Associate
QIC's Infrastructure team manages ~A$42 billion in global unlisted infrastructure assets and continues to grow its portfolio across Energy & Utilities, Transport, and Social Infrastructure. With a strong pipeline of opportunities and long-term investor backing, this is an exciting time to join a high-performing team.
We are seeking an Associate to join our Energy & Utilities team, supporting both origination and asset management activities across Australia and New Zealand.
The Opportunity
This role offers broad exposure across the full investment lifecycle. You will support the origination and execution of new investments, alongside the active management of existing portfolio companies.
Working across key energy transition themes including renewables, transmission and distribution, gas, and digital infrastructure-you will partner closely with senior investment professionals, gaining meaningful responsibility and exposure to complex transactions and portfolio initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Lead financial modelling, valuation, and scenario analysis
Support transaction execution, including due diligence and investment papers
Assist with asset management activities such as board materials, reporting, and stakeholder engagement
Interpret financial outputs and apply commercial judgement to inform investment decisions
Build and maintain relationships with banks, advisors, and industry participants
Contribute to sector research and pipeline development
About You
You will have strong technical foundations, coupled with the ability to think commercially beyond the numbers.
- 3-5 years' experience in infrastructure advisory (e.g. investment banking) or principal investing
- Background in financial, commercial, or operational roles
- Tertiary qualification in Engineering, Commerce, Economics, Business, or Finance
Skills:
Strong financial modelling and analytical capability
Understanding of M&A processes and investment due diligence
Ability to prepare clear, structured investment recommendations and board materials
Commercial acumen and strong problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and work both autonomously and collaboratively
Advanced Excel skills; proficient in Word and PowerPoint
Why Infrastructure at QIC?
Direct exposure to buy-side investing
Strong pipeline driven by energy transition opportunities
Opportunity to work across both origination and asset management
Collaborative, high-performing team environment
Flexible working arrangements and competitive employee benefits
This is an outstanding opportunity to join a leading infrastructure investor and build a long-term career in a growing and evolving sector.
At QIC, we welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQI+ community, people with disabilities and people from all cultural backgrounds. We have an equitable, barrier-free application process so please inform us of your accessibility requirements in your application or you can reach out to our Talent Team on 07 3360 3800
QIC is sourcing directly for this role and is not engaging recruitment agencies. We do not accept unsolicited resumes, and QIC is not responsible for any fees associated with any unsolicited submissions.
