Senior Manager Modelling
Worker Type:
PermanentHere at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way."
We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same.
Komātoutēnei| This is Us
The Modelling & Decision Strategy teamisfocused ondeliveringsustainable,world-class credit risk models, decision strategies, monitoring,analyticsand actionable insightsthat support better outcomes for our customers and the bank.To help us continueour journey,we are looking for a Senior Manager Modelling to jointheteam.
MōteTūranga| About the Role
We sat down with our Head of Modelling & Decision Strategy who let us know the following about the role:
What are some of the key focus areas for this opportunity?
Lead the design and build of statistically sound credit risk models to support robust risk management of relevant portfolios, including decision and Internal Ratings Based (IRB) models.
Ensure models and model performance monitoringcomply withinternal governance frameworks and regulatory and legislative requirements.
Lead team members through the model development process, ensuring the right statistical techniques are applied and deliverables align with requirements.
Strengthen portfolio analysis capabilityby providingmeaningful,actionable insights on portfolio trends,proactivelyidentifyingopportunities,and ensuring existing and emerging risksacrossrelevant models and portfolios are effectivelyidentified,monitoredand managed.
Contribute confidently to regulatory engagement, clearly explaining modelling approaches, outcomes and recommendations to regulators and senior stakeholders.
What do we want you to know before you apply?
As Senior Manager Modelling, youwillleada team of quantitative analysts andpartnerwith teams across the banktodetermineoptimalstatistical solutions. You will play a key role indesigning and delivering differentiated propositions thatsupport stronger risk management,better customeroutcomesand better bank outcomes.
What attributes will this person displayin order tobe successful in this role?
At least 7 years’ handson model development experience within a financial institution or IRB-accredited bank.
In-depth knowledge of regulatory requirements, model risk governance and statistical and analytical modelling techniques used in industry.
Demonstrated experience of leading a high performing analytical team.
Strong analytical capability, with theability to proactively deliver insightsthatenhance credit risk models anddecisionstrategies.
Strong coding capability and practical experience using Python and other toolscommonlyused for data processing, modelling,strategydevelopmentand management,such asSQL,PySpark, SAS, JSON,PowerBIand Tableau.
Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence toleaddiscussions with senior leaders, internal governanceforumsand regulators.
What is the team culture and environment like?
You will be joining a high-performing team that iscommitted toexcellence,collaborationand continuous improvement.We foster asupportive environment where people are encouraged to grow, challenge themselves and work together to deliver meaningful strategic outcomes for our stakeholders and customers.
Nau Mai kitePēkeo Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand
This is an exciting opportunity to join us! We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it.
Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.”
Closing Date: 20 September 2026Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early.