2022 Graduate Investment Analyst (Start ASAP)

We’re looking for a recent graduate to join our high performing, inclusive and diverse team which adds value through innovative research, careful analysis and capable execution to develop tailored investment solutions for our clients.  The role sits within our advisory team which makes up the core of our client engagement in Australia.  The role gives exposure to all our content and technical functions, including working with the manager and asset class research, investment strategy and portfolio construction, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) and sustainability research as well as business strategy and governance. 

The role provides an excellent foundation to the investment industry and allows engagement with clients, asset managers and industry bodies.

The Role:

• Working with senior analysts and consultants to provide high-quality investment advice to large institutional clients, including superannuation funds, redundancy and long service leave schemes, private wealth, endowments and foundations
• Engage with various industry participants including fund executives and investment managers
• Develop technical knowledge of investment across asset classes, Willis Towers Watson investment processes, other house views and best practice
• Assist in drafting reports for clients on a range of different investment topics which include asset class reviews, investment manager selection, investment strategy, ESG and portfolio construction
• Build strong relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams
• Support other team members in carrying out quantitative analysis, assisting in the construction and delivery of client reports and contributing to a collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Establish and develop professional relationships with clients
• Liaise with members of the wider investment team (both locally and offshore) in order to gain the necessary information to provide value-adding solutions to clients
• Co-ordinate the workflow of client assignments, which includes timely escalation of any issues to consultants
• Support achievement of our team’s financial goals by working efficiently and identifying and raising with colleagues any process improvement suggestions

The Requirements:

• A university degree in an area that has helped you develop your analytical and communication skills, such as commerce, finance, science, engineering or arts
• A natural affinity with people and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to work on multiple tasks simultaneously
• The ability to utilise your written and verbal communication skills to formulate and present recommendations clearly and concisely
• Attention to detail and integrity in the work you perform
• Strong ability to balance lateral thinking with pragmatism in order to solve problems
• Strong analytical skills, objective thought processes and strong numeracy
• A strong desire to develop a career in investment
• Commitment to completing the further relevant studies, such as CFA or actuarial qualifications (for which Willis Towers Watson provides generous support)
• Competency in Microsoft Excel will be highly regarded

It is essential to provide a cover letter outlining your interest in this role and a copy of your most recent academic transcript.  Candidates must have either Australian or New Zealand citizenship or an appropriate permanent working visa.

At WTW, we believe that a culture of inclusion and diversity is critical to our business. It's not a separate initiative – rather it’s fundamental to everything we do. We are an equal opportunity employer who is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment and embracing diversity including gender, nationality, disability, age, marital/parental status, ethnicity, gender identity and sexual orientation. We welcome applications from people from all backgrounds.

In the spirit of reconciliation, WTW acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respect to their Elder past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.