one billion people to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives by 2030. 

Lots of companies like to say they’re different. What makes us truly different at AIA, is the difference we make in people’s lives. We are proud that this difference has been recognised in the 2024 ANZIIF awards by being named Life Insurance Company of the Year

AIA Financial Services is a subsidiary of AIA Australia.

AIA is different. Are you?

If you want to be part of an organisation that helps people live better every single day, apply via the link.