Matthew Grimes
About Matthew Grimes
Matthew Grimes is the Senior Vice President of Investments at Brookfield Asset Management in Toronto, with over a decade of experience in investment banking and asset management.
Current Position at Brookfield Asset Management
Matthew Grimes holds the position of Senior Vice President | Investments at Brookfield Asset Management, based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing investment strategies and initiatives. His tenure at Brookfield in this current role began after an extensive career within the company and the broader finance sector, highlighting his significant expertise in investment management.
Professional Experience in Sydney, Australia
Prior to his current role, Matthew Grimes worked at Brookfield Asset Management in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia. He served as Vice President | Investments from 2018 to 2021, where he focused on various investment projects and strategies. Additionally, Matthew briefly held the position of Senior Vice President | Investments for three months in 2021. His experience in Sydney includes his time at OMERS Infrastructure as an Associate and later as Associate Director, demonstrating a strong presence in the Australian investment sector.
Previous Roles at OMERS Infrastructure and Barclays Investment Bank
Matthew's career also includes significant roles at OMERS Infrastructure and Barclays Investment Bank. From 2014 to 2017, he was an Associate at OMERS Infrastructure before being promoted to Associate Director in 2018, where he worked on substantial infrastructure projects. Moreover, he started his finance career as an Analyst at Barclays Investment Bank from 2012 to 2014, gaining essential experience in investment banking.
Educational Background
Matthew Grimes has a strong academic foundation in finance and commerce. He earned his Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) degree with first class honours from the University of Sydney, where he studied from 2008 to 2011. Before his university education, he attended Sydney Grammar School from 2002 to 2007, providing him a solid preparatory education.
Expertise and Geographic Experience
With over a decade of experience in investment banking and asset management, Matthew has demonstrated his expertise across different markets. His roles have spanned from Australia to Canada, offering him deep insights into both regions' financial landscapes. His background includes working on infrastructure projects and handling large-scale investments, reflecting his proficiency in the field.