Fisher Funds is a leading New Zealand investment manager with a clear purpose: to help Kiwis build greater lifetime savings through smart, active investment management and by sharing our knowledge. We’re proud of our values-led culture and our strong track record – and we’re just getting started.
We’re building New Zealand’s leading Fixed Income team, and we’re looking for a talented and ambitious Investment Analyst to join us. This is an outstanding opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to our investment thinking, generate original insights, and work closely with an experienced and collaborative team.
About the Role
As an Investment Analyst, you will contribute directly to the delivery of active returns through rigorous fundamental research, thoughtful investment recommendations, and clear communication of your insights. You’ll take ownership of the analysis of fixed income securities issued by financial institutions—both domestic and global—across the capital structure, as well as senior and mezzanine asset-backed securities issued in New Zealand and Australia.
You will work alongside the Portfolio Manager and broader investment team to support high-quality decision making, identify new opportunities, and continuously enhance our investment process. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a high-performance environment, values collaboration, and is committed to continuous learning and growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct in-depth fundamental research on fixed income securities issued by New Zealand and global financial institutions, as well as asset-backed securities.
- Generate new investment ideas and present recommendations grounded in sound research and relative value analysis.
- Support portfolio construction with qualitative and quantitative insights.
- Monitor existing investments and provide ongoing analysis to ensure portfolio alignment.
- Communicate market perspectives clearly and effectively across internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to the development of investment policies, processes, and tools.
- Actively participate in the evolution of a high-performance, client-focused culture.
What You’ll Bring
- Demonstrated analytical expertise in fixed income or broader financial markets.
- Strong financial modelling and valuation skills.
- An ability to conduct independent, high-quality research and form well-reasoned investment views.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- A commercial mindset and an eye for identifying opportunities.
- Proactive, self-motivated, and keen to continuously develop your knowledge and capability.
- A team-oriented approach and alignment with Fisher Funds’ values of Ambition, Generosity, Inspiration, and Excellence.
Why Join Us?
At Fisher Funds, we don’t just manage wealth; we help Kiwi secure their futures. Here’s what makes us stand out:
- Wellbeing First: Enjoy Southern Cross Health Insurance and life insurance coverage.
- Grow Your Career: Access professional development opportunities to reach your full potential.
- Enhanced leave: A generous parental leave package, community leave so you can volunteer in a way that is meaningful to you, and birthday leave so you can celebrate with your nearest and dearest.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values support, innovation, and having fun while doing meaningful work.
- Securing your Future: We contribute 4% to you KiwiSaver to ensure you are prepared for the future.
About Fisher Funds:
- Fisher Funds is a leading investment management company in New Zealand with ambitious plans for growth. We manage over $24 billion in funds on behalf of more than 500,000 New Zealanders.
- We have a range of investment products including KiwiSaver schemes, non-KiwiSaver superannuation schemes, an extensive range of retail managed funds, listed investment companies as well as a wholesale offering.
- We’re all about making investing understandable, enjoyable, and profitable for New Zealanders and helping them achieve their investment goals.
- The vibrant and buzzing office is based in Takapuna with a gorgeous deck with 180-degree views of Rangitoto and Takapuna beach!