We are currently looking for an Influential Leader, who will inspire, engage and develop the IT Banking Systems Team while ensuring the availability, continuous evolution and improvement of those systems. Ideally we are looking for an experienced Senior Leader who have previously managed teams of 30-50 people and has strong knowledge of Core Banking Systems.

Your team

You will lead 36 employees across 3-4 agile squads made up of both IT and Banking members. Employees report into the Manager, Banking (BK) Systems Services and Manager, Banking (BK) Systems Delivery.  BK Systems Services has carriage over systems architecture/design, maintenance, operations and continuous improvement; whilst the BK Systems Delivery team is responsible for the delivery roadmap with and build out of technology capability including development for the services Banking offers its customers. While leading those teams you will be working on Process Simplification, increasing value for Banking (and its customers) and crafting the Future State of Banking Systems based on emerging technologies and new trends in the industry.

Do work that makes a difference

• Provide strong leadership by developing the team’s professional expertise and empowering respective teams to continually improve processes and services
• Ensure that the Bank has capabilities needed to maintain the integrity and availability of critical banking systems with 99.95% availability
• Contribute to the broader strategic direction and leadership of the area, sharing accountability with other leaders for overall performance of deliverables and outcomes that meet current and future needs
• Establish and maintain RBA values aligned culture by enabling an environment for high levels of employee engagement and achievement as well as culture focused on continuous improvement
• Contribute to the improvement of policies, systems and processes, ensuring the integrity and suitability of information, disciplined documentation and alignment with industry standards.

Skills and Experience

• Degree qualification in IT and experience in design/development of banking applications & systems
• Extensive experience in leading multi-cultural and diverse teams working on highly complex systems development and maintenance activities
• Strong capability to build relationships to bridge the divide between business and technology advocates to deliver value to the business
• Advanced knowledge of managing high availability systems with 99.95% availability that are critical real time systems with high throughput requirements and 24x7 operational requirements
• Demonstrable experience in developing and implementing strategic objectives
• Proven track record in process simplification and upgrade of technologies and systems
• Commercial and risk acumen in managing complex technology environments
• Senior and executive stakeholder management and Board-level communications
• Experience of working with Government agencies would be desirable

What’s on offer?

• Work for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the Australian people
• Develop your career in a collaborative environment
• Access a wide-range of benefits including flexible work arrangements

Your development & career

Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the Australian people, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports people’s growth, well-being and promotes flexibility.

Why RBA?

The RBA pursues national economic policy objectives and undertakes a range of associated activities in financial markets and banking. It also issues Australia's banknotes and operates infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contributes to the welfare of the Australian people.

Our people have a critical role to play in achieving these objectives, whether directly or in a supporting capacity. As a values driven organisation, our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry, we treat one another with respect, while promoting the public interest in our efforts. 

The Reserve Bank of Australia is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage applications from experienced candidates seeking workplace flexibility.