Careers at NBS

About NBS

We’re a full banking service provider, dedicated to understanding our client’s needs and to providing a superior level of service. We make banking easy for our clients – whether individuals, families, businesses or community-focused organisations and work together to support their growth and success.

We believe in placing an emphasis on building long-term, personal relationships with our clients. Every client is more than just a number to us; they’re part of our extended family. It’s why our clients stay with us year after year and why we have multi-generational families who bank with us.

Banking that’s mutually beneficial.

Unlike the big banks we're a mutual society. This means we’re owned by our clients, not shareholders and can think differently about our profits. We invest our profits back into the business to provide service improvements for our clients and offer support to local community groups through our sponsorship and community investment programme.

Our clients love that we play a part in building stronger, more connected communities by supporting and investing in hundreds of charities and community organisations in the regions they live in each year. Over the last 10 years we’ve invested over $7 million into our communities.

About the role

Are you passionate about risk management and quality assurance? We are seeking a dedicated Risk Management Specialist to support the development and implementation of effective risk management strategies and quality assurance standards. Join us and help the business effectively identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks, enhance accountability and performance, and enable continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, Implement and Support the creation and execution of risk management programs, policies, standards, and practices.

Provide independent monitoring and assurance of risk and quality-related management systems.

Foster a Risk Culture: Promote a proactive risk culture that encourages improvement and accountability within the organization.

About you

You will hold a relevant degree or equivalent experience. Have proven experience in risk, quality, or compliance roles, preferably within the banking/financial services sector.

Have experience developing and implementing programs, policies, and practices to effectively manage risks with a good understanding of independent monitoring of risk, compliance, and/or quality management systems as part of the three lines model.

Understanding of controls and internal assurance

Some experience in coordinating business continuity and/or crisis management plans would be advantageous.

You’ll also have

A good understanding of risk frameworks, models, and best practices combined with attention to detail, and the ability to apply sound judgment and problem-solving.

You must have the ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the business to support a robust risk culture at NBS, plus excellent written and oral communication skills.

What we offer

We know our people make us who we are. In return for your passion and commitment we offer a competitive salary as well as on-going professional development opportunities.

It’s an exciting time to join NBS as we continue to grow our business.

To apply for this role, you must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand.

Interested in becoming a key player in our risk management team? Could this role be the perfect match for your skills and aspirations? If so we’d love to hear from you!

To apply for this role visit seek.co.nz

Applications close: 1 July 2025

NBS is not a registered bank.

About NBS

We’re a full banking service provider, dedicated to understanding our client’s needs and to providing a superior level of service. We make banking easy for our clients – whether individuals, families, businesses or community-focused organisations and work together to support their growth and success.

We believe in placing an emphasis on building long-term, personal relationships with our clients. Every client is more than just a number to us; they’re part of our extended family. It’s why our clients stay with us year after year and why we have multi-generational families who bank with us.

Banking that’s mutually beneficial.

Unlike the big banks we're a mutual society. This means we’re owned by our clients, not shareholders and can think differently about our profits. We invest our profits back into the business to provide service improvements for our clients and offer support to local community groups through our sponsorship and community investment programme.

Our clients love that we play a part in building stronger, more connected communities by supporting and investing in hundreds of charities and community organisations in the regions they live in each year. Over the last 10 years we’ve invested over $7 million into our communities.

About the role

We’re seeking a leader to spearhead the development and enhancement of credit risk policies and function.

Oversee credit exposures and proactively manage portfolio risks to ensure financial stability.

Ensure strict adherence to regulatory requirements, safeguarding NBS's reputation and operations.

Work closely with internal stakeholders, including the Board and Senior Leadership, to facilitate sound lending decisions and monitor borrower performance.

Maintain alignment with our strategic risk appetite and compliance requirements.

About you

You will hold a relevant degree and have a minimum of 10 years’ experience in credit risk management within the New Zealand banking sector.

We’re looking for demonstrated people leadership experience with the ability to engage and motivate your team to drive high performance.

A strong knowledge of credit risk frameworks, policies, and regulations applicable in New Zealand. Extensive experience in credit risk assessment, portfolio management, and risk modelling, and expertise in analysis and testing.

What we offer

We know our people make us who we are. In return for your passion and commitment we offer a competitive salary as well as on-going professional development opportunities.

Join a team that values innovation and strategic growth. Collaborate with industry leaders and make a significant impact.

It’s an exciting time to join NBS as we continue to grow our business. This role will lead a hybrid team, so we are open to candidates who are remote workers or need some flexibility.

To apply for this role, you must be a New Zealand citizen, resident, or have already secured the right to work in New Zealand.

To apply for this role visit seek.co.nz

Applications close 4 July 2025

NBS is not a registered bank.