Mō te tūranga | About the Role
Auckland | Risk Management | Second Line
At Westpac, we’re building a strong, future focused risk culture that supports sustainable performance and smart decision making. We’re looking for an experienced Manager Operational Risk to join our Second Line Risk team and play a key role in strengthening our control environment across the bank.
This is a true Second Line role, where you’ll provide independent oversight, advice and challenge to help embed effective operational risk management across Westpac New Zealand. You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders, influencing how operational risk is identified, assessed and managed within appetite.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing high quality Second Line oversight, monitoring and reporting
Advising and challenging the business on risk maturity and the effective application of the Operational Risk Framework
Supporting uplift of the control environment, including control quality, ownership and end-to-end effectiveness
Building trusted relationships with the business and Senior Risk Business Partners
Helping resolve complex operational risk issues across the bank
Promoting a strong risk culture aligned to the Three Lines of Defence model
Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
We’re looking for a practical, confident risk professional who can cut through complexity and influence at pace.
You’ll ideally have:
4+ years’ experience in an operational risk role or closely related business discipline
Strong critical thinking skills and the ability to identify core issues
Proven experience interpreting policy and applying it effectively within the business
The confidence to influence stakeholders and drive compliance with risk frameworks
A good understanding of business processes and control environments
It would be advantageous if you also have:
A degree in Business, Finance, Technology or a related field
Strong Excel skills and confidence working with technology
Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
Immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, and receive some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with:
4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers
Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave
School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
2 Volunteer days per year
Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
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