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**Investment Analyst - Alternatives**: Support Office of the CIO in managing $60bn private banking portfolio. Analyze hedge funds, private equity, and alternative investments across global markets. Minimum 3-5 years of analytical experience in investment markets, strong data analysis skills (Bloomberg, FactSet, Morningstar, Python). Permanent, full-time mid-level role.

Compensation: Not specified
City: Sydney
Country: Australia

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Investment Analyst - Alternatives | Office of the CIO

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Sydney

Job ID

24731

Date

20-Oct-2026

Permanent - Full time, Mid-level

Job category

Retail Banking, Wealth Management

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We are looking for an investment analyst interested in the world outside listed equities and fixed interest, and driven to deliver superior outcomes to a demanding and discerning set of clients. Join the Office of the CIO and help shape the investment strategy for Macquaries Private Bank portfolios, which have $60bn under management. You will work within our Investment Strategy team to support manager research, diligence and recommendations across hedge funds, private equity, and other areas of Alternative investments.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, youre empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

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In this role, you will support the Head of Alternatives develop the suite of Alternative products and strategies we make available to our Private Bank. You will conduct diligence on new strategies, monitor performance of existing exposures, and support the ongoing evolution of our portfolio of best ideas.

You will conduct deep-dive investment research into asset classes, strategies, and managers, your analysis will directly shape our investment menu and client portfolios. You will collaborate with the team to improve our processes, our insights, and how we deliver those to our Private Bankers and clients.

What you offer

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3-5 years of prior experience in an analytical role, with experience in investment markets or manager assessment and selection preferred.
A tertiary qualification in finance, investments, statistics or a related discipline.
Strong analytical capability, with the ability to think through investment strategies from first principles and cut through marketing and sales messages to get to the heart of an investments likelihood of success.
High attention to detail and ability to produce well-structured written material.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with the adaptability and resilience to adjust priorities in a fast-paced environment. Willingness to question and improve processes and drive efficiency in output.
Strong data analysis skills; experience with Bloomberg, FactSet, Morningstar, Python or portfolio analytics tools would be highly regarded.
Demonstrated progress toward, or completion of, postgraduate investment qualifications, such as a CFA, is highly regarded.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

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At Macquarie, youre empowered to shape a career thats rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include:

1 wellbeing leave day per year
Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year
Up to 20 weeks paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks paid leave for non-primary caregivers
2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
Up to 12 months gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks paid leave
Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations
Access to a wide range of salary packaging options
Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About Banking and Financial Services

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Banking and Financial Services is our technology-driven retail bank. You will be part of a team that supports clients to achieve their full potential - whether thats buying a home, growing a business or investing to manage wealth.

Inclusion at Macquarie

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We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.

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Investment Analyst - Alternatives | Office of the CIO

Additional office locations

Sydney

Job ID

24731

Date

20-Oct-2026

Permanent - Full time, Mid-level

Job category

Retail Banking, Wealth Management

Apply now