The Senior Project Lead, Operational Risk – Line 1B Risk Partner role supports ANZ’s first-line businesses in identifying, assessing and managing operational risks. Requirements typically include strong experience in operational risk, risk and control assessments, governance, issue management, project delivery and regulatory environments. Candidates are expected to partner effectively with business leaders, challenge risk decisions constructively, improve risk frameworks and controls, and communicate complex matters clearly to senior stakeholders. The role also requires strong analytical, organisational and influencing skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver practical risk solutions. Experience in banking, financial services, transformation or operational resilience would be valuable.
ANZ Group Holdings Limited is one of Australia and New Zealand’s major banking groups, providing retail, commercial and institutional banking, payments and wealth-related services. Founded in 1835, the bank serves millions of customers across Australia, New Zealand and selected international markets. ANZ employs a large workforce across banking, technology, risk, operations and corporate functions. Its business supports individuals, small businesses, major organisations and governments with lending, deposits, transaction banking, financial markets and digital services. The bank places strong emphasis on responsible banking, customer outcomes, risk management, regulatory compliance and technology-led transformation. This role sits within the organisation’s operational risk environment, helping business teams strengthen controls, manage emerging risks and meet governance expectations.
Australia offers strong employment opportunities in banking, risk, compliance, technology, healthcare, engineering, construction, education and professional services. Major financial centres include Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane, while Perth and Adelaide also have growing markets. Workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative and relatively informal, with emphasis on professionalism, inclusion and work-life balance. Lifestyle varies from vibrant city living to coastal, regional and outdoor communities; housing costs can be high in major cities. Skilled professionals may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa, state-nominated pathways or temporary graduate options, depending on qualifications and eligibility. Relocating usually requires an employment contract, visa approval, health insurance arrangements, tax registration and suitable accommodation. Researching state nomination rules and living costs before accepting an offer is advisable.
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