Investment Manager

This role is based in San Francisco

Who we are:  Ko Te Taurapa Tūhono tēnei

New Zealand Trade & Enterprise (NZTE) is a New Zealand government agency with a core purpose: growing companies internationally - bigger, better and faster for the good of New Zealand.

We are based in 54 offices around the world. We work in 42 International markets and have 200 private-sector partners, as well as a global network including thousands of business connections, influencers, and friends of New Zealand.

What you will be doing: Te whakamahere

The successful candidate will work with New Zealand teams to originate, support, add value and drive investment deals to completion. This requires a global corporate culture mind-set and the behavioural competencies to be a trusted advisor to American and New Zealanders alike.  

You will continue to develop a network of relevant American investors, deepening relationships with existing contacts and identify new investors, and identify areas of interest of in-market investors and venture capital networks in the US. You will play a key role in evaluating New Zealand’s strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities applicable to American investors in an international context and use this insight to shape investment models and opportunities.  

You will work with the Investment Director to build a specific country strategy, developing a pipeline of investment opportunities, and converting these leads into successful investment outcomes that attract foreign direct investment to New Zealand.

For further information please see: Investment Manager Position Description.

What you will need to be successful: Ō Pūkenga 

We are looking for talented, commercially driven people who are collaborative, customer-centric and results focused.

For this role, we are looking for an experienced Investment Manager to take deals to the American market, promote New Zealand as an investment destination, and advise American investors on opportunities that New Zealand can offer, through identifying and providing strategic introductions and market analysis and research.  You will have a depth of knowledge about financial markets and the American investment landscape and have the networking skills to develop trusted advisor relationships.  

We’re a small team so you’ll need to thrive on variety, be willing to support your team members when needed, and have a natural alignment to the NZTE organizational culture.

CFA or CPA is a preference not a requirement for this role. A qualification in finance or related discipline is essential along with experience in investor relations and investor capital.

Why you will love working here: Nau mai ki Te Taurapa Tūhono  

In the North American team, culture is our superpower and we work hard to ensure everyone is thriving here.  If you want to make a real difference, then New Zealand Trade and Enterprise Investment could be the place for you.  

For more information on life at NZTE please view: Grow you. Grow New Zealand at NZTE.

NZTE currently operates in a hybrid working environment.

What’s next: Te ara ki tua 

Apply now, letting us know how the role appeals to you in your cover letter or in your resume.

Applications for this role close Tuesday 26th November at 11:59pm.

You must have the legal right to work in the US via a green card or US citizenship to apply for this role, we are unable to accept any other type of work authorization. 

Indicative salary range for this role is between approximately $162,000 - $216,000 per annum, dependent on skills and experience (inclusive of a metallic platinum medical insurance plan, including dental and vision coverage).

New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) is an equal opportunity employer. At NZTE it is all about our people and we seek diversity of though; we welcome and encourage you to apply regardless of ethnicity, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, neurodiversity or disability. If we need to make specific accommodations in any part of the interview process, please note this in your application.

Salary : $162,000 - $216,000