Technology People Lead | 12 Months Fixed Term at Westpac New Zealand

, , New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Talent Management, Coaching, Mentoring, Recruitment, Workforce Planning, Cultural Transformation, Resource Allocation, Diversity, Collaboration, Technical Expertise, Positive Work Environment, Employee Lifecycle Management, Facilitation Skills, Career Growth, Wellbeing Support

Industry

Banking

Description

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role At Westpac New Zealand, we are driven by our purpose: Creating Better Futures Together. As a Technology People Lead in our Fraud and FinCrime team, you will play a key role in building a high performing and positive culture. This is a 12-month fixed term role where you will ensure our people have the support, development, and leadership they need to thrive. You will be part of a business that values diversity, inclusion, and sustainability, and you will help us make Aotearoa New Zealand greater for everyone. Ko tō mahi | What you’ll do Lead and develop a high performing team, supporting their career growth and wellbeing Coordinate talent management and workforce planning, including recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding Foster a positive, safe, and inclusive work environment Collaborate with stakeholders across Technology and the wider business to deliver effective people strategies Coach and mentor team members, driving cultural transformation and change Manage resource allocation and talent pipelines, with a focus on diverse technology talent Develop and implement technology frameworks and processes, ensuring alignment across teams Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? At least five years’ experience managing technical professionals Proven leadership experience with large teams Experience in recruitment and managing the full employee lifecycle Strong coaching, mentoring, and facilitation skills Ability to develop and grow high performing people, providing clarity and maximising performance Subject matter expertise in the relevant technology practice area is preferred A collaborative approach and a passion for creating a positive, healthy, and safe working environment 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: Flexible work arrangements 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 January 2026 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

Lead and develop a high performing team while coordinating talent management and workforce planning. Foster a positive work environment and collaborate with stakeholders to deliver effective people strategies.