Executive Manager Architecture Risk at Commonwealth Bank

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Architecture, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Design Quality, Control Effectiveness, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement, Technical Expertise, Assurance, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Resilience, Communication, Problem Solving, Influence

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Executive Manager – Architecture Risk Shape how we design, govern, and assure the future of architecture at CommBank. Do work that matters Technology & Operations Risk provides independent advice and assurance that helps CommBank transform safely and deliver exceptional customer outcomes. As the Executive Manager, Architecture Risk, you’ll play a pivotal Line 2 role partnering with architects, engineers, and risk professionals to strengthen architecture governance, control environments, and enable innovation within clear risk boundaries. You’ll use your architectural expertise to review, challenge, and guide how technology designs are developed and governed across the Group, ensuring we deliver resilient, secure, and scalable solutions that align with business strategy. See yourself in our team This role bridges deep technical architecture understanding with strong assurance and governance capability. You’ll act as a trusted advisor and challenger, engaging with senior architects, delivery leads, and business executives. Your work will influence major design decisions, embed sustainable risk management practices, and shape how architecture assurance is applied across the enterprise. Your day could look like (but not limited to): Providing independent review and challenge of architecture and design decisions to ensure alignment with CommBank’s risk appetite and architectural principles. Partnering across architecture, engineering, and operational risk teams to build a consistent and collaborative “One Risk” culture. Delivering targeted assurance reviews across architecture and service domains, documenting insights and recommendations. Offering practical, value-adding guidance to uplift design quality, control effectiveness, and governance outcomes. Building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders, balancing risk and innovation to support strategic delivery. Driving continuous improvement of architecture risk frameworks, standards, and assurance practices. What you’ll bring We’re looking for a proactive, strategic, and technically credible professional who’s passionate about architecture and eager to expand into risk and governance. You will have: Deep understanding of enterprise and solution architecture principles, ideally gained in banking or complex financial services environments. Proven experience delivering or reviewing large-scale architecture or design initiatives from inception to completion. Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills, with the ability to challenge constructively and communicate effectively at senior levels. Experience in assurance or quality review of technical or architectural work (preferred but not essential). An interest and willingness to develop capability in risk management and apply risk-based thinking to architecture decisions. A growth mindset, resilience, and collaborative approach to working across diverse teams and disciplines. Working at CommBank At CommBank, we’re building a diverse, inclusive, and empowered workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We invest in our people through skill development, collaboration, flexibility, and internal mobility. With service at the heart of everything we do, we take accountability for securing and enhancing the financial wellbeing of our customers, businesses, and communities. If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career. We're aware of some accessibility issues on this site, particularly for screen reader users. We want to make finding your dream job as easy as possible, so if you require additional support please contact HR Direct on 1800 989 696. Advertising End Date: 09/11/2025 Whether you’re passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career with CommBank is for you. Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive and flexible workplace. One where we’re driven by our values, and supported to share ideas, initiatives, and energy. One where making a positive impact for customers, communities and each other is part of our every day. Here, you’ll thrive. You’ll be supported when faced with challenges, and empowered to tackle new opportunities. We really love working here, and we think you will too.

Responsibilities

The Executive Manager, Architecture Risk will provide independent review and challenge of architecture and design decisions, ensuring alignment with CommBank’s risk appetite and architectural principles. This role involves partnering with various teams to build a collaborative risk culture and drive continuous improvement of architecture risk frameworks.