Closing date: Sunday 16 September

We’ve never been ‘just a bank’. Just like you should never be ‘just an employee’. We’re united in our belief that in banking, better can be bigger, and together we’re making it happen.

It starts here. With Bendigo Bank… and you.

Join the FCR Advisory team on this permanent position which will give you exposure to working in a 2LOD role in the niche area of Financial Crime Risk.

The team bring a combination of Financial Crime Risk & broad Operational Risk Management knowledge and expertise.  To see success in the role you’ll have the ability to operate effectively a 2LOD environment.

The 2nd Line of Defence have ownership of the design and operation of the risk management framework and the extent to which it is fit-for-purpose to enable the business to manage risk.  Setting the rules which are to be applied consistently across the organisation and are designed to ensure compliance or manage/reduce risk.

About the role

As an Officer FCR Advisory you’ll make an impact by supporting:

• the delivery of financial crime advice and second line oversight and challenge to the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Group.
• the Head of FCR Advisory, the role is required to support the delivery of assurance reviews on the performance of the Group’s financial crime control environment, as well as support and advise the business on policy and legislative requirements for financial crime.
• the delivery of insights and reporting to business stakeholders and divisional risk committees and assist the performance of risk assessments in the business and
• Conducting Operational Risk Event assessment, breach evaluation, regulatory reporting, oversight of remediation plans and assurance reviews.

Position description:  Officer FCR Advisory Position Description Aug 2025.docx

We offer flexible work options that put our people first, and a hybrid model of minimum three days per week based out of our Melbourne, Bendigo or Adelaide office.

What you’ll bring to the role

• Demonstrated skill in providing advice and support to financial institutions in financial crime.
• Knowledge of relevant financial crime legislative requirements, industry codes and practices, including the Australian AML/CTF Act.
• Second line of defence experience within the banking or financial services industry in the capacity of operational risk, regulatory risk, financial crime governance and/or advisory services.
• Experience in supporting the delivery of financial crime reviews, management information and other reporting.
• Demonstrated experience building and managing relationships with a wide range of stakeholders including senior management.
• Ability to collaborate and influence to drive decision making and outcomes.
• Ability to communicate complex subject matter in a way that is easily understood in both formal written reports and verbally in presentations.
• You can self-manage and work independently; effectively prioritising and managing your workload. 

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success and we actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity of thought to our business. We support candidate requests for adjustment to accommodate an illness, injury, or disability to equitably participate in the selection process.

So, why work for us?

Want to be more than just a number? Join a team that truly values you and the diverse contribution you make, every day.

You’ll also get access to a great range of benefits, including:

• Flexibility means different things for different people. Whether it’s hybrid work, flexible hours, a compressed work week, job-sharing or something different, our flexible work options are designed to put people first
• Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members
• Opportunities to take your learning to the next level through our corporate university ‘BEN U’ or at an external provider of your choice

Still in two minds?

Research suggests 60% of women and underrepresented groups might stop here, even after getting as far as drafting an application. We believe that diversity makes every team stronger, so even if you don’t tick every box we still want to see your application!

Please note shortlisting and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date, so don't delay: apply now!