Delivery Lead at Westpac New Zealand

, , New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Communication Skills, Risk Management, Vendor Management, JIRA, Confluence, Digital Project Management, Human-Centered Design, Scrum, Kanban, Lean, SAFe, Financial Services, Compliance

Industry

Banking

Description

Mō te tūranga | About the Role The Delivery Lead – TO role is part of the Transformation Office (TO)’s Enterprise Delivery organisation which includes Programme Managers, Delivery Leads, and Programme Coordinators who provide program, project management, and coordination expertise across Westpac NZ supporting all Enterprise Change and Critical Transformation Programmes. The team supports programs and initiatives governed traditionally and delivered in a hybrid of Agile and traditional styles, of varying size, complexity, and duration. This enables end-to-end outcomes to be delivered that span WNZL the Agile tribe/squad delivery ecosystem, as well as the more traditionally organised functions. A Digital Delivery Lead in the TO is an accomplished delivery practitioner who brings deep Digital project management experience working in scaled agile Agile organisations and traditional delivery, who also brings relevant industry, business, and/or IT domain experience. A human-centered design thinking approach to problem solving/delivery is essential to successfully lead the delivery of key enterprise priorities and outcomes for customers, staff, the business, and communities. The Digital Delivery Lead in the TO is a key role in providing leadership of one or more approved Enterprise Change initiatives or workstreams within one of our Critical Transformation Programmes. With alignment to a business / IT domain, you will grow both through increasing scale and complexity of delivery leadership opportunities and through broadened domain knowledge to add increased value to the business. Ko tō mahi | What you’ll do Managing enduring enterprise-wide digital initiatives within the agreed scope, time, cost, and quality from initial identification, refinement of the requirements, scope, and solution design, to delivery of change and embedding in the business and IT ensuring alignment with wider delivery plans and priorities Ensuring initiatives adhere to all internal policies and standards, reporting meets Transformation Office requirements, and maintaining compliant initiative governance and reporting management. Working with internal business and project stakeholders, vendors, and third parties to ensure the successful delivery of projects and ensure open and frequent lines of visibility to stakeholders. Ensuring initiatives are resourced correctly, sponsors are engaged and aware of progress and all risks to delivery are identified and managed. Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? Strong understanding of the project management lifecycle and its practical application. Demonstrated success in leading complex business and technical change projects in corporate environments. Experience working within large, interdependent programmes and understanding delivery at scale. Over 7 years of post-qualification experience in IT, financial services, or related fields managing complex projects (preferred). Solid understanding of Agile methodology, including leading quarterly delivery planning, breaking down scope into epics and user stories, and effective prioritisation. Experience delivering in hybrid environments combining traditional governance with Agile squads or tribes. Knowledge of project management methodologies including Agile and Lean. Hands-on experience delivering projects in Agile environments. Familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, Lean, and SAFe frameworks. Current certifications in project management and Agile (preferred). Proven ability to identify complex risks, lead project reviews, and implement mitigation and contingency plans. Experience managing vendors and professional service contracts. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Proven ability to manage diverse resources in a matrix organisation. Proficiency in JIRA and Confluence. Understanding of financial services and compliance obligations of registered banks in New Zealand. Relevant domain knowledge in areas such as finance and treasury, HR, risk and compliance, product, customer, digital, technology, consumer banking and wealth, or institutional and business banking (preferred). Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including: 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best Additional purchased leave options of up to 4 weeks per year Banking benefits, insurance discounts, and superannuation scheme Growth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobility Recognition - we recognise and reward our star performers School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday 2 Volunteer days per year Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together. What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you! Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now! Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter. The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities. Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater Applications close: 17 October 2025 Our culture is rich with stories of how our people like to help, our customers, our community and each other. This is reflected through flexible working arrangements to ensure that our people have a balance in their life with those things that are important to them. Through ensuring that we provide opportunities to everyone regardless of what society throws at them, we are a safe place to work where you are treated equally and appreciated.

Responsibilities

Manage enterprise-wide digital initiatives ensuring alignment with scope, time, cost, and quality. Work with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and maintain governance and reporting management.