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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailLocation: Sydney
Type: Permanent full time
Hybrid role happy to talk flexible working
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The Opportunity
Newly created role focused on delivering actionable risk insights to support the construction and management of the investment portfolio.
Key contributor to portfolio optimisation and Asset Liability Management.
Opportunity to shape risk monitoring and communication for the first line risk function.
Your New Role
Take ownership in a newly created high-impact role where your risk insights will directly shape QBEs investment strategy. Youll deliver actionable analysis for portfolio optimisation drive smarter decision-making and transform risk monitoring and communication.
Collaborate with senior stakeholders influence risk governance and use advanced modelling tools to perform scenario analyses that make a real difference.
Key Duties
Deliver actionable risk insights for Portfolio Optimisation portfolio construction and Asset Liability Management processes.
Monitor and report accurately on portfolio risk exposures communicating regular and timely updates from a first line perspective.
Support the maintenance and validation of risk and capital models as required.
Contribute to risk-related governance including contributing to the design and evolution of risk appetites and frameworks.
Identify key investment themes (opportunities and risks) to perform bespoke scenario analysis using modelling tools across instantaneous and through-time shock and recovery scenarios communicating insights/recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Manage stakeholders relating to portfolio risk particularly in the context of first- and second-line risk interactions.
The recruitment process will consist of 2-3 stages of interviews psychometric assessment and background checks.
About You
You are passionate about markets with a deep understanding of investment risk. With a strategic and analytical mind you thrive when solving complex investment problems. You are skilled at simplifying complex analysis into easily communicated and actionable insights to influence portfolio decisions and are a confident collaborator with stakeholders across all levels. When considering risk you are balanced and pragmatic and are able to think from a first and second line perspective across short and long-term time horizons.
Key Criteria
Strong understanding of investment risk management particularly in an asset management context.
Demonstrated strong interest in investments and financial markets.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to communicate complex risk insights clearly and effectively.
Experience with scenario analysis and risk reporting tools.
Strong stakeholder management skills particularly across first and second line risk functions.
About QBE
We can never really predict whats around the corner but at QBE were asking the right questions to enable a more resilient future helping those around us build strength and embrace change to their advantage. Were an international insurer thats building momentum towards realising our vision of becoming the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
And our people will be at the centre of our success. Were proud to work together and encourage each other to enable resilience for our customers our environment our economies and our communities. With more than 13000 people working across 26 countries were big enough to make a real impact but small enough to provide a friendly workplace where people are down-to-earth passionate and kind.
We believe this is our moment what if it was yours too Your career at QBE lets make it happen!
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
Hybrid Working a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Life Leave supporting the life events we all experience leaving your annual leave for rest
Free holistic wellbeing coaching nutritional confidential counselling financial and legal advice
18 weeks gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents including paid super
Voluntary super contributions and company matching
Income protection insurance & reimbursed Death and Total Permanent Disability insurance premiums
A range of discounts on insurance products car hire hotels goods and services
Rewards & Recognition
We value our employees experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our program
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
2021 LinkedIn Top Employer & HRD Employer of Choice
2020 Best Workplace Diversity & Inclusion and Excellence Award for Best Health & Wellbeing at the Australian HR Awards
Platinum employer on the Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) the definitive national benchmark on LGBTQI workplace inclusion
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
Family Friendly Workplace accredited employer since 2021
Apply Now
APPLY NOW and lets make it happen!
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QBE recognise the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at
Skills:
Analytical Thinking Capital Models Communication Critical Thinking Financial Analysis Intentional collaboration Investments Analysis Managing performance Risk Analysis Risk Assessments Risk Governance Risk Management Risk Reporting Scenario Analysis Stakeholder ManagementApplication Close Date: 29/09/2025 11:59 PMHow to Apply:
To submit your application click Apply and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Required Experience:
Manager
Full-Time