Head of Sustainable Finance

2 months ago


Wellington City, New Zealand Kiwibank Full time

Kiwibank is committed to being purpose-led and customer focused in everything we do.
- Based in Auckland or Wellington with the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements.
- Great benefits to including a wellbeing day each quarter

Join us at Kiwibank on an exciting journey to help create a more sustainable and resilient Aotearoa. As a purpose-led and customer-focused organisation, we are committed to making a positive impact. We have ambitious goals to drive sustainability, improve the financial wellbeing of our customers, and ensure that those in need of extra support receive it.

**This is us. Where making an impact matters.**

Reporting the GM of Sustainable Performance, you will lead a high-performing team and act as an ambassador for Kiwibank's sustainable finance and financial wellbeing initiatives. You will be responsible for identifying strategic opportunities and building partnerships while overseeing the acquisition of key sustainable finance deals. At the heart of this role is Kiwibank's purpose of Kiwi making Kiwi be better off. You will drive the development of market-leading sustainability and financial wellbeing solutions, oversee the sustainability-linked loan process, and ensure accurate reporting, impact measurement, and an exceptional customer experience throughout. In addition, you will build capability and understanding among our people and our valued customers.

**This is us. Where your expertise matters.**

At Kiwibank, we will help you build on your strengths and develop new skills, but in the meantime, we would love to hear from you if you have the following experience:

- Experience in sustainable finance, sustainability / ESG, banking or investment, or a similar professional area.
- Knowledge of, or experience with, financial services products and/or banking/ESG risk management.
- Proven senior leadership experience and the ability to influence at all levels across a business.
- Advanced ability to build relationships quickly and confidently and maintain effective working relationships with both internal and external parties.
- Strategic thinker while being commercially astute.

Above all we are looking for someone who embodies our Kiwibank purpose and values, and someone who thrives in a fun and supportive work environment.

**This is us. Where you matter.**

Making a difference for all Kiwi starts with making a difference for our people. Flexibility, growth, challenging and rewarding work - this is Kiwibank. A place where you can belong and thrive - we are as ambitious as we are caring. We have big ideas and big plans. For you, for Kiwibank and for all Kiwi.

**This is us. Where you and your whānau matter.**

For an idea about what life is like at Kiwibank and some of the benefits we offer make sure to check out the attached video.


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