Manager, Specialist Operations

3 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Great Southern Bank (Formerly CUA) Full time

ManagerSpecialist Operations

Asthe Manager of Specialist Operations, you will lead a dedicated functionresponsible for driving end-to-end process re-design, operationaltransformation, automation, and scalable operating model improvements acrossGroup Operations.
Yourleadership will enable the uplift of process efficiency, risk management andcapability while ensuring the delivery of exceptional customer outcomes.

You'll make an impact by:

  • Lead and develop a high-performing Specialist Operations team to deliver continuous improvement, process re-engineering, and transformation initiatives across Group Operations.
  • Oversee the identification, analysis, and redesign of operational processes to improve efficiency, scalability, and alignment with customer service expectations and service level agreements.
  • Ensure operational processes are optimised to balance customer experience, productivity, costs, risk management, and compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Champion a culture of innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, fostering an environment where new ideas and improved ways of working are encouraged and adopted.
  • Collaborate closely with Banking Operations & Payments, Consumer and Home Lending Operations, and other key stakeholders.

Do things differently with us

To succeed in this role, you will have:

  • Proven leadership experience (10+ years) in operational excellence, process improvement, or transformation roles within financial services or a similarly complex operational environment.
  • Demonstrated success in delivering process redesign, automation, and transformation initiatives that enhance efficiency, risk management, and customer experience.
  • Strong understanding of operational risk, compliance, and regulatory requirements in banking or financial services e.g., CCC, Code of Practice, Privacy Act).
  • Experience in developing and embedding scalable, sustainable operating models and process frameworks.
  • Diploma or bachelor's degree in business administration, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Relevant risk, process improvement, or operational excellence certifications (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma) desirable.

Why Great Southern Bank?

Whatever your role with us, you'll be part of a force for good. We're owned by our customers right here in Australia, so our success benefits everyday people and families. Working at Great Southern Bank, you'll also enjoy a range of fantastic benefits, some examples include:

  • Helping you unlock a brighter future by investing in your development and wellbeing, offering you study leave, a day for you and professional wellbeing coaching.
  • Benefits that support you and your wellbeing so that you can thrive at work and at home, today and tomorrow. Enjoy access to our wellbeing centre and the flexibility to work from home two days a week.
  • Helping you to achieve your financial goals and positively impact your family and community. We offer discounts on a wide range of Great Southern Bank products and services such as savings and transaction accounts, insurance, home loans and more

Imagine working for a bank that truly helps people. You can.

Questions? Please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@gsb.com.au

Applicationswill close on, or before Monday 18th August 2025

At Great Southern Bank, we're committed to building a strong, inclusive and diverse workplace, where people feel a sense of belonging and are valued, connected and respected. We value diverse backgrounds, cultures, abilities, ideas and experiences; recognising the benefits they bring to our work, our communities and the way we help our customers. We support and promote an inclusive culture through flexible ways of working, collaboration, and fair and equitable decision making that empowers our people to be at their best every day.

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