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.  

We currently have a full time, permanent opportunity for a Corporate Affairs Advisor to join our Corporate Affairs team.  This role will develop and implement communications strategies that strengthen and protect the Bank Australia brand, and support stakeholder connection to our purpose, aspiration, values and responsible banking activity. The Corporate Affairs Advisor also plays a key role in supporting the bank’s proactive media and advocacy activity, issues and reputation risk management activity, and annual corporate reporting.

Why join us

• We have big plans to become Australia’s most trusted bank and a leading purpose-driven business.
• As a certified B Corp, we’re part of a global business community who meet the highest social and environmental standards, putting purpose over profit.
• 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 14% 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

• Develop communication plans that support the delivery of Bank Australia’s purpose, corporate strategy, business changes, key projects and partnerships
• Develop and deliver communications plans and advice to protect and build the bank’s brand
• Develop strategies to leverage the bank’s brand, investments and positions through stakeholder, customer and employee communication
• Work with the Corporate Affairs Manager on media, advocacy and thought leadership activity to support the Bank Australia brand
• Provide communications advice to the business on current and emerging issues
• Support the corporate reporting processes to deliver a meaningful report to customers and stakeholders.
• Support business units with communications planning and delivery on key business changes and major projects
• Support issues and crisis communications, and business continuity plan activities
• Monitor the media and social media for emerging issues relevant to the bank
• Work with external communications agencies, designers and event partners

What you will bring

• Significant corporate experience in corporate communications planning and delivery, internal communications, stakeholder relations, or relevant field
• Demonstrated interest in public policy, social and environmental issues in a business context
• Experience communicating and building relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders
• Well-developed understanding of corporate affairs practice
• Highly developed communications planning, writing and execution skills
• Well-developed research and problem solving skills
• Experience developing and maintaining stakeholder networks
• Well-developed influencing and relationship management skills
• Exposure to issues management practice in a corporate reputation context
• Experience in developing communications plans and strategies for priority business projects
• Project management skills with the ability to manage simultaneous projects
• 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.