“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 reporting to the Senior Manager, Change & Improvement Risk and Compliance Services, you are key member of a 1LoD R&C team responsible for key activities in relation to the implementation and management of change improvement initiatives across 1LoD.

 In this role you’ll get to…

• Manage and support the implementation for Risk & Compliance change and improvement initiatives
• Analyse existing risk and compliance practices, policies, processes and procedures to identify where improvements can be made
• Collaborate with cross functional team and stakeholders to assess change impacts and implement change by providing Subject Matter Expert (SME) advice, guidance and support
• Proactively promote, monitor and support a culture of continuous improvement and to enhance the development of strong risk and compliance culture
• Demonstrated experience in producing & refining policy, standards and procedures

This is 12-month fixed term role ideally located at one of corporate offices in Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney or Bendigo but open to location for the right candidate.

What you’ll bring to the role

To be successful in the role you will have:

• Tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business, Risk or related discipline highly desirable
• Demonstrated Operational Risk experience in Banking and Financial Services Industry (Line 1 or 2 risk roles).
• Sound understanding of risk management frameworks and / or bank operations, produces, policies and procedures
• Proactive and curious mind set with experience with the implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across policies, standards and procedures highly desirable
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written with highly developed influencing and collaboration skills

 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 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:

• 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 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.

To Apply: 

Please submit your application online including your CV and optional cover letter. 

Enclosed is a Position Description for this role:  Operational Risk Manager - Change & Improvement PD.docx

Applications close COB Wednesday 11th February 2026