Mō te tūranga | About the role
At Westpac New Zealand, we’re committed to building a stronger, safer financial system. We’re looking for an experienced Manager, Sanctions Advisory to provide independent oversight and expert advice on sanctions risk within our Risk function.
This is a high-impact role where you will support the effectiveness of the sanctions control framework, providing advice on complex and sensitive matters while ensuring alignment with global sanctions regimes and regulatory expectations.
You’ll work closely with stakeholders across Risk, Legal, Product and Operations to provide independent challenge, support decision-making, and embed robust risk management practices across the business.
Ngā mahi | What you’ll be doing
Provide expert advice on complex sanctions matters, including high-risk transactions and customer scenarios
Oversee and assess the effectiveness of the sanctions control framework, including control testing and issue remediation
Provide independent oversight and challenge of sanctions risk management across the business
Assess impacts of new and existing products, services and business initiatives on sanctions risk
Monitor geopolitical and regulatory developments and translate impacts into practical business guidance
Engage and influence stakeholders across Risk, Legal, Product, Operations and Audit
Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?
5+ years’ experience in sanctions, financial crime or regulatory compliance roles
Strong knowledge of international sanctions regimes and regulatory frameworks (e.g. United Nations, United States, United Kingdom, European Union)
Experience in risk management, control design, and assurance or testing
Ability to analyse complex and high-risk scenarios and provide clear, practical advice
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability
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
Applications close:
8 June 2026
