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Position Title: |
Assistant Director, Investor Relations |
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Direct Reports: |
2 |
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Reports To: |
Head of Investor Relations |
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Tenure: |
Ongoing |
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Salary: |
$155,317 to $194,146 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation |
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Qualifications: |
A relevant tertiary qualification in finance, economics, or a related discipline is expected; postgraduate qualifications are desirable. |
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Experience: |
Financial markets experience is the highest priority requirement. Specifically, the AOFM is seeking evidence of one or more of the following:
Candidates who have only occupied sustainability, communications, ESG strategy, or policy roles, without direct involvement in market facing activity, are unlikely to meet this requirement. |
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Position and Duty Statement: |
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Applications Close: |
11:59pm AEST; Sunday 31 May 2026 |
Role Overview
The Investor Relations Unit is responsible for the development and delivery of investor relations strategy for the AOFM, with a focus on promoting understanding of the economic and financial environment influencing the Australian Government Securities (AGS) market and the AOFM’s issuance plans (including issuance of Green Treasury Bonds). This includes direct engagement with investors and collaboration with intermediaries to conduct marketing activities, prepare promotional materials, and gather insights into investor preferences and concerns.
The Assistant Director - Investor Relations plays a key role in promoting the AOFM’s debt products and sustainable finance initiatives to domestic and international stakeholders. The role supports and leads investor engagement activities, informing annual issuance strategy, managing external communications and supports the strategic direction of the AOFM through effective communication and stakeholder management.
This is an Executive Level 1 (EL1) appointment reporting directly to the Head of Investor Relations. The role sits within the front office and is responsible for leading the AOFM's sustainable finance function while contributing substantively to the broader investor relations program.
The sustainable finance function was established as part of the AOFM's green bond program, which has now reached a level of maturity. The EL1 position brings together two functions that were previously separate: sustainable finance and investor relations. The incoming appointee will lead a small team of up to two and be expected to operate as the AOFM's subject matter expert on all matters relating to green bonds, sustainability frameworks, and the interface between sustainable finance and debt capital markets.
This is not a communications or brand-focused role. The AOFM requires a technically grounded professional who understands how markets work, how investors think, and how sustainable finance frameworks operate in practice. The successful candidate will be trusted to represent the AOFM to external stakeholders, including investors, Treasury, and international sustainability bodies.
Key Activities
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Lead relationships with financial market intermediaries and key investor groups including in relation to green bond issuance and sustainable finance initiatives.
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Lead implement and review strategies for marketing Australian Government debt products and green bonds.
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Monitor international developments, investor preferences, concerns and market trends to inform AOFM’s investor relations strategy and AOFM’s issuance strategy, including green bonds.
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Liaison with Treasury with respect to the preparation of the annual impact and allocation report, accounting for the allocation of green bond proceeds to eligible Commonwealth government projects. Support the analytical work involved in allocating bond proceeds, working alongside the analyst team on the numbers underpinning impact reporting.
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Maintain and periodically review the AOFM's green bond framework, in conjunction with Treasury, ensuring it remains current with evolving global standards and investor expectations.
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Have a grounded understanding of sustainable finance including, for example, tracking and assessing changes to frameworks including the Green Bond Principles, the Australian Sustainable Finance Taxonomy, and the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (UN PRI) guidelines.
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Respond to investor, internal, and Treasury queries on all matters relating to Australian Government Securities including green bonds, providing technically informed and commercially relevant guidance.
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Participate in domestic and international investor engagement programs, representing the AOFM at investor meetings, roadshows, and conferences, including roadshow co-ordination.
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Prepare speaking notes, Q&A materials, and presentation content for investor-facing activity, including the AOFM's participation at domestic and international forums.
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Work with the Head of Investor Relations and other senior colleagues to plan and execute investor outreach, with travel to both Sydney and Canberra required, and periodic international travel.
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Manage and mentor a team of up to two direct reports, providing guidance on the technical and analytical aspects of Investor Relations, including green bonds.
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Act as a coach and reference point for junior team members, building capability within the team over time.
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Contribute to the collegial, knowledge-sharing culture of the AOFM front office, including assisting colleagues with presentation preparation, Q&A support, and broader investor relations work as required.
Further details are available in the Position and Duty Statement for this role.
How to apply
Derwent Search has been retained by the AOFM to manage this appointment. Applications should be submitted to Derwent and must include:
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A current curriculum vitae.
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A one-page pitch outlining how your skills, experience, and knowledge are relevant to the role.
To apply, please go to www.derwentsearch.com.au and “Search Jobs” where you will find links to submit your application.
Contact officer
Emma Alberici at Derwent Search on ealberici@derwentsearch.com.au or 0419 683 660
