Executive Portfolio Manager
Role Overview
Commonwealth Bank's Chief Investment Office is seeking an Executive Portfolio Manager for its global investment team.
The role develops and executes global macro investment strategies, with particular focus on foreign exchange and developed-market interest rates.
The Chief Investment Office manages non-traded market risks, liquid assets, and shareholders' funds within Group Treasury.
Key Skills for This Role
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Role Overview
Commonwealth Bank's Chief Investment Office is seeking an Executive Portfolio Manager for its global investment team.
The role develops and executes global macro investment strategies, with particular focus on foreign exchange and developed-market interest rates.
The Chief Investment Office manages non-traded market risks, liquid assets, and shareholders' funds within Group Treasury.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and express macro investment opportunities across global markets.
- Translate macroeconomic and monetary policy developments into actionable investment strategies.
- Construct and actively manage portfolios to generate sustainable risk-adjusted returns.
- Evaluate portfolio performance, risk exposures, and drivers of return.
- Contribute to investment debate, idea generation, and portfolio strategy.
- Coach and support the development of other investment professionals.
Experience & Capabilities
- Deep experience in global macro trading or active portfolio management.
- Significant expertise across foreign exchange or developed-market interest rates.
- Proven track record of generating alpha through disciplined risk-taking and portfolio management.
- Strong understanding of macroeconomics, central bank policy, and global financial markets.
- Sophisticated portfolio construction and risk management capability.
- Experience translating investment views into trade expression, position sizing, and portfolio decisions.
- Ability to articulate and challenge investment ideas in a collaborative environment.
- Experience in hedge funds, institutional asset managers, proprietary trading environments, or global markets businesses is highly regarded.
Team Context
The Tactical Portfolios & Strategy team identifies and executes investment opportunities across global financial markets.
The team combines macroeconomic research, market expertise, and disciplined portfolio management across asset classes.
Workplace & Support
- The employer describes flexible working options, career development opportunities, and a collaborative culture focused on performance and wellbeing.
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