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Prepare examples of reconciling breaks, tightening a control, or explaining a failed trade under time pressure. Be ready to discuss public-sector accountability, data quality, and how you partner with front/middle office without inventing process details you have not used.
Strong fit if you like precise operational work, policy-aware environments, and Wellington-based office collaboration (role is not remote). Less ideal if you want pure investment decision-making or fully remote markets roles.
As an Investment Operations Analyst in the New Zealand Government in Wellington, a typical day centres on trade and cash settlement checks, reconciling positions and cash, validating valuations and corporate actions, and logging exceptions for clearance with portfolio or treasury teams. Expect documentation for audit and public-sector controls, status updates in shared systems, and coordination with asset managers, custodians, and internal finance stakeholders.
Prioritise settlement and reconciliation workflows, portfolio/trade lifecycle basics, Excel and data validation, and familiarity with investment accounting or custody reports. Build comfort with audit trails, risk flags, and clear written escalation. No formal certification list was supplied for this posting.
The listing marks remote as no; expect Wellington-based government work.
Investment operations work: settlements, reconciliations, valuations support, exception handling, and control documentation—not portfolio strategy itself.
See the overview on Wikipedia’s New Zealand Government page.
Website: govt.nz
The New Zealand Government is the central government through which political authority is exercised in New Zealand. As in most other parliamentary democracies, the term "Government" refers chiefly to the executive branch, and more specifically to the collective ministry directing the executive. Based on the principle of responsible government, it operates within the framework that "the [King] reigns, but the government rules, so long as it has the support of the House of Representatives". The Cabinet Manual describes the main laws, rules and conventions affecting the conduc…
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New Zealand Government — Wellington, Greater Wellington What This Role Involves The Investment Operations Analyst role at ACC, New Zealand's accident insurance scheme, involves supporting a $50 billion multi-asset investment portfolio. You will work closely with experienced investment professionals to ensure the efficient and effective management of this significant asset base. Responsibilities Supporting the active management of a large-scale investment portfolio Working alongside experienced investment professionals in a collaborative environment Gaining hands-on experience and contributing to the growth of your career in investment operations Requirements A relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent work experience in finance, accounting, or a related field Demonstrated ability to analyze financial data and make informed decisions Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working collaboratively within a team A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous learning and professional development About the Company ACC is New Zealand's accident insurance scheme, dedicated to preventing injuries and assisting New Zealanders in their recovery if they experience an accident. To support its mission, ACC's Investments Group actively manages a $50 billion investment portfolio, ensuring that it can meet the financial needs of its members. Ready to Apply? To apply for this exciting opportunity, complete your application directly on this page. If you encounter any issues or are redirected, please finish submitting your application through ACC's official job application platform. Your journey towards a rewarding career in investment operations begins here! To apply, complete your application directly on this page, or you'll be redirected to the employer's application platform to finish submitting there.
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