Haere Mai!
We are the Kaitiaki / Guardians of New Zealand Superannuation. We are proud of our Te Whāinga / Our purpose: Sustainable investment delivering strong returns for all New Zealanders. We invest government contributions to the NZ Super Fund, a global investment fund helping to ensure the country can pay for the growing cost of universal superannuation (New Zealand Superannuation) in the future. We also oversee the Elevate Fund, which invests in small, fast-growing New Zealand companies.
At the Guardians there’s an energy, passion and a shared commitment to excellence: in 2022 the NZ Super Fund was named the world’s best-performing sovereign wealth fund. The work is complex, innovative and intellectually stimulating. Sustainable finance, including a commitment to being net zero by 2050, is core to our Mātāpono / way of working.
About the position
The Senior Portfolio Risk Analyst represents an attractive proposition to gain exposure to a unique portfolio of investments. You will be the key subject matter expert in managing and assessing market-facing risks, including credit and liquidity risks. This role demands a blend of technical expertise, market insight, and practical experience in risk environments to support investment strategies.
Key Responsibilities include:
About you
We are interested to engage with candidates who possess a fundamental understanding of credit risk, combined with some (but not necessarily all) of the below skillsets:
In addition to the above technical skills, attributes that will indicate success in the role include:
What we offer
How to apply:
We encourage and welcome applications from people with diverse experience, including applicants interested in discussing flexible work options and those with specific disability needs. As a proudly committed equal opportunity employer, we challenge discrimination and actively work to eliminate bias in our hiring practices. Diversity of experience and diversity of background help us to solve complex problems and deliver on our purpose.
We recognise the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and invest in partnership with a range of Iwi/Māori organisations. We warmly welcome and value Mana Whenua who wish to work with us. We are committed to understanding Te Ao Māori and integrating it into our workplace culture, for the benefit of all future generations in Aotearoa.
Jenny Parker from Convergence is partnering with the Guardians to recruit this role, you are welcome to reach out to me on 027 9137255 for a confidential discussion, or alternatively, please forward your details in strict confidence by clicking 'apply' below.