Job Description
Operational Risk Manager Digital Banking (12 month fixed term)
Job ID:  1348
Business Unit:  Risk & Compliance
Job Family:  Risk & Compliance
Category:  Risk, Compliance & Audit
Location:  Melbourne, VIC, AUS, 3000
| Adelaide, SA, AUS, 5000
| Bendigo, VIC, AUS, 3550
| Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
Employment Type:  Maximum Term
Employee Class:  Full Time
Closing Date:  13/07/2026

“It begins at Bendigo Bank” 

We’ve never been ‘just a bank’. Just like you should never be ‘just an employee’. We’re united in our belief that in banking, better can be bigger, and together we’re making it happen. 

It starts here. With Bendigo Bank… and you. 

About the team 

The Risk and Compliance (R&C) function has responsibility for enabling the Group to manage the risks associated with their respective area of focus in line with the Group’s risk appetite. In that support, the R&C function will enable the success of the business by instilling a culture of risk management as a core part of how we support our customers and ensure that we have the appropriate processes and practices to meet our compliance obligations. 

About the role 

As Operational Risk Manager, reporting to Senior Manager Risk and Compliance, you are part of 1st Line of Accountability (1LoA) Risk team responsible for key matters in relation to implementing and managing the operational risk framework for the Digital Banking Portfolio.  This is a 12 month fixed term opportunity. 

You’ll get to: 

  • Perform all tasks in line with the Risk Management Framework and proactively monitor and asses the risk environment and recommend areas for improvement 
  • Facilitate and organise key actions in relation to the Digital Divisional Risk Committee meetings inc. preparing meeting agendas and committee packs, minutes, circulate action items and documents and maintain action register
  • Facilitate and deliver Risk and Control Self Assessments (RCSA) including for change projects, to support effective risk management.
  • Promote a strong risk and compliance culture with stakeholders (through education, support and awareness).
  • Collaborate with members of the 1LoA Risk teams, Centres of Expertise, and 2nd line of Accountability (2LoA) stakeholders, including Group Compliance and Group Operational Risk to enhance the further development of a strong risk and compliance culture; and 3rd Line of Accountability (3LoA).

This a 12-month fixed term opportunity to be located at one of our corporate offices ideally in Adelaide, Melbourne, Bendigo, Sydney, Brisbane

 

About you 

To be successful you will have 

  • Understanding and practical working knowledge of Operational and Technology Risk Frameworks is highly desirable.
  • Financial product, digital/IT or product knowledge highly desirable
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
  • Strong organisational and coordination skills with high attention to detail, ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines
  • Excellent relationship building skills with the ability to support, advise and influence a broad range of stakeholders
  • Excellent problem solving and analytical skills with a motivated and adaptable disposition  
  • Tertiary qualifications in Banking, Finance or Business-related fields desirable   

 

So, why work for us? 

You’ll also get access to a great range of benefits, including: 

  • Flexibility means different things for different people. Whether it’s hybrid work, flexible hours, a compressed work week, job-sharing or something different, our flexible work options are designed to put people first 
  • Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members 
  • Opportunities to take your learning to the next level through our corporate university ‘BEN U’ or at an external provider of your choice 

We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success and we actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity of thought to our business. We support candidate requests for adjustment to accommodate an illness, injury, or disability to equitably participate in the selection process. 

How to apply 

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online with your CV and cover letter. 

Applications close Monday 13th July 2026