Portfolio Manager - Private Equity

Portfolio Manager – Private Equity

Sydney or Brisbane | Institutional Investor | Growth Assets

Australian Retirement Trust (ART) is one of the world's largest superannuation funds, managing over A$375 billion on behalf of more than 2.4 million members. As ART continues to grow its investment capability across Australia and global markets, we're seeking a Portfolio Manager – Private Equity to help shape and manage a high-impact private equity portfolio that delivers strong long-term outcomes for our members.

Working within the Growth Assets team, you'll play a key role in portfolio construction, investment research, manager selection, and the ongoing management of fund and co-investment assets across domestic and international markets. You'll apply your commercial judgement, investment expertise and market insight to identify opportunities, manage risk and support investment decisions that are in the best financial interests of our members.

Key Responsibilities

• Help shape and execute ART's private equity investment strategy across Australian and global markets
• Lead investment research, due diligence, analysis and assessment of private equity opportunities
• Evaluate fund investments and co-investments across a range of sectors and geographies
• Monitor portfolio performance, valuation outcomes, risk exposures and emerging opportunities
• Prepare and deliver investment recommendations, insights and performance reporting to senior stakeholders and governance forums
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, investment managers and industry partners
• Negotiate commercial arrangements and review legal and investment documentation
• Contribute to portfolio construction, optimisation and risk-reward analysis
• Monitor market trends, industry developments and emerging risks across the private equity landscape
• Support governance, compliance and risk management obligations while contributing to strategic initiatives and continuous improvement activities

What We're Looking For

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in finance, investments, commerce, economics or a related discipline
• Approximately 10+ years' experience within private equity or a closely related investment environment
• Strong experience managing complex or high-value investment portfolios
• Advanced investment research, analytical and due diligence capabilities
• Strong understanding of investment markets, regulation, governance and industry trends
• Demonstrated experience assessing investment risk and return across private market opportunities
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence senior internal and external stakeholders
• Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting investment recommendations to executive and governance audiences
• Experience reviewing investment agreements, transaction documentation and legal contracts
• Knowledge of financial modelling, valuation methodologies and portfolio construction principles
• Collaborative approach and ability to contribute positively within a high-performing team
• Exposure to international investment markets will be highly regarded

ART's Culture

ART is committed to helping their members make the most of their money and retire with confidence. They foster a diverse, inclusive and supportive environment where people feel valued, heard and empowered to do their best work.

You'll join a high-performing investment team with access to experienced colleagues, global investment partners and meaningful opportunities to influence investment outcomes at scale. Along the way, you'll benefit from ongoing development opportunities, flexible ways of working, and a culture built on courage, empathy and excellence.

This role offers the opportunity to influence private equity strategy, work alongside leading investment professionals, and help shape investment decisions that support the retirement outcomes of millions of Australians.