Description About Us Owned by industry superannuation funds. Inspired by their members. We are a leading global institutional investment manager driven to make a positive difference. Our investment capabilities include infrastructure equity and debt, private credit, real estate and listed equities. Our purpose is to invest, protect and grow the long-term retirement savings of working people. We believe healthy returns depend on healthy economic, environmental and social systems - and these are evolving on a scale never experienced before. As a global investment manager, our aim is to deliver superior long-term returns for like-minded institutional investors. Today, our investors collectively manage the retirement savings of over 160 million working people. With AU$263.6 billion invested on behalf of 814 institutional investors (at 31 October 2025), we are working together to create a better future. For more information, visit ifminvestors.com . The Opportunity At IFM, you’re not just part of an investment company – but an invested one. We see the work we do as the chance to take sustainable, responsible steps forward for millions of people around the world. So, we have made sure to create a workplace that’s inclusive, accountable and collaborative. Where you’re given the opportunities to make a meaningful contribution and grow your skills. All while feeling valued and supported for who you are and what you bring to the team. Along with the chance to make a meaningful, positive difference from day one, we offer a competitive salary and generous leave entitlements. Our hybrid and flexible approach can vary by team and role, it is built around trust. We encourage our people to manage their work life rhythm in a way that works best for them and their teams. The Role The Director, Owner Investment Programmes will play a key role in advancing IFM’s Owner Strategy, which seeks to encourage active ownership and build greater mutual strategic support among IFM and the 16 profit-to-member superannuation and pension funds who own IFM and are the custodians of the retirement savings of over 25 million people. This role will orchestrate collective investment programmes involving the industry superannuation funds who are IFM’s owners, integrating thematic opportunities and public sector priorities, and develop frameworks that connect owner objectives to IFM’s product development, client solutions, deal origination, asset management, and policy advocacy capabilities. The position requires innovation, thought leadership, and strong stakeholder engagement to co-create investment strategies with owners. Your Background and Experience 10 years of experience in institutional investment (superannuation or pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, public finance institutions, or similar long-term diversified and purposeful fiduciary investors), emphasising portfolio construction, investment governance, programmatic investment, or consortium building. Degree in a relevant field such as finance, mathematics, actuarial studies, or law; graduate degree desirable, CFA desirable. Proven ability in investment stakeholder engagement and synthesis of complex perspectives. Demonstrated experience in developing investment strategies and constructing portfolios or initiatives aligned to organisational objectives, investment opportunities, and shared priorities. Proven capability in developing and maintaining programmatic investment models. Experience designing, implementing, or managing monitoring and reporting frameworks for investment programs. Ability to incorporate public policy developments and stakeholder preferences into investment strategies. Strong capacity for innovation, including developing new frameworks that support investment decision‑making and policy alignment. Ready to invest in what matters? With IFM, that includes your own career. Visit ifminvestors.com/careers to find out more. IFM Investors is committed to promoting an inclusive culture where all employees are valued and recognised for their unique qualities, backgrounds, and perspectives. We champion all groups regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, or family status. We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us if you require specific support at any stage of the recruitment process at Careers&64;ifminvestors.com
