Nest Pensions
Senior Investment Analyst
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Senior Investment Analyst
Senior Investment Analyst
Nest Invest Location: London (Hybrid working)
Nest Invest is a leader in driving up standards and best practices across the pension industry, delivering a high-quality, low-cost pension scheme open to all. With 10 million members, Nest plays a critical role in helping people save for retirement, particularly low to moderate earners, who may be saving for the first time or frequently changing jobs.
The Investment team is responsible for investing members’ contributions to grow their retirement savings over the long term. We’re building a culture that embraces innovation, leverages technology, and harnesses data-driven decision-making to deliver outstanding outcomes for our members.
About the Role
The Senior Investment Analyst works within the Long-Term Investment Strategy team and supports the development of Nest’s macroeconomic and financial market views. Key responsibilities include building and maintaining modeling frameworks, researching long-term investment opportunities and risks, and translating macro trends, market dynamics, and scenario analysis into practical investment insights for asset allocation decisions.
The role demands expertise in:
- Combining quantitative modelling with economic intuition
- Strengthening the team’s analytical approach to improve decision-making robustness, consistency, and transparency
- Working seamlessly across data, macroeconomic research, and investment strategy
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain macroeconomic and financial market models for long-term investment forecasts.
- Conduct research into opportunities and risks across Nest’s active asset classes.
- Translate complex macroeconomic trends and market dynamics into actionable investment insights.
- Strengthen investment decision-making by integrating quantitative analysis and economic assessments.
- Support ongoing asset allocation and strategic decisions aligned with member goals.
- Collaborate with team members to build and refine analytical tools and frameworks.
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Key Requirements
Experience & Expertise
- Multiple years’ experience in Macro research, investment strategy, markets analysis, or quantitative model-building.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership of analytical modeling frameworks and translate insights into decision-making.
- Deep understanding of macroeconomic drivers and their impact on financial markets.
- Proficiency in data science and programming tools (e.g., Python).
Technical & Analytical Abilities
- Working knowledge of AI and machine learning techniques applicable to investment analysis.
- Ability to interpret data, refine models, and ensure predictive robustness.
- Strong quantitative aptitude combined with intuitive economic reasoning.
Soft Skills
- Highly analytical and intellectually curious, with a passion for macro- and market-related challenges.
- Excellent communication skills to articulate findings clearly to different stakeholders.
- Self-motivated, capable of working independently and collaboratively.
Organisation Overview
Nest is the UK’s largest workplace pension scheme, trusted by millions to help workers save for retirement. We deliver responsible investment practices and ensure strong governance is central to our operations. Our hybrid working model fosters a flexible, inclusive, and authentically collaborative workplace across London (Canary Wharf) and remote locations.
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Directorate/Department Overview
Nest Invest (our investment arm) is responsible for growing members’ retirement funds through:
- Asset allocation and portfolio risk management
- Manager selection and monitoring
- Responsible investment initiatives
- Investment technology and quantitative modelling
- Investment administration and communication
- Proposition development
As an FCA-regulated entity, Nest Invest adheres to strict conduct rules (FCAs COCON).
About Flexible Working
We understand everyone has different needs. Our hybrid model allows flexibility, including:
- A mix of office (Canary Wharf, London) and home working (attendance based on role requirements).
- Adjustable working hours or days as needed.
- Options for working compressed hours or sharing roles.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Nest is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment. We actively encourage applications from:
- Black, Asian, and minority ethnic (BAME) candidates,
- LGBTQ+ individuals,
- Disabled individuals (and as a Level 2 Disability-Confident Employer, we offer guaranteed interviews for eligible candidates).
Equal opportunities are extended to all, regardless of age, religion, belief, gender identity, national origin, socio-economic background, pregnancy, or other legally protected status.
To apply or for an informal discussion, contact Alex Smith: Alex.Smith2@Sandersonplc.com
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