Manager Stress Testing

at  Westpac New Zealand

Mō te tūranga | About the Role
We are seeking a curious and committed individual to deliver solvency and climate change-related stress testing for Westpac.
Working with a wide range of stakeholders across the bank, you will have the opportunity to see the ‘big picture’ of how the bank operates in the face of recession, climate change and other emerging risks, while appreciating different perspectives for streamlining solutions.
Reporting to the Senior Manager, you will get to work on some interesting ‘hot’ topics which get reported to the Executive team, Board and Regulator. The role will also develop your expertise in regulatory capital, credit risk, provisioning, stress testing and other Quantitative Risk Management activities.
Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring?

We are ideally looking for a Chartered Accountant (or equivalent) with strong technical skills in external accounting, management reporting and forecasting, modelling and analysis. You will be able to demonstrate how you effectively communicate, consult and advise senior management in your current role.

• You will be an experienced people leader and comfortable navigating in a large complex corporate environment
• Tertiary qualification (Accounting/ Economics/ Quantitative or other relevant degree) or equivalent business experience
• Ideally you will have expertise in Basel, RBNZ BPRs (BS2B), APS113 and IFRS standards
• Demonstrated ability to influence the business to ensure Risk policies and guidelines are complied with
• Demonstrated ability to provide coaching for performance uplift
• Advanced SAS, SQL, R, Excel with VBA, Word and PowerPoint.
• Research and development experience in credit risk, statistical modelling, finance or related field desirable
• Aptitude for data management, analysis and manipulation.

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:
2 October 202

• You will be an experienced people leader and comfortable navigating in a large complex corporate environment
• Tertiary qualification (Accounting/ Economics/ Quantitative or other relevant degree) or equivalent business experience
• Ideally you will have expertise in Basel, RBNZ BPRs (BS2B), APS113 and IFRS standards
• Demonstrated ability to influence the business to ensure Risk policies and guidelines are complied with
• Demonstrated ability to provide coaching for performance uplift
• Advanced SAS, SQL, R, Excel with VBA, Word and PowerPoint.
• Research and development experience in credit risk, statistical modelling, finance or related field desirable
• Aptitude for data management, analysis and manipulation