• Bring your experience in leading risk and compliance uplift and other strategic initiatives to this exciting role in a key execution and delivery team
• Be empowered to deploy your curiosity-led and problem-solving mindset to work autonomously across a range of diverse, purposeful and challenging initiatives
• As a risk and compliance SME and as a key point of contact in the business, you’ll collaborate with talented professionals in this high performing business area
• 12 month fixed term opportunity

Our people are customer obsessed. They prioritise the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else.  Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we strive to be the most customer centric company in Australia and New Zealand.

In the role Senior Consultant - Governance, Risk and Compliance, RPWR Portfolio Execution, you will join the People & Culture Team reporting to the Head of Portfolio Execution, RPWR.

Each day, you’ll go above and beyond to:

• Be responsible in leading the strategic rollout for risk and compliance uplift for a large and visible team within the bank.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across RPWR, P&C and broader NAB stakeholders (IT, Operations, Risk etc.) building trust through clear communication, action-orientated delivery, analytical problem-solving and data-backed decision-making.
• Be accountable to Senior Leaders and Executives within P&C through clear, concise and impactful reporting, as you uplift risk and compliance capabilities across teams.
• Provide SME Risk and Compliance guidance to colleagues in the Division across a number of large-scale project deliverables and transformation.
• Bring a hybrid skillset that is adaptable to change, a curious mindset that thrives in ambiguous environments and a focus on pragmatic, risk-based approaches to getting things done.

We’re looking for the brightest to deliver the best for our customers. You’ll need:

• 10+ years' experience working in a risk management, compliance and governance discipline (across Lines 1 and 2)
• 7+ years’ experience in Financial Services, Banking and/or Consulting in a project delivery, transformation or other execution capability.
• Self-starter who excels in navigating complexity, demonstrating high levels of agility and resilience in an often highly ambiguous environment.
• Demonstrated expertise within at least two or more of the following delivery skillsets:
• Obligations, risks and controls reviews
• Project management
• Process design and documentation
• Extensive experience in managing relationships with senior stakeholders, business leaders, and cross-functional teams.
• Practical knowledge of risk management frameworks and systems (in particular, GRACE/Archer) and the ability to proactively identify and mitigate risks within portfolio delivery.
• The ability to manage competing priorities across the portfolio and experience in escalating where necessary to ensure delivery of portfolio initiatives are met.
• Hands-on experience leading or supporting change management initiatives within large organisations, driving successful adoption of new processes or systems.
• Experience in People & Culture (P&C) processes, systems and capabilities such as Industrial Relations, Employee Relations, Payroll, Health, Safety & Wellbeing etc. will be highly regarded.

Please note: this is a parental leave cover for 12 months starting in approximately March 2026.

A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone

We know that our people make us who we are. That's why we have built a culture of equity and respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. In partnership with our multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) we continue to foster an inclusive environment, where all NAB colleagues’ unique backgrounds and identities are understood, respected and celebrated.  We are committed to providing an environment where you can work your way.

For details on the recruitment process, and accessibility, please visit https://www.nab.com.au/about-us/careers/apply-for-job.  To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact the NAB Careers team, via nab.careers@nab.com.au (please reference job number) or visit our Careers page through the link above for other contact options.

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If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.