About the Company New Forests is a global investment manager of nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies, with AUD 12 billion (USD 7.7 billion) in assets under management across 4.3 million hectares (10.6 million acres) of investments. We manage a diversified portfolio of sustainable timber plantations and conservation areas, carbon and conservation finance projects, agriculture, timber processing and infrastructure. We aim to generate shared prosperity for our clients and the communities in which we operate and accelerate the transition to a sustainable future.

Headquartered in Sydney, New Forests is a Certified B Corp and operates in Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Africa and the United States.

About the Role This position will play a crucial role in supporting New Forests’ asset management activities across the portfolio in the Australia & New Zealand region. Reporting to the Fund Lead, Australia & New Zealand Landscapes and Forestry Fund, this position will be a valued member of the Asset Management team, responsible for overseeing asset management including valuation review, investor reporting, capital management and acquisition support activities of New Forests and New Agriculture assets in Australia and New Zealand.

Responsibilities Maintain and develop fund level and asset level financial models to inform strategic decision making and valuations.

Support Fund Leads, Asset Managers, Forest Managers, and Valuers in developing asset models by performing appropriate quality assurance processes and ensuring alignment with the intended financial modelling required at the fund level.

Assist in the coordination and management of platform-wide and fund-level analytical projects relevant to the fund's assets.

Support fund performance analysis, cashflow forecasting and capital management activities.

Prepare and deliver investor reporting,



capital call analysis, distribution forecasting, and updates to equity and debt capital participants.

Support asset acquisition and divestment (deal) processes through analysis and transaction evaluation.

Lead and contribute to the modelling of the deal working closely with the Fund Lead and Investment Deal lead.

Support development of training material and documentation for end users of bid model structures.

Support business development team in developing indicative portfolio models to support fundraising.

Contribute to the continual improvement of existing analytics frameworks, and the development and implementation of new modelling tools and structures.

Coordinating and contributing to analytics relating to carbon reporting.

Contributing to the development & review of ANZ valuation standards for forest assets, forest land, and associated assets from analytics viewpoint.

Qualifications Professional experience or tertiary qualifications in either fund and or business financial modelling preferably in natural capital assets (i.e. forestry or agriculture) or forestry and environmental science and/or science.

Strong analytical ability, with demonstrated experience in fund modelling and operational financial data analysis.

Familiarity with core financial modelling concepts including discounted cash flow analysis, financial statements, and internal rate of return, tax and structuring.

Ability to coordinate competing workflows, in a team environment.





An interest (or experience) in using data management tools such as Power BI, XP&A; Platforms.

Excellent time management and organisational skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to build strong relationships and work within a team environment.

A personal interest in sustainable forestry and agriculture, and the role forestry and agriculture play in the broader sustainability solution.

Ability to travel, as required.

Required Skills Strong analytical skills.

Experience in financial modelling.

Excellent communication skills.

Ability to work in a team environment.

Preferred Skills Experience with data management tools.

Interest in sustainable forestry and agriculture. Why and How to Apply What can we offer? We pride ourselves on having a supportive New Forests culture that is inclusive to all, and we would love to learn how you can bring your unique skills and experience to our business.

If you have experience in any of these areas, we encourage you to apply for our roles, even if you only meet some of the criteria. Our environment is busy and supportive, and the team is professional but relaxed. If you join us, you would be joining a growing, fast paced business which is an environmental and sustainable leader in forestry investment.

You will also be working with professionals who are passionate about their work! New Forests is a Certified B Corp and an Equal Chance Employer that values diversity and inclusion.

We offer flexible working arrangements to all employees to support their work/life balance. To apply, please provide your resume and cover letter, explaining your interest and qualifications for the position, in PDF format. Phone calls will not be accepted but you can direct any questions to [email protected].

📌 Fund Analytics, Asset Management (Sydney)
🏢 New Forests
📍 Sydney