See yourself in our team:

This role sits within the CBA Business Banking ESG (Environmental Social & Governance) and Sustainable Finance team, which is part of the Major Client Group (MCG) division. The team:

• is accountable for designing frameworks and processes that support the management of ESG risk across BB;

• directly supports larger BB clients with structuring Sustainable Finance solutions;

• ensures we have a market leading suite of products and services available to support the broader BB segment; and

• supports the design and implementation of the Group and Business Banking’s Environmental and Social strategic priorities.

As one of the largest business banks in the country, we have a responsibility to meet the current needs of our customers and the community while operating sustainably for future generations. We have an important role to play in supporting Australia’s transition to a net zero economy and helping customers understand and reduce their environmental footprint and improve social outcomes.

Do work that matters:

Reporting directly to the General Manager, ESG and Sustainable Finance, this is a high impact, high visibility, and high accountability role. You will have one direct report who will support you working with senior stakeholders in distribution, product, Line 2 risk and Group E&S. You will have accountability for decisions that will shape BB’s longer-term approach to ESG in a context that is rapidly evolving.

If you enjoy complexity and working in lots of grey, where we apply judgement to effectively balance outcomes across customers, risk, our community, and the broader Australian economy, you will love this role!

You will need patience and tenacity as you support capability uplift across the BB and ongoing maturity in our control environment. You will enjoy intellectual stimulation but it’s essential you have the ability to apply a practical lens to theoretical concepts and ultimately ensure we are managing our ESG risk in an efficient and effective manner.

CBA’s vision is to build a brighter future for all. Our Group strategy sets the expectation that we will lead through the transition. Our ambition in the ESG and Sustainable Finance team is to be internationally recognised as a leader in business banking for sustainability. In a small team the contribution from every individual makes a difference. If you are inspired to have an impact on this vision, strategy, and ambition then this could be the role for you.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the customer ESG risk assessment process in BB

• Leading delivery of the BB E&S strategy risk initiatives

• Establish and improve BB processes to better manage risk associated with E&S topics

• Working closely with risk management and compliance teams across BB and Group to ensure relevant E&S risk frameworks are implemented in BB

• Engaging other teams across the Business Bank and the Group to keep abreast of their strategic agenda and be aware of interdependencies

• Contribute to developing the E&S Strategy and the forward looking roadmap of initiatives for BB

• Taking ownership of risk related outcomes and associated work streams/ projects end to end, and independently manage deliverables

• Working closely with other risk, frontline distribution, product, and delivery teams across Group and BB to deliver E&S initiatives  

• Identifying roadblocks or dependencies, which could impact specific work stream / projects and resolve as required

• Contribute to developing the internal E&S capabilities of BB staff through education and engagement

• Contribute content and information to the CBA’s E&S related disclosures e.g. Climate Report and Modern Slavery & Human Trafficking Statement

• Analysing information and presenting it clearly and concisely for stakeholders to understand and make informed decisions

• Writing and presenting formal papers for various Business Banking Risk Committees,

• Providing regular updates on E&S initiatives, portfolio risk reporting and outcomes of ESG risk assessments

We’re interested in hearing from people who have:

Essential:

• Passion for sustainability and management of ESG risk.

• Solid understanding of non-financial risk management e.g. experience working in a risk or product team.

• Excellent written communication skills that can be used in a variety of contexts e.g. writing high quality papers for risk committees, drafting guidelines for distribution teams, documenting decisions made with respect to ESG risk assessments.

• Ability to work autonomously, make sound decisions, use judgement to escalate when required, engage with a broad range of stakeholders in sometimes challenging conversations.

Nice to have:

• Experience or expertise in sustainability, climate science and/or social impact.

• Consulting or professional services experience.

• Understanding of the Business Banking industry and/or experience working in CBA.

What’s in it for you?

You get to:

• Shape and influence the Business Bank’s position as an industry leader in supporting customers through the transition to net-zero.

• Have a real impact on customers, the community and the strength of the Australian economy.

• Work directly with your GM to accelerate your development and career progression.

• Work in a high-performing, passionate, fun, supportive team.

If this sounds like you, apply now!

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