Senior Manager, Real Assets Direct, Investments

Established in 1988, Rest is one of Australia’s largest profit-to-member superannuation funds.We support nearly two million members, with around $86 billion of funds under management and are recognised as a responsible investment leader. We believe when members understand and engage with their super, they’re more likely to get a better retirement outcome.Everything we do at Rest is underpinned by our values and behaviours, we want to Be Daring, Keep it Simple, Take Action and Have Grit. To put it simply we want our people to thrive and love the work they do.Primary PurposeTo support the Head of Real Assets Direct, managing REST’s portfolio of co-investments and direct assets. You will also assist in implementing key strategic initiatives identified in the Real Assets Direct Strategy.Key Accountabilities/ResponsibilitiesAssist with designing and implementing a comprehensive asset management framework.Assist with enhancing governance practices of asset company boards to ensure compliance and oversight including management of the Non-Executive Director program.  Ongoing monitoring of operational performance of our direct assets and / or co-investments to identify risk mitigation and / or value creation opportunities.Oversee valuation of our direct and co-investment portfolio working alongside our internal valuations team and liaising with external valuers.Management of the infrastructure portfolio with a keen eye on legislative, tax and industry requirements, including the YFYS annual performance test, to ensure compliance and optimize risk-return outcomes.Relationship management with key external stakeholders, including infrastructure partners, portfolio investment companies, investment banks, industry associations, consultants etc.Communication with key stakeholders (e.g. ELT, Rest committees, peers, and asset consultants) providing insightful updates on asset’s performance and the overall asset class landscape.Preparation and presentation of comprehensive submissions to the Private Markets Sub-Committee (and where appropriate the Management Investment Committee), outlining recommendations for add-on opportunities, divestments, key risks etc.Monitor market trends and economic indicators to inform proactive asset management decisions, including capital expenditure, leasing strategies, and potential divestitures or acquisitions.Integration of ESG considerations into investment decisions to reflect Rest’s commitment to sustainability and impact investing.   Contribution to a positive and collaborative work environment, building strong- bonds with the investment team, and all teams that support and contribute to the success of the investment program and the Rest enterprise.