Fund Manager
Australian Unity
Jacob Edwards is Fund Manager for the Specialist Disability Accommodation Fund at Australian Unity. He leads equity and debt funding strategies, manages performance, and identifies new development opportunities. His work focuses on delivering quality housing and long-term value in Australia’s disability accommodation sector.
Before joining Australian Unity, Jacob managed Bank Australia’s Impact Finance division. He helped fund major social infrastructure projects and was involved in most SDA debt transactions across the country. His experience bridges finance, policy, and purpose-driven development.
Jacob is a founding Director and Treasurer of the Specialist Disability Accommodation Alliance. He also contributes to national standards through the Australian Property Institute’s working group on SDA valuation.
Jacob Edwards is Fund Manager of the Specialist Disability Accommodation Fund at Australian Unity. He specialises in social infrastructure and sustainable investment that supports Australia’s disability housing market.
Education
➕ Bachelor’s Degree - University of Tasmania
