Be curious. 

At First Sentier Investors, curiosity is at the heart of all we do. It shapes our investment philosophies, guides our investment processes and drives our distinctive, research-driven approach to investment management.

Our vision is to be a provider of world-leading investment expertise and client solutions, led by our responsible investment principles.

Our purpose is to deliver sustainable investment success for the benefit of our clients, employees, society and the shareholder.

Our philosophy and culture brings together independent teams of active, specialist investors who share a common to responsible investment principles, aligned by our shared values of Care, Collaboration, Openness and Dedication: 

• We care about our clients society and each other
• We are open with each other and to different ways of thinking
• We collaborate to deliver the best solutions
• We are dedicated to being experts in our respective fields

Our teams together across multiple global markets, with over 1000 employees collaborating to achieve our vision. We are stewards of over A$230 billion in assets on behalf of institutional investors, pension funds, wholesale distributors, investment platforms, financial advisers and their clients worldwide.

As a standalone asset manager, we offer investment capabilities covering equities, fixed income, infrastructure and real estate through First Sentier branded investment teams, as well as independently branded groups FSSA Investment Managers, Igneo Infrastructure Partners, Realindex Investments and Stewart Investors. 

To learn more, visit our website or read our insights on LinkedIn.

As a values-led organisation, we are committed to caring for our people, our clients and society, and as long-term investors, we know that the decisions we make today impact communities today, tomorrow and years from now. 

Responsible Investment is at the core of how we operate as a business and allocate capital, and we are committed to transparency and accountability regarding our performance in this area.

Employee discounts

First Sentier Investors staff and their families have access to ‘Central Perks’, providing discounts across a number of retailers including JB HiFi, Dan Murphys, Coles, Myer, Apple, The Iconic and many more!

Wellness

We are committed to fostering an inclusive culture underpinned by our values, and offering wellness support is just one way we bring our values to life, especially our value of Care. 

We offer access to bi-annual health screenings, 2 days wellness leave and flu vaccinations annually. 

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How does our Program work?

The Early Careers program commences in February 2023 and runs for 18 months. As part of our program, you will have:  

• Access to a leading global asset manager in an exciting new growth phase, working with teams across all disciplines and regions 
• Global collaboration and international mobility opportunities to follow your curiosity across different markets  
• Industry-leading benefits, including flexible working, wellness benefits and an equal parental leave program offering 18 weeks’ paid leave in every region 
• Access to staff-led donation-matching and paid volunteering days, through our corporate philanthropy program which actively supports communities where we live and invest 
• Learning and development opportunities, including mentoring, access to our Sustainably Curious ESG program and other external programs 

You will be partnered with a team in your respective disciplines and the responsibilities will be dependent on the team you will be working with. Your manager will agree deliverables and goals for your role and you will be embedded in your team from day one.

At the end of the 18 months, those graduates who demonstrate high performance and make a significant impact will be offered permanent positions either with your program team or within other areas of the organisation. 

To apply for our Early Careers Program, select all roles of interest and complete the application form. As part of the application process, you will need to provide:  

• A cover letter, telling us what you can bring to the First Sentier Investors team and how we can help you with your career aspirations  
• Your resume, outlining your qualifications and any relevant previous work experience   
• Your most recent academic transcript 

If you are currently completing a second or postgraduate degree, please include transcripts from your previous degree as part of your application. 

Following a review of your application by the recruitment team, successful candidates will:  

1. Submit a video interview for review by the recruitment team 
2. Complete a profile assessment which consists of 5 short online games that look at different elements of your cognitive, emotional, and social traits.  
3. Attend an assessment centre to complete a case study relevant to the role, followed by panel interviews with the hiring managers and team representatives
4. Undergo a reference check prior to an offer 

Eligibility criteria

Eligible candidates must: 

• Have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in the past three years, or be due to complete a degree prior to commencement 
• Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or Australian permanent resident at the time of application.

Temporary visa holders are not eligible for our programs.  

As long-term investors, we know that the investment decisions we make today impact communities in the future. While each of our investment teams has its own distinct investment process, they all share a commitment to responsible investment.

For more information and resources on our commitment to responsible investment, visit our Responsible Investment website at https://www.firstsentierinvestors.com.au/au/en/individual/responsible-investment.html

First Sentier MUFG Sustainable Investment Institute

The First Sentier MUFG Sustainable Investment Institute provides research on topics to advance sustainable investing.

Launched in May 2021, the Institute is a joint collaboration between First Sentier Investors and MUFG, who work with global research groups, consultants and academics to examine Environmental, Social and Governance issues and better understand how our investment practices can lead to a more sustainable world.

For more information, visit the First Sentier MUFG Sustainable Investment Institute website. 

First Foundation and Volunteering Leave

The First Foundation is our philanthropic entity, a global foundation established to make a difference to the local communities where our staff live and work.  

We promote charitable time and giving in the areas of Education, Environment and Social Welfare. The Foundation may also support other charitable giving promoted by staff or required by natural disaster.

All staff have access to a donation matching program and three paid days per calendar year to volunteer with a community-based organisation, charity or not-for-profit.

First Sentier Investors is committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable culture where diversity can thrive. We believe this leads to better outcomes for our people, our clients and society and above all, we believe it’s the right thing to do. 

We consider all aspects of diversity and are focused on improving diversity within our own firm, as well as advocating for change externally, both across our industry and in our wider society. We believe that diversity can only be achieved in an inclusive and equitable environment.

At First Sentier Investors, we want you to “Be You”.

Hear from our people around the world on what Diversity, Equity & Inclusion means to them. 

Financial Services Council Women in Investment Management Charter Commitment

In August 2021, we have become an inaugural signatory to the Financial Services Council Women in Investment Management Charter (WIM Charter), in Australia. 

The WIM Charter’s purpose is to help improve gender diversity in investment management, through the introduction of additional accountability and transparency mechanisms to enable organisations to achieve their desired, self-nominated, gender diversity target. 

As part of our commitment, we are publicly announcing that we have set a target for women to represent at least 40% of our investment management staff by 2033.