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Vacancy Name

Analyst, Investments

Vacancy No

VN108

Description

New Forests seeks a self-motivated individual for this newly created 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 experience in transactions with 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 flexible style, fantastic communication skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of teams that come together for specific projects.

About New Forests

New Forests is a globally recognized nature-based investment manager specializing in nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies. With over AUD 11 billion and 1.3 million hectares in 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.

Key Responsibilities

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Supporting the Investments team across all investment transactions in Australia and New Zealand, covering forestry, agriculture, carbon and some infrastructure and processing.
2. With guidance and support from the Investments team, accepting responsibility for specific delegated tasks associated with large scale investment transactions.
3. Developing skills in the analysis of potential target investments, ultimately taking responsibility for defined target investments, as your skills are proven.
4. Ownership of the investment pipeline and transaction database on behalf of the investments team.
5. Assisting specific investment research projects that support investment activity on behalf of clients.
6. Leading the development of data analysis, dashboards and other tools designed to better enable the wider team and increase team efficiency.
7.



Leading preparation of regular reports on Investment activity and transactions (e.g. quarterly reports, special client reports).
8. Assisting with Company Secretary, Operations, Analytics and Investor Services Departments, as may be required from time to time.
9. Establishing broad and constructive relationships across New Forests.
10. Maintaining a proactive approach to all Investment Team activities, including debates on target investments, preparation of written material, due diligence processes, and identification of new investment opportunities.

Qualifications, Experience and Strengths

We are looking for candidates with:

1. High levels of initiative, curiosity, and the ability to problem-solve.
2. Experience in the field of forestry or agriculture (highly desirable, but not required).
3. Experience using AI tools to problem-solve and automate tasks (desirable but not required).
4. Relevant undergraduate qualifications.
5. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
6. Excellent Microsoft Office skills including PowerPoint and Excel (particularly financial modelling).
7. Strong time management and organisational skills.
8. Good analytical skills and keen attention to detail.
9. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver projects on time.
10. Ability to build strong relationships and work within a team environment.
11. Ability to think outside the box, contribute to debate, and communicate ideas and suggestions effectively.

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📌 Analyst, Investments (Sydney)
🏢 New Forests
📍 Sydney