Equity Portfolio Manager

About the Opportunity

CSIRO plays a critical role in translating world-class research into societal, economic, and environmental benefit for Australia. An important element of this work is managing a portfolio of equity investments arising from commercialization activities, strategic partnerships, and technology-based ventures.

We are seeking an experienced Equity Portfolio Manager to join a small, specialist team responsible for managing and enhancing CSIRO's Equity Portfolio. This highly visible role works closely with portfolio company leadership teams, CSIRO-appointed nominee directors, researchers, and diverse external stakeholders to maximize the value and impact of CSIRO's investments.

You will apply your strong expertise in equity transactions, investment management, and valuation principles to support portfolio performance, provide strategic advice, and contribute to the development of future investment opportunities.

Your high-level duties will include:

• Monitoring portfolio company performance, including operational developments, capital raising activities, and progress against key strategic and commercial milestones.
• Managing shareholder-related matters, including the preparation of briefing papers and review of documentation required to support recommendations for decision-makers.
• Supporting CSIRO-appointed nominee directors in the execution of their responsibilities on portfolio company boards.
• Performing portfolio valuations and supporting financial reporting, audit, and governance requirements.
• Developing investment exit, realization, and conversion strategies to optimize portfolio outcomes.
• Contributing to the development of external communications and stakeholder engagement activities that showcase the impact and performance of CSIRO’s equity investments.

About You

As the successful candidate, you will bring:

• Degree level qualifications in either commerce, finance, law, accounting, or other relevant discipline.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, evidenced by superior reporting, presentation, and negotiation abilities, and the capacity to identify and influence critical stakeholders to gain support for contentious proposals/ideas.
• Significant commercial experience gained in an investment management, financial/corporate advisory, accounting, or other relevant corporate or financial markets environment.
• Knowledge and understanding of equity investment instruments, including associated documentation.
• Knowledge and understanding of company valuation techniques.
• Strong commercial acumen and understanding of key corporate governance principles.
• A strong history of working effectively in teams.

Desirable

• Direct investment management experience.
• Familiarity with the Australian innovation sector and science commercialization pathways.
• Experience with start-up companies and VC funding.
• Experience engaging with third party management teams and stakeholders, ideally gained in an investment management setting.
• Previous experience in a similar position.

Eligibility

Applications for this position are open to Australian Citizens, New Zealand Citizens, and Australian Permanent Residents.

Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements.

Benefits

• Location: Major capital cities considered
• Salary: AU$163k – AU$180k per annum + 15.4% superannuation
• Tenure: Indefinite, Full-time
• Flexible work arrangements available
• Reference: 103598

About Company

As Australia's national science agency, CSIRO is solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology. Many of our iconic innovations were once considered impossible until someone, just like you, joined us and took on the challenge.

Visit CSIRO.au for more information.

How To Apply

Please apply online and submit a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and CV that demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the essential requirements of this role.

Applications close

19th July 2026, 11pm (AEST)