Government Relations

1 week ago

Greater Adelaide SA, Australia Bendigo & Adelaide Bank Full time

Government Relations & Public Affairs Lead
Closing date: 6 June 2024

About the role and team


Our Corporate Affairs team engages with government and industry to participate in public policy discussions on issues that impact the Bank.

They work with internal stakeholders to build the organisation's position on these topics, connect the business with industry stakeholders, and promote the organisation throughout the sector and into government.

We have a unique opportunity to join the team as a Government Relations and Public Affairs Lead.

Reporting to the Head of Corporate Affairs you will provide policy and advocacy, engagement, and leadership for the Bank across government, industry, and the community.

This role will give you the opportunity to add real value, partnering with stakeholders as a trusted advisor to define policy priorities, and develop and implement relevant policy engagement actions.


You may already have corporate affairs or government related experience from your current or previous roles or may have experience in policy development.

Most importantly you'll have a genuine interest in Government Relations and Public Affairs and be passionate to develop yourself further in this specialist area.

The Corporate and Public Affairs team have a wealth of experience to share and are excited to add a new member who will contribute strongly to the team's success, whilst being supported in their learning and career development.

As a Government Relations and Public Affairs Lead you will:

  • Be responsible for driving public policy outcomes on behalf of the Bank
  • Lift the Group's engagement with elected decision makers to build (and protect) reputation, reach, and influence
  • Build awareness of the Group among government to strategically position it as 'the bank of choice' among government and its partners


Join an engaged, supportive, and collaborative team and have the opportunity to work closely with an experienced leadership team who will value your input and ideas.


This role can be based in any of our main office locations including Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney, Brisbane, Bendigo or Perth - some days you'll be in the office, and then other days you'll be working from home to support your work/life balance.


About you

To be successful in the role, you'll have:

  • A relevant tertiary qualification in Public Policy, Public Relations, Communications, or Business
  • A background in banking, corporate affairs, and/or government with a strong understanding of the Australian political environment and banking industry
  • Demonstrated experience in policy development, advocacy, stakeholder management and engagement
  • The ability to research, analyse, and strategically respond to complex issues
  • Outstanding communication, presentation, engagement, and influencing skills
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • The ability to problem solve, work under pressure, and meet deadlines


We offer flexible work options that put our people first, and a hybrid model of two days in a local Head Office per week.


About Bendigo Bank


With over 7,000 employees, we are Australian's most trusted retail bank, our purpose is - 'to feed into the prosperity of our customers and communities, not off it'.

We are one of Australia's most trusted brands and this isn't something we take lightly, which means Bendigo Bank is the Bank you can be proud to work at

Our perks and benefits:

Belong to a wonderful team of people. Know how we know they're great to work with? They told us Great benefits, work life balance, and flexibility

  • Bendigo Bank supports ongoing development, with the potential for a portion of education fees being reimbursed by the bank. We want you to be the best version of you, and to help you achieve that
  • We know the last few years have been rough, so we have partnered with
    Sonder as our EAP provider that is so much more than just oneonone counselling. At the touch of a button, you will have access to selfhelp 24/7 or you can live chat with a team of safety, medical, and mental health professionals to assist with anything life throws at you.
So, what are you waiting for? Come and join the better big bank

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