Te Tūranga | The role:

Our Operational Risk team is key in managing the operational risks for Business Banking; understanding and anticipating what might go wrong before it does, putting effective processes and controls in place to minimise risk and acting quickly to mitigate events when things do happen.

As a Risk Manager you will support the Senior Risk Manager and the Head of Operational Risk & Compliance with your key areas of responsibility being to provide thought leadership, influence and expert risk oversight across the Business Banking division, leading the identification, management and mitigation of operational risks within these business units.

This role is high energy, diverse in nature and is a senior member of a small but exceptionally capable team charged with delivering high quality output and insight to senior management.

This is a 12 month secondment opportunity based at North Wharf.

Ngā mea kia whai angitū ahau? | What do I need to be successful?

We are looking for someone who understands the risk environment and has experience from within the financial services industry. Your ability to quickly assess and analyse, problem solve and articulate fact-based practical options to the business will be highly regarded. We are also looking for someone who takes the initiative to identify opportunities for positive change across the team and business, and helps drive those from concept to delivery.

You are a team player and someone who enjoys collaborating with others to find a workable solution. You will be a natural communicator with exceptional stakeholder relationship skills and an ability to influence through your nature and working style.

Technically you will have a strong foundation of operational risk experience in banking or financial services. You possess the ability to independently manage a portfolio allocated to you. This includes navigating grey areas with autonomy, proactively managing risk, and simplifying risk management concepts for your stakeholders while educating them throughout the process.

He aha tāu e hoki mai ai? | What will you get in return?

In return, you will work for an organisation that places huge importance and focus on its people, where the sky is the limit for development and career opportunities. You will work in a successful and supportive team environment and be a part of the growth story that is ASB.

ASB is committed to fostering a culture where people are empowered, passionate and valued - living our values every day is integral to achieving our purpose.

Company/Culture: ASB is more than just a place to work. We want our people to grow personally and professionally, and we want to attract amazing talent. One way we try to do this is by giving our people access to benefits over and above what we pay. So, we have a range of policies to ensure you can live life one step ahead with ASB. Check out more information here Why work here? - ASB Careers (asbgroup.co.nz)

ASB is consistently ranked among New Zealand's best places to work. At the heart of ASB is us; the people, working together. Our values of Caring, Passion, Integrity, United, and Courage are the characteristics that best describe who we are and what we stand for. It's our people who live and breathe our purpose, our values, and our brand every day. Join the ASB team, and together we'll continue to help our customers live life one step ahead.

Me pēhea te tono | How to apply:

If this role sounds like it might be the one for you then please click "apply"… we'd love to hear from you!

Please note that all applications must be received online via our careers site to be considered. Please see attached position description for further information.