Executive Manager Strategy and Portfolio

Executive Manager, Bankwest Strategy, Portfolio and Governance
- You are a leader with demonstrated experience shaping organisational thinking, providing data driven insights and excels in articulating progress against strategic outcomes
- We are creating Australia’s favourite digital banking that help customers simplify their banking needs
- Together we’ll focus on customer first; fast, and safe; digital leadership; and operational excellence - which combined, will enable us to play our role in building a brighter future for all

See yourself in our team:
This role will lead the Bankwest Strategy, Portfolio and Governance function, which is accountable for defining the strategic roadmap; annual operating plan (goals for the next financial year and commensurate change/capex investment); and governance for the Bankwest Managing Director Office. We have recently completed our high-level vision to become Australia’s favourite digital bank, building on our exceptional foundations of over 100 years in banking.

The strategy team oversees the ongoing development of the Bankwest strategy by advising and facilitating the Bankwest leadership team discussions. Furthermore, as part of CBA Group, the team prepares materials for the CBA Executive Leadership Team and the Board; and collaborate on projects with leaders across the Retail Bank and the Group. Bankwest is an integral part of the CBA’s strategy to better meet customer needs in an ever-evolving retail banking landscape. Functionally, there are three parts to the team:
Strategy: Corporate strategy team helping drive the strategic direction and choices for Bankwest

Portfolio: Prioritization and ongoing tracking of portfolio performance and health in achieving strategic objectives of Bankwest

Governance: Ownership of secretariat and governance activities for the Managing Director of Bankwest and Bankwest Leadership Team forums.

Do work that matters:
Key responsibilities include:

- Working closely with other Bankwest leaders, strategy, and delivery teams across Group and Bankwest to ensure there is alignment
- Engaging other teams across Bankwest and the Group to keep abreast of their strategic agenda and be aware of interdependencies
- Lead the annual investment portfolio planning process for Bankwest, including how we track and realise value from our investment in strategic areas of focus
- Identifying roadblocks or dependencies, which could impact specific work stream / projects and resolve/ escalate to your manager as required
- Drafting formal papers for both the CBA Board and Retail Leadership Team, and Bankwest Leadership Team
- Analysing information and structure it clearly and concisely for stakeholders to understand and make informed decisions

We’re interested in hearing from people who have:

- At least 5-7 years business experience, preferably within Financial Services
- Bachelor degree in business, economics, science, design, engineering, psychology or similar fields
- Consulting experience with a top tier firm OR Strategy experience within a Financial Services firm would be highly regarded
- Solid understanding of the Retail Banking industry
- Ability to project manage, work independently and manage upwards
- Excellent strategic thinking skills, including a structured approach to problem solving
- Experience within product advantageous

Who We Are

We're on a mission to become Australia's favourite digital bank. It's a big ambition that places the focus solely on our customers, as we deliver innovative, useful and uncomplicated banking.

And we know we've got what it takes. It’s no secret that our weapon is our people, who foster a culture of bold ideas, curiosity and desire for change.

In turn, colleagues benefit from flexible work arrangements, unique career opportunities and a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered. We prioritise diversity and equality, because we know that a safe and inclusive work environment is vital for doing great work.

We say our culture is “Made by Us”. And we’re really proud of that.

The benefits
- Flexible working so that you can balance life in a way that works for you
- The resources you need to grow your career and develop to your full potential
- Annual volunteer leave so that you can give back to the causes close to your heart
- A range of work perks across financial, lifestyle and general wellbeing initiatives
- Meaningful recognition that rewards great work with great rewards

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