Digital Design Lead at Westpac New Zealand

, , New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Digital Design, Service Design, Systems Thinking, UX Practices, Human-Centred Design, Communication Skills, Storytelling, Agile Methodologies, Design Systems, Governance Frameworks, Digital Accessibility, Inclusive Design, Data-Informed Design, Collaboration, Leadership, Strategic Thinking

Industry

Banking

Description

Digital Design Lead Perm, full time Auckland based Mō te tūranga | About the Role As the Digital Design Lead, you will be a strategic partner who connects teams and champions the role of Channel Design in shaping exceptional customer experiences. You’ll bring a broad and deep toolkit, from service design and systems thinking to detailed UX flows, applying it to scalable, sustainable practices that support enterprise-wide transformation. You lead, contribute, and enable others depending on the context, working closely with designers and key stakeholders to drive outcomes, shift mindsets, and build future-ready capability across the organisation. If you are passionate about driving strategic conversations, shaping exceptional customer experiences and advocating for design thinking and practice across teams and initiatives then apply now! Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? Around 8+ years of experience in design roles, with at least 3–5 years in a senior or leadership capacity. Proven ability to operate across multiple domains, adapting to lead, deliver, and connect as needed. Strong enterprise-level design experience, with the ability to link strategic intent to practical execution. Deep knowledge of human-centred design methods, from discovery through delivery. Skilled in applying service design, systems thinking, and UX practices to complex problems. Excellent communication and storytelling skills, able to influence and articulate design value to diverse audiences. Demonstrated experience driving conversations and outcomes in collaborative, multi-disciplinary environments. Ability to work effectively in agile or iterative delivery contexts. Comfortable switching between leadership and hands-on design work, depending on what the situation calls for. Experience with design systems and governance frameworks at scale. Familiarity with digital accessibility and inclusive design principles. Exposure to data-informed design practices and measurement of design impact. 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 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: 21 November 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

As the Digital Design Lead, you will connect teams and champion Channel Design to shape exceptional customer experiences. You will lead and enable others while working closely with designers and stakeholders to drive outcomes and build future-ready capabilities.