Reporting to: Director, Investments, ANZ

New Forests (www.newforests.com) seeks a self-motivated individual for this full-time position. Working within the Investments team focused on Australia and Current Zealand, you will be given broad exposure to investment activity across natural capital investments including forestry, agriculture, carbon and related infrastructure.

This role would suit a recent graduate or those with 1-2 years’ transactions experience and an interest in natural capital investments. To be successful in this role, you will have a calm and orderly approach to uncertain and changing priorities, seek and accept responsibility for defined tasks and will demonstrate an ability to absorb more responsibility over time. You will thrive on working in a team environment towards a common goal, have a versatile style, fantastic communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of teams that come together for specific projects.

New Forests is a globally recognised nature-based investment manager specializing in nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies. With over AUD 10 billion assets under management across diverse sustainable investments, including timber plantations, conservation areas, carbon projects, agriculture and infrastructure, we are committed to generating shared prosperity and accelerating the transition to a sustainable future. As a Certified B Corp, we prioritize high-quality, long-term relationships with our clients and operate across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the United States.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Supporting the Investments Team across all investment transactions (acquisitions and divestments) in Australia and New Zealand, covering forestry, agriculture, carbon, related infrastructure and processing.
- Build financial and valuation models and run ad hoc analysis that directly inform investment decisions.
- Conduct research on companies,



industries, and asset classes to build a deep understanding of the investable universe.
- Assist in preparation of investment memorandums and other transaction documentation for the investment committee, separately managed accounts, and co-investment opportunities.
- Support the investment team in transaction execution from origination to closing
- Own the investment pipeline and transaction database on behalf of the wider team.
- Lead the preparation of investor reporting, including quarterly reports, transaction summaries, and ad hoc client reporting.
- Lead the development of tools to improve team efficiency.

We are looking for candidates with:

- Relevant undergraduate qualifications with strong academic achievement.
- Experience in investment banking, M&A; advisory, private equity, management consulting, or real assets investing.
- Excellent financial modelling and valuation skills with experience applying those in the context of investment analysis (critical).
- A strong understanding of investment theory and valuation principles (critical).
- Excellent reporting skills in PowerPoint, Word, and other formats (critical).
- Experience in forestry, agriculture, private equity, investment banking or real asset investments (desirable but not required).
- Experience using AI tools to problem-solve and automate tasks (desirable but not required).
- Strong analytical skills, high motivation and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written.
- Strong time management and organisational skills.
- Experience using AI tools to problem-solve and automate tasks (desirable but not required).
- Entrepreneurial mindset, contribute to debates, and communicate ideas and suggestions effectively.

New Forests is a Certified B Corp and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusion. We offer flexible working arrangements to all employees to support their work/life balance.

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📌 Analyst, Investments (New South Wales)
🏢 New Forests
📍 New South Wales