at Colonial First State Investments Limited
Sydney NSW
Support IT service management and Dynamics 365 operations, improving service delivery, issue resolution and customer experience.
24d ago
Colonial First State
(61 reviews)
Company Profile
Company overview
Industry
Financial Investment Services
Primary location
Level 29, 52 Martin Place, Sydney, NSW, 2000
Warrane, Gadigal Country
At Colonial First State, we’ve been helping Australians with their investment needs since 1988. In that time we've become one of Australia's leading wealth management groups.
We provide investment, superannuation and retirement products to individuals as well as to corporate and superannuation fund investors. Our wide range and investment management expertise spans Australian and global shares, property, fixed interest, credit, infrastructure and private equity.
In addition, our FirstChoice product offers over 100 investment options. Some of these options are managed by us and others by well-known investment managers and specialist boutique managers. We’re also a leader in providing value for money, and offer the choice of retail and wholesale investment products.
Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website
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2d ago
Reviews overview
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What’s it like working at Colonial First State?
AI summary of recent reviews
Employees at Colonial First State appreciate their colleagues and team members, who are supportive, friendly, and create a strong sense of camaraderie. The flexible working arrangements and hybrid working options allow employees to work from home and adjust their schedules as needed. The office location is convenient and accessible, and some employees find the salary and bonuses to be competitive with good yearly bonuses available.
However, there are some potential challenges to consider. Management approaches can vary, with some employees experiencing a focus on performance metrics and cost-saving measures, as well as micromanagement in certain roles. Career development opportunities may require strategic networking to progress. Some roles involve heavy workloads with long hours and demanding KPIs, particularly during peak periods. The technology and systems are being modernised, with some legacy systems still in use. The company has undergone significant organisational changes, including divestment and restructuring, and some departments face resource constraints that can impact project delivery and daily operations.
However, there are some potential challenges to consider. Management approaches can vary, with some employees experiencing a focus on performance metrics and cost-saving measures, as well as micromanagement in certain roles. Career development opportunities may require strategic networking to progress. Some roles involve heavy workloads with long hours and demanding KPIs, particularly during peak periods. The technology and systems are being modernised, with some legacy systems still in use. The company has undergone significant organisational changes, including divestment and restructuring, and some departments face resource constraints that can impact project delivery and daily operations.
Recent reviews
1.0
Financial Officer
Apr 2026Hawthorn East VIC 31239 to 10 years in the role, former employee
A toxic workplace to avoid.
The good thingsFellow colleagues and staff that I collaborated with and team outings.
The challengesA very toxic work culture and environment, favoritism or nepotism, as well as unequal treatment of employees or staff. I don't believe improvement is even an option as these issues have been going on for a while since my time at CFS, I believe they are well-rooted into the organisation and they way it functions.
1.0
Project Manager
Feb 2026Sydney NSW 20002 to 3 years in the role, former employee
Terrible place to work and will crush strong souls.
The good thingsA tough place to work (management are in it for themselves) where staff band together to survive and keep their sanity.
The challengesEverything needs improving. Managers behave appallingly and are in it for themselves. Everyone else is there for managers to walk all over.
2.0
Marketing Role
Nov 2025Sydney NSW 200012 to 13 years in the role, former employee
Toxic culture, overworked and disconnected managers bringing in unqualified mates into cushy roles.
The good thingsCFS was a great place to work before they got taken over by KKR and started stripping the company of quality workers with knowledge and team values.
Hybrid working is good so you don't have to be in toxic office every day.
The challengesThe culture is toxic and most managers are only in it for themselves. There are some departments that are still ok but avoid Marketing.
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