Senior Release Manager Business Banking & Embedded Finance

As our highly valued SeniorReleaseManagerbasedin Brisbane you will lead the successful delivery of strategic business and technology initiatives that help Great Southern Bank achieve its growth ambitions while supporting our purpose of helping every Australian own their own home.

Youllwork across complex programs involving internal teams and fintech partners bringing structureclarityand momentum to collaborative ways of working manage competingprioritiesand ensure initiatives are delivered safely efficiently and with our customers at the centre of every decision.

Youllmake an impact by:

• Leading the end-to-end delivery of strategic initiatives ensuringreleases andprojects are delivered on time within scopebudgetand quality expectations.

• Driving collaborative iterative delivery practices that empower cross-functional teams to deliver value incrementally whilemaintainingstrong governance.

• Building trusted relationships with business leaders technologyteamsand external fintech partners to coordinate delivery and achieve shared outcomes.

• Managing project planning forecasting risks dependencies and financials providing clear reporting and visibility throughout the delivery lifecycle.

• Ensuring releases are effectively governedimplementedand embedded into business-as-usual operations.

• Coaching and supporting delivery teams to foster accountability continuousimprovementand high performance.

• Identifyingopportunities to improve delivery practicesprocessesand ways of working across the portfolio.

• Applying strong commercial and risk management disciplines to balance delivery outcomes with regulatory and governance requirements.

Do things differently with us

This role is ideal for an experienced delivery professional who enjoys bringing people together to solve complex problems and deliver meaningful business outcomes.

To succeed in this roleyoullenjoy:

• Leading complex technology and business initiatives from concept through to successful delivery.

• Working collaboratively across businesstechnologyand external partner teams.

• Creating clarity in complex environments and confidently managing competing priorities.

• Influencing senior stakeholders and building trusted relationships across the organisation.

• Improving delivery practices and driving continuous improvement.

• Balancing agility with governance to achieve sustainable outcomes.

• Seeing the tangible impact your work has on customerscolleaguesand the business.

Whatyoullbring

You will bring extensive experience leading complex project or portfolio delivery within financial services or similarly regulated environments.

Youllalso have:

• Significant experiencedelivering complex business and technology initiatives using Agile or hybrid delivery methodologies.

• Strong project planning schedulingbudgetingand financial forecasting capability.

• Experience managing vendors and third-party delivery partners.

• Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills across business and technology teams.

• Demonstrated ability to manage risksdependenciesand governance throughout the delivery lifecycle.

• Strong facilitationcommunicationand leadership skills that bring diverse teams together.

• Experience working within software delivery systemsimplementationor digital transformation environments.

• Relevant tertiary qualifications with Agile PRINCE2 MSP or similar certifications highly regarded.

Why Great Southern Bank

Whatever your role with us youll be part of a force for good. Were owned by our customers right here in Australia so our success benefits everyday people and families. Working at Great Southern Bank youll also enjoy a range of fantastic benefits some examples include:

• Helping you unlock a brighter future by investing in your development and wellbeing offering you study leave a day for you and professional wellbeing coaching.
• Benefits that support you and your wellbeing so that you can thrive at work and at home today and tomorrow. Enjoy access to our wellbeing centre and the flexibility to work from home two days a week.
• Helping you to achieve your financial goals and positively impact your family and community. We offer discounts on a wide range of Great Southern Bank products and services such as savings and transaction accounts insurance home loans and more!

Imagine working for a bank that truly helps people. You can.

Questions Please contact our Talent Acquisition team at

At Great Southern Bank were building a workplace where everyone belongs. We value diverse backgrounds cultures abilities and experiences - including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples veterans people with disability and the LGBTQ community - because it makes us stronger for our people customers and communities. Through flexible working collaboration and fair inclusive decision-making we empower our people to do their best every day.

Wemove with purpose are curious about whats next remain focused on whatmatters most and are always ready to find smarter ways to help our customersand communities thrive. Our people bring energy and initiative to afast-changing environment making thoughtful decisions that balance doing goodfor our customers with driving sustainable success for our business. If youenjoy working in a place where priorities evolve ideas are valued and everyaction contributes to something bigger youll feel right at home here at GreatSouthern Bank.

Required Experience:

Manager