Manager Business Controls Chief Information Office

**About you**

This is a new role for Great Southern Bank, and you will have the opportunity to build something special which will have long-term impact for the organisation.

We are a company that is going places and a challenger to the Tier 2 Financial Services organisations. You will be able to make a big difference with us, as we are a bit smaller than the majors and your circle of influence is greater. You will see the results of your work and be recognised for your achievements. You play a very important role in ensuring we meet our legislative requirements and responsibilities so we can function effectively, now and into the future.

The Chief Information Officer’s Business Controls team plays a key role in strengthening front line accountability for risk management, providing thought leadership, advice and challenge in the management of risks, obligations and controls, and overseeing adherence to risk appetite.

You report to the Head of Business Controls, CIO, a key influencer across Great Southern Bank. Your key stakeholders include the leadership team of the CIO, as well as first
- and second-line risk and compliance professionals across Great Southern Bank.

**About you**

You will have:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications- Demonstrated experience in a similar risk and/or compliance role, preferably in the 1LOD and in Banking and Financial Services Industry- Experience in formulating and implementing compliance and compliance procedures- High level of understanding and practical experience of Operational Risk- Demonstrated experience with industry and governance standards (e.g. Financial Accountability Regime (FAR), Three Lines of Defence, ISO 31000, APRA CPS220)- Strong Experience in risks relating to banking, and the legislative/regulatory requirements around these (e.g. Privacy Act, Corporations Act, NCCP Act).- Strong understanding of industry legislation and regulatory requirements, including current and upcoming regulatory change.- Proven ability to assess the level of risk to the business and to inform the development and execution of action plans to mitigate said risk- Experience in managing and influencing multi-faceted stakeholders (internal and external) to balance competing priorities, different needs, and non-aligned expectations- Strategic thinking and the ability to deliver solutions to risk and compliance issues, including experience in developing and delivering Risk and compliance strategies aimed to enhance 1LOD capability and uplift maturity.
- Essential_- Degree-level (Technology, Finance, Business, Commerce, Law)
- Desirable_- Governance Institute Australia qualification- Risk Management Institute of Australasia certification- Knowledge of requirements of corporate governance, regulatory affairs, and/or risk management.- Knowledge of relevant Financial Services regulatory and compliance considerations.

**What’s** in it for you?**

We want you to make an impact. You can be part of a growing and innovative organisation, with the ability to influence the people, culture and practices of Great Southern Bank to keep us at the top of our game.

You will be able to make a bigger difference with us While we might be a bit smaller than the majors, your circle of influence is infinitely greater. You will see the immediate results of your work, be recognised for your achievements, and be provided with the support you need to help balance your career.

We believe that investing in our people is central to upholding our great culture. To help you be at your best, we provide a collaborative, flexible and supportive working environment that helps you balance career, family, health and the things you love doing. We have a variety of employee benefits that you can access from discounted financial and insurance products, a variety of leave options, and benefits and incentives covering, health, wellness and lifestyle options. Read more about these exciting benefits on our careers site
- At Great Southern Bank, _we’re_ committed to building a strong, _inclusive_ and diverse workplace, where people feel a sense of belonging, 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, fair and equitably decision making that empowers our people to be at their best every day._
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