Automation Engineer

Return to search results Automation Engineer Region   APAC Business Unit   Asset Management Location   Sydney Job Description   Lazard is one of the world’s leading financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people make the difference. With just over 3,000 employees, our tight-knit community allows for professionals eager to learn and willing to teach to connect and grow together. We believe that diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship are not just business imperatives — they are central pillars ofour employee experience. Our entrepreneurial culture and flat structure allow creative ideas and original concepts to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight.Many of the world’s leading investors — from individuals to institutions across the globe — have entrusted Lazard Asset Management. We pride ourselves in uncovering the best investment opportunities for our clients. The purpose of our asset management business is to help our clients invest for the future — whether it’s for retirement, to grow and preserve inter-generational wealth, or to benefit the organizations that make our world smarter, healthier and more sustainable.Lazard Asset Management Pacific Co. (a wholly owned subsidiary of Lazard Asset Management, LLC a global investment manager which manages more than A$305 billion in assets worldwide began operations in Sydney in 1994 and over the years has offered Australian investors access to a growing range of investment solutions, including Australian Equities, Global Equities, Quantitative Equities, Emerging Markets Equities, Emerging Markets Debt, Global Small Caps, Global Convertibles, and Global Listed Infrastructure strategies. The Lazard Business Systems & Data team are responsible for driving business improvement throughout Asia Pac. This role involves working with the team (and with Agentic AI) to deliver automation solutions, build data pipelines and develop software. Agentic AI opens so many possibilities for those who know how to work with it; something we can train the successful candidate in. This is a rare opportunity to learn and grow for the right candidate. We are looking for an individual who has strong attention to detail and time management ability along with excellent numerical skills. The ideal candidate is looking to learn and grow; can demonstrate a track record of learning and experimenting with new technologies as well as delivering precise results. This role would suit a finance, science or IT graduate with one to five years’ experience.We’ll trust you to: Build, run, and enhance automation reports for monthly and quarterly client reporting across multiple asset classes, using and improving the existing reporting framework and agentic AI.Maintain and oversee automated reporting processes to ensure accurate, consistent, and timely delivery for separately managed clients.Build and implement end‑to‑end data and automation solutions while partnering predominately with APAC and local teams to introduce regional tools, improve business workflows, and support the adoption of new systems across distribution, operations, and investment teams.You’ll need to have: Demonstrated interest in automation or workflow optimization.Strong communication skills, including the ability to work with stakeholders to understand issues, propose solutions, and guide implementation.Excellent analytical and numerical ability, with high attention to detail.Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with APAC teams and local stakeholders.Advanced proficiency in Excel and general comfort with standard productivity tools.Working knowledge of at least one programming language (e.g., Python, SQL, or VBA), with the ability to learn additional languages and technologies as required using Agentic AI.Tertiary qualifications in finance, economics, computer science, engineering, mathematics, or a related quantitative discipline.What we offerWe strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career.Does this sound like you?Apply! We’ll get in touch on the next steps.Inclusion at LazardLazard is an intellectual capital business focused on delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. Achieving these objectives requires us to identify, develop and retain the best talent. A workforce comprised of people with varied backgrounds and experiences creates a rich diversity of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, as diverse perspectives lead to better decisions.Our appreciation of diversity’s strength is ingrained in our multicultural heritage. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respect for individual differences, which has been core to our success for 175 years.The ongoing cultivation of an inclusive culture are essential to our continued growth. We are committed to sustaining an environment in which all employees – regardless of socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, nationality, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, physical abilities, veteran or military status – can maximize their individual potential, as well as our collective success. #LI-ET1 This opportunity is closed to applications.