▷ (High Salary) Customer Support Consultant

Job Category: Banking and Financial Services

Through the merger of Bank Australia and Qudos Bank we’re creating a better, stronger and more resilient bank for our customers and employees. As one company with two trusted brands, we’re building on the strong foundations of our history and shared values as we bring together the best of both banks.

The Customer Support Consultant is responsible for managing early-stage delinquent accounts by identifying and supporting customers experiencing financial difficulty. The role aims to minimise delinquency and potential bad debt by assessing risk, providing tailored assistance including financial hardship and escalating high-risk accounts while upholding the bank’s values and commitment to responsible banking.

- We have big plans to become Australia’s leading purpose-driven bank.
- As a certified B Corp, we’re part of a global business community who meet the highest social and environmental standards, balancing profit and purpose.
- Every role and person in our bank is essential to bringing our values, purpose and aspiration to life.
- We offer flexible working options, competitive salary and 13% super.
- Our staff have access to a range of meaningful benefits to support their physical and mental wellbeing including 24/7 free counselling, free flu vaccinations and discounted gym memberships.
- We also support staff with study assistance, paid parental leave (regardless of gender), volunteer, bereavement, gender affirmation and family violence leave; and the opportunity for bonus annual leave.
- We support our staff to grow their careers through learning and development and an organisational culture where we reward and recognise innovation and values, not long hours.
- We are committed to building an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce that reflects the Australian community.
- We care for a conservation reserve – where we work with key partner organisations to protect threatened species and involve staff in conservation.

What you will be doing

- Manage and monitor early-stage delinquent accounts, identifying customers in hardship and offering appropriate support to reduce delinquency and losses.
- Engage with customers professionally and ethically, balancing recovery efforts with empathy and fairness.
- Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations, policies, and industry standards related to collections and hardship.
- Complete allocated administrative tasks within the departmental work roster accurately and on time.
- Identify and contribute to process improvements, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance efficiency.
- Support the broader team by performing additional duties as directed by the Team Leader – Collections & Recoveries.

What you will bring

- Experience in banking, unsecured or mortgage collections, with knowledge of credit, debt recovery, and financial hardship support.
- Strong understanding of debt collection guidelines, compliance obligations, and relevant legislation.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills, with a customer-focused and empathetic approach.
- Resilience, curiosity, and a proactive mindset when managing complex or high-risk cases.
- High attention to detail with experience in reporting, performance tracking, and using collections systems.
- Ability to manage competing priorities, meet KPIs, and contribute to continuous improvement.
- Commitment to Bank Australia’s purpose, aspiration, values and brand as well as the B Corp ethos.

By submitting an application you agree to Bank Australia’s Privacy Policy for applicants and confirm that you are legally able to work in Australia. Bank Australia is an equal opportunity employer committed to sustainable development. We encourage people from different backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from different cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities because we want to reflect the diversity of our communities. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace.

Bank Australia reserves the right to withdraw this advertisement at any time. Candidates will be progressed as applications are received, rather than after the advertisement closure date. If you wish to be considered, please submit your application as soon as possible. Please note, the successful candidate will be subject to satisfactory background checks including but not limited to police and previous employment.

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