Credit Policy Manager

We’ve never been ‘just a bank’. Just like you should never be ‘just an employee’. We’re united in our belief that in banking, better can be bigger, and together we’re making it happen. It starts here. With Bendigo Bank… and you. Come and be part of our team future proofing our risk management capabilities. We take ownership of risk, with consistent practices and a growing culture of informed decision‑making. Our Credit Policy team are a small collaborative, cohesive and relationship driven team who lead the formulation and administration of the Bank’s credit risk policy and framework. The team ensures the Bank has a regulatory compliant policy framework, with a credit risk profile within its risk appetite and to support achievement of its business objectives. As a Credit Policy Manager you’ll make an impact by developing, maintaining and supporting the Bank’s Credit Policy framework, policies and standards including consumer and commercial lending. This is a permanent full‑time position. We offer flexible work options that put our people first, and a hybrid model of minimum three days per week based out of our Melbourne, Adelaide, Bendigo, Ballarat, Brisbane or Sydney corporate office. What you’ll bring to the role To succeed in this role, we’d love you to have: Strategic thinking including a flexible approach to problem solving and sound analytical skills Highly developed oral and written communication skills with the ability to adapt communication styles to suit varying audiences Collaborative approach to working with key stakeholders Ability to effectively balance competing time demands and prioritise work for the best overall individual and team outcomes Policy, lending, credit decisioning or credit risk management background Understanding of industry best practice credit or other policies and procedures Experience in project‑based work While not essential, it would be great if you had: Tertiary qualifications relevant banking or financial So, why work for us? Want big impact that matters? Here, you’ll know your work directly benefits the customers and communities we all serve. You’ll also get access to a great range of benefits, including: Flexibility means different things for different people. Whether it’s hybrid work, flexible hours, a compressed work week, job‑sharing or something different, our flexible work options are designed to put people first. Health and wellbeing support, including discounted gym memberships, private health insurance options, and our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your immediate family members. Opportunities to take your learning to the next level through our corporate university ‘BEN U’ or at an external provider of your choice. We believe a diverse workforce supported by an inclusive culture is central to our success and we actively encourage applications from those who bring diversity of thought to our business. We support candidate requests for adjustment to accommodate an illness, injury, or disability to equitably participate in the selection process. Still in two minds? Research suggests 60% of women and under‑represented groups might stop here, even after getting as far as drafting an application. We believe that diversity makes every team stronger, so even if you don’t tick every box we still want to see your application We’re making better, bigger. And we’ll get there with you. Now’s the time to set your sights even higher — on the future you and the future career you deserve. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Finance Banking and Financial Services #J-18808-Ljbffr