Chief Executive Officer - Centrapay at Bank of New Zealand

Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Direction, Long-term Vision, Organizational Performance, Risk Management, Financial Discipline, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Operational Policies, Spokesperson, Talent Acquisition, Communication, Relationship Building, Action Driven Mindset, Collaboration, Learning Focused Approach, Innovation

Industry

Banking

Description

Worker Type: Permanent Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way." We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same. We have a unique opportunity available for a visionary leader to join Centrapay as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). At Centrapay, we’re transforming the way money moves. As a New Zealand fintech, we are developing an innovative payments platform that extends far beyond traditional cards. Our technology enables businesses to accept bank-to-bank payments, digital gift cards, loyalty rewards, vouchers, and digital assets all seamlessly integrated into one robust system. We are committed to delivering cost-effective alternative solutions for businesses, enhancing customer experiences, and empowering teams with the flexibility to innovate and launch new payment concepts quickly. Mō te Tūranga | About the Role As the CEO of Centrapay, you will set and lead the company’s strategic direction and long‑term vision, translating ambition into clear priorities, executable plans, and measurable outcomes. You will oversee the end‑to‑end performance of the organisation, working closely with the Board to deliver agreed objectives - balancing innovation, risk, growth, and financial discipline. What are some of the responsibilities for this role? Provide clear, effective organisation-wide leadership, setting strategic direction and ensuring alignment across the business. Ensure Centrapay operates as a sustainable and resilient business in both the short and long term. Deliver timely, transparent, and high-quality reporting to Board of Directors. Develop, implement, and maintain the organisation’s strategic plan and supporting operational policies. Act as the primary spokesperson and representative of the organisation. Define, articulate, and embed the organisation’s long-term vision and desired culture. Provide strategic oversight of talent acquisition, ensuring the recruitment and retention of high-calibre leaders and critical roles. What is the most exciting thing about this opportunity? You will lead a well-supported, ambitious business and build on its strong foundation to reach its full potential. This role is about defining a clear strategic path, making informed decisions, and shaping a company that endures. Ultimately, it’s your chance to generate momentum, assemble a talented team, and foster sustained growth for a business designed to succeed over the long term and win. What is the most challenging thing about this opportunity? The most challenging - and simultaneously the most compelling - aspect of this opportunity lies in the breadth and significance of the mandate. Leading Centrapay into its next phase of growth requires not only vision but also the ability to instil discipline, resilience, and robust governance to ensure the company’s long-term sustainability. This role is ideally suited to a CEO who thrives in complex and accountable environments, and who is motivated by the dynamic nature of the payments landscape. What do we want you to know before you apply? Centrapay is a subsidiary of BNZ. The role has a reporting line into BNZ as well as the Centrapay Board of Directors. What attributes and skills will this person display in order to be successful in this role? This is an opportunity for a highly motivated individual who takes ownership and thrives when working in teams to implement scalable, high-performing solutions. You will also bring: Clear, transparent, and impactful communication including the ability to present thoughtful questions, provide context proactively, and keep teams consistently aligned. Strong relationship building and relationship management skills. An action driven mindset: focuses on core responsibilities, proactive, shows initiative and delivers on objectives and timelines. Effective collaboration abilities: actively builds trust, encouraging open knowledge-sharing, listens, shows readiness to take on or give up responsibilities as needed. Learning focused approach: continually develops technical and non-technical skills and knowledge, seeks feedback. Why Join Us? Be part of a fast-growing fintech shaping the future of payments. Work with a team that values innovation, collaboration and ambition. Competitive compensation, growth opportunities, and a chance to make a real impact. Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand Please note applications close Friday 6 March 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to join us! We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it. Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.” Closing Date: 06 March 2026 Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early. Welcome to BNZ Careers! We are excited for you to apply for a role with us. We're the bank for New Zealand. Our purpose is to serve customers well and help our communities prosper. Every day we find ways for our customers, our people, and our communities to thrive through strong values, diverse teams, and great people - just like you.

Responsibilities

The CEO will set and lead the company’s strategic direction and long-term vision, translating ambition into clear priorities, executable plans, and measurable outcomes. This includes overseeing end-to-end organizational performance, reporting to the Board, and ensuring sustainable and resilient business operations.