Heartland Bank Australia3 jobs

Head of First Line Risk

SeniorFull-timeHybridMelbourne VIC, AustraliaBrisbane QLD, AustraliaPosted 4 days agoVerified 1 week ago
Pending fitX of Y criteria met

About the job

The Head of First Line Risk at Heartland Bank Australia is a pivotal leadership opportunity, focusing on integrated oversight of credit risk, financial crime, and operational resilience. This role is essential for shaping a strong risk culture across various specialist teams while partnering with executive leadership and regulators. The team values collaboration, accountability, and a proactive approach to risk management, ensuring alignment with the bank’s strategic objectives.

You'll be responsible for

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Leading risk management framework

Leading the bank’s first line risk management framework across credit, financial crime, and operational resilience.
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Providing strategic risk advice

Providing strategic risk advice to the Executive Leadership Team and Board on emerging risks and portfolio trends.
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Overseeing credit teams

Overseeing retail and agribusiness credit teams, including credit policy governance and portfolio monitoring.

Key criteria

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Senior leadership experience

Proven experience leading teams in credit risk or financial crime.

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Understanding of APRA standards

Deep knowledge of APRA prudential standards and compliance requirements.

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Risk management framework expertise

Experience developing and overseeing risk management frameworks.

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5 criteria for this job
Senior leadership experience
Proven experience leading teams in credit risk or financial crime.

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Understanding of APRA standards
Deep knowledge of APRA prudential standards and compliance requirements.

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Risk management framework expertise
Experience developing and overseeing risk management frameworks.

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Influencing senior leaders
Demonstrated ability to provide evidence-based risk insights to executives.

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Governance and regulatory engagement
Experience in governance and engaging with regulatory bodies effectively.

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