Investment Operations Analyst

• Support a $50bn multi-asset investment portfolio

• Work alongside experienced investment professionals

• Build your investment operations career

About us | Mō mātou

ACC is New Zealand’s accident insurance scheme, which helps prevent injuries and gets New Zealanders back to everyday life if they have an accident. To help meet the cost of injury claims, ACC’s Investments Group actively manages a $50 billion multi-asset class investment portfolio that is designed to offset the future cost of accidents that have already occurred. The majority of assets in the portfolio are managed by a team in New Zealand and are invested across listed and unlisted assets both here and across the globe.

You can find more about ACC and the work we do at www.acc.co.nz.

About the role | Mō te tūranga mahi

We have an exciting opportunity for an Investment Operations Analyst to join ACC's Investments Group based in Wellington. Supporting the effective operation of ACC's $50 billion multi-asset investment portfolio, you'll play a critical role in ensuring investment activities are executed accurately and efficiently. Your work will help provide Portfolio Managers with the information and operational support they need to make informed investment decisions that deliver long-term value for New Zealanders.

Key responsibilities include:

• Performing trade matching with counterparties and delivering settlement instructions to ACC's custodian.

• Conducting cash and stock reconciliations across multiple systems and data sources.

• Identifying, investigating and resolving settlement issues in a timely manner.

• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives that enhance operational efficiency while maintaining strong internal controls.

• Providing accurate and timely information to Portfolio Managers to support decision-making.

• Building and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity to further develop your investment operations expertise within a high-performing team. You'll work alongside experienced Analysts and Senior Analysts, building your knowledge across a diverse range of asset classes while contributing to the ongoing success of one of New Zealand's largest investment portfolios.

A competitive base salary is on offer for this role plus a potential incentive (linked to achievement of objectives) and a range of other ACC employee benefits.

About you | Mōu

We're open to considering candidates from a range of experience levels who can demonstrate a strong foundation in investment operations, financial markets or a related financial services environment.

You are naturally curious, detail-oriented and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy and collaboration are critical. You'll be comfortable building relationships with a wide range of stakeholders and have the confidence to ask questions, challenge assumptions and contribute to continuous improvement.

We’re looking for someone with:

• Investment product knowledge and an interest in financial markets.

• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve issues effectively.

• The ability to prioritise competing demands and recognise when urgent action is required.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across a range of stakeholders.

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team while also taking ownership of your individual responsibilities.

• A growth mindset and a genuine willingness to learn, develop and continuously improve.

• A tertiary qualification in Finance or a related discipline is preferred.

• Experience using Bloomberg is preferred.

Working at ACC | Mō ACC

At ACC, we embrace the rich tapestry of Aotearoa New Zealand’s cultures and are dedicated to providing equitable opportunities. We know that a diverse and inclusive team helps us meet the needs of our customers, and we encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, ethnicity, national origin, gender identity, age, and those with diverse abilities. It is important to us that people are free to be themselves at work. Here are some ways we encourage that: 

• Employee networks to support our colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

• The option to explore flexible working that suits your needs and ours.

How to apply | Me pēhea te tuku tono

Please attach your CV and cover letter telling us why you would be a great fit and what strengths you would bring to the role. Applications will run through to 5pm on Wednesday 5 September, however if an ideal candidate is found we may progress screening and interviewing sooner.

Applications can only be accepted through the ACC Career Website. For accessibility support or pātai (questions), email [email protected] quoting the Job Identification number in the Job Info section.