“It begins at Bendigo Bank”

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.

About the opportunity

The Risk and Compliance (R&C) function has responsibility for the enabling the Group to manage the risks associated with their respective area of focus in line with the Group’s risk appetite. In that support, the R&C function will enable the success of the business by instilling a culture of risk management as a core part of how we support our customers and ensure that we have the appropriate processes and practices to meet our compliance obligations.

As Operational Risk Manager and reporting to the Senior Manager Risk and Compliance you are key member of a 1LOD risk team responsible for key activities in relation to the implementation and management of the risk and compliance framework within Group Finance by ensuring all risk activities are undertaken in a timely and accurate manner.

 In this role you’ll get to…

• Perform all activities required for embedding and uplifting the management of the Operational Risk Framework inside Group Finance
• Report and escalate any breaches of risk and recommend areas for improvement
• Ensure department risk registers are current in relation to findings and treatment plans.
• Produce papers for and provide input into the Divisional Operational Risk Committee Meeting
• Facilitate and/or participate in the review of events, scenario analysis, root cause analysis and control validations.
• Proactively promote a strong risk culture (through advice, support and awareness on risk matters)

What you’ll bring to the role

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Accounting, Finance, Business or related discipline with CA/CPA qualified highly desirable 
• Operational Risk experience in Banking and Financial Services Industry (Line 1 or 2 risk roles)
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of risk associated with a group finance function, including some knowledge of treasury, market & liquidity obligations.
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with highly developed influencing and collaboration skills to deliver on organisational outcomes.
• Proven ability to manage multiple and complex tasks and meet deadlines

So, why work with us?

• Want big impact that matters? Here, you’ll know your work directly benefits the customers and communities we all serve.
• Want to be more than just a number? Join a team that truly values you – and that gets more and more diverse every day.
• Want career opportunity AND flexibility? Achieve both here, where we know that balance and progression go hand in hand.

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

• Looking for hybrid work, flexible hours, or a compressed week? Our flexible work options are designed to fit your lifestyle. This role can be based in any of our head offices in Melbourne, Bendigo, Sydney, Brisbane, or Adelaide. We prioritise our people with a hybrid model that includes a minimum of two days per week in the office.
• Health and well-being support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members.
• Take your learning to the next level through opportunities like our corporate university ‘BEN U’ or at an external provider of your choice.

We’re making better, bigger. And we’ll get there with you

Could you be our newest team member? Now’s the time to set your sights even higher – on the future you and the future career you deserve.  Please note shortlisting and interviews may take place prior to the advertised close date, so don't delay apply now!

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.

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!

We love the support recruitment agencies give our businesses every day, however, we have got this.  Our superstar talent advisors will reach out to our fabulous panel if we need a helping hand.

To Apply: 

Please submit your application online and please find enclosed a PD for this role. Operational Risk Manager Finance PD Nov 2024.docx

Applications close COB Friday 22nd November 2024