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 are seeking an experienced Manager – Business Controls to lead the design, assessment, and uplift of risk and control practices across our Finance Division. Reporting to the Head of External Reporting & Control, you will play a pivotal role in embedding robust risk management, driving assurance activities, and supporting strategic decision‑making through high‑quality insights. 

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 

• Lead the identification, assessment, and management of operational, financial, and model risks across the Finance Division, embedding robust risk practices into daily operations and strategic planning. 
• Oversee the design, documentation, and effectiveness of controls, including delivery of the RCSA program, key control testing, and assurance activities aligned with regulatory and internal standards. 
• Guide model risk management, ensuring model controls, validation, and governance align with policy requirements. 
• Manage end‑to‑end incident processes, including escalation, investigation, root cause analysis, and sustainable remediation of issues. 
• Drive Finance’s risk strategy, governance, and reporting, delivering high‑quality insights on risk themes, KRIs, control performance, and remediation progress to senior leaders. 
• Build risk capability and culture across Finance through training, forums, stakeholder engagement, and continuous improvement of risk and control frameworks. 

What you will bring 

• Proven experience in risk management, assurance, internal controls, and incident management within Banking & Financial Services. 
• Deep understanding of regulatory expectations, risk and control frameworks, and first‑line risk responsibilities. 
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to interpret complex data and translate it into clear, actionable insights. 
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with a collaborative, solutions‑focused leadership style. 
• 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.