Head of Technology, Wealth at Westpac Group | AU | Rezi

Head of Technology, Wealth at Westpac Group

Head of Technology, Wealth

Westpac Group · AU

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Head of Technology, Wealth

Westpac Group · AU

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About the Role

This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of Westpac’s Wealth business through technology. As Head of Technology, Wealth, you'll be the senior technology leader responsible for setting the strategic direction for technology across Wealth. You'll partner with executive business leaders to translate ambitious business outcomes into a long term technology vision that accelerates growth, strengthens customer value and positions Wealth for the future. You'll lead technology strategy, architecture, engineering and transformation across the Wealth portfolio while influencing investment priorities, modernisation initiatives and technology decisions that have lasting impact across the organisation. You'll champion modern engineering practices, foster a culture of innovation and accountability, and build the technology foundations that enable Wealth to move faster, operate smarter and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Responsibilities

  • Setting the strategic direction for technology across Wealth.
  • Translating ambitious business outcomes into a long term technology vision.
  • Leading technology strategy, architecture, engineering and transformation across the Wealth portfolio.
  • Influencing investment priorities, modernisation initiatives and technology decisions.
  • Championing modern engineering practices.
  • Fostering a culture of innovation and accountability.
  • Building technology foundations that enable Wealth to move faster, operate smarter and deliver exceptional customer experiences.

Requirements

  • Experience leading high-performing technology teams within complex regulated environments.
  • Proven ability to develop and execute technology strategies that align technology investment with long term business outcomes.
  • Executive presence and the ability to influence, challenge and partner with senior executives, boards members, governance forums and strategic stakeholders.
  • Experience leading large scale technology transformation, modernisation and simplification initiatives within complex environments.
  • A strong track record building high performing engineering organisations/businesses and championing modern engineering practices, automation, platform thinking and technology excellence.
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to balance investment, risk, customer outcomes and long-term strategic value.

Skills

  • Wealth Management experience
  • Technology strategy
  • Technology architecture
  • Engineering leadership
  • Transformation leadership
  • Modern engineering practices
  • Automation
  • Platform thinking
  • Technology excellence
  • Commercial acumen

Location

  • Sydney, Gadigal Country

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • Senior leadership

Benefits

  • Special offers on banking products
  • Discounts from top brands
  • Generous employee-only mortgage rates
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Variety of leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave
  • Tailored learning and development opportunities
  • Opportunities to give back to the Community by getting involved in volunteering initiatives

About the Company

  • We’re obsessed with becoming our customers' #1 banking partner for life.
  • We’re committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country.

Equal Opportunity

  • We’re all about creating a supportive and inclusive community.
  • We welcome everyone – no matter your age, gender, background, or abilities.
  • We also provide additional support to welcome our veterans, Indigenous Australians and neurodiverse community.
  • If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, you can find more information and contact details on our FAQs and how to contact us page, under the ‘Diversity, sustainability and flexibility’ section.
  • We may close this job advertisement earlier than the advertised closing date if suitable candidates are identified.
  • We encourage you to apply as soon as possible.