Responsible Investment Associate

Careers with Impact


More than one million Australians trust HESTA with their money. HESTA is a top-performing industry super fund working for real-world impact. We use our expertise and influence to deliver strong long-term returns while accelerating our contribution to a more sustainable world.


HESTA is also an inspiring and rewarding place to work. That’s because what we do makes a difference to the lives of our members. The people who work at HESTA are not only exceptional at what they do, they’re focused on living and creating a strong organisational culture. We’re an industry super fund dedicated to the people who keep our communities going. People who provide some of the best health, education and community services in the world are HESTA members – and we are proud to serve them.


Bring your authentic and passionate self to this exceptional role #careerswithimpact


At HESTA we believe that investing responsibly is important to long-term value. We recognise the importance of pursuing a growing, sustainable and inclusive economy. By managing systemic risks (such as climate change), integrating responsible investment factors, catalysing innovative investments, and being a ‘gutsy advocate’ for a fair and healthy community, we can deliver strong, long-term returns for our members and help accelerate our contribution to a more sustainable world.


In the role of Responsible Investment Associate you will undertake in-depth research, gather evidence and assess how a range of RI thematics are material to investments across all asset classes. You will identify, source, combine, analyse and interpret qualitative and quantitative RI data and metrics using Excel, PowerBI, Tableau or similar and prepare, monitor and report data sets.


We are seeking two team members to each, respectively, support the implementation of key aspects of HESTA’s Responsible Investment program:

Active Ownership - through planning and attending engagement meetings with company CEOs and Board Members etc and support the proxy voting process for Australian and International Equities including development of voting recommendations for high priority votes and/or
Responsible Investment Integration – support the Portfolio Management team through asset RI Due Diligence and aspects of Fund Manager due diligence, appointment and monitoring. Implementing RI exclusions approach to meet member expectations, HESTA commitments and regulatory requirements.

About You

You will be a Responsible Investment generalist with intermediate knowledge of investments, economic, political and financial systems. Key technical knowledge required includes Responsible Investment issues and how they translate to risks and opportunities for companies and investors. Also, strong knowledge and application of data analysis tools and qualitative research.


You will be able to demonstrate versatility, adaptability, project management and communication skills. Key to success in this role is experience delivering strategic implementation plans and engaging and communicating with a variety of audiences.


Your previous positions could include responsible investment, policy, international relations, macro economics, researcher, investment analyst.

Please specify in your cover letter if and how your capabilities and interest relate primarily to Responsible Investment Integration, Active Ownership or both areas.


Benefits that matter and make a difference for our employees


o Leave for those moments that matter, an additional 6 days of leave at the end of year, up to 6 days paid volunteer leave, gender neutral paid parental leave of 20 weeks, Gender Affirmation leave, reproductive health and wellbeing leave, Cultural and Ceremonial leave. Access your LSL after 3 years, take AL at half pay, and purchase up to 2 weeks additional leave (just to name a few!).


o Your Professional development matters, up to $5k per year professional development and up to 8 days professional development leave, HESTA scholarships and free access to a range of premium learning tools.


o Your health and wellbeing matters, free annual flu shots and skin checks, incredible social events throughout the year and a comprehensive employee assistance program available 24/7.


Your financial wellbeing matters, up to 15% super, financial planning support, end of year payment for all Enterprise Agreement-covered employees, incentivised Employee Referral Program and novated lease options.

We celebrate, value and include people of all backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures and abilities. We welcome and support applications from First Nations people, physically, neuro or culturally diverse, LGBTQI+, and people of any age. We are proud to be WGEA accredited as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equity.


We want all candidates to feel safe, included and provided with the best opportunity to thrive, if you require reasonable adjustments during your application or throughout the recruitment process, please reach out to a member of the Talent team careers@hesta.com.au and we’ll call you to discuss.


Please note: Applications via recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position Read more