Manager, Financial Markets Group

Reserve Bank of Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

The Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) is seeking a Manager to drive automation, risk management and process improvements in its IMF/Treasury transactions context. Based at our Sydney head office with a hybrid work arrangement, the role leads a major system overhaul to enhance efficiency and reduce operational risk.

You will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, shape policy, and oversee delivery from design through implementation and beyond.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience with automating processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage risks and issues.
• Strong communication and collaboration with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead a root-and-branch overhaul to increase automation and reduce risk.
• Work with internal and external stakeholders to implement changes.
• Oversee implementation and ongoing monitoring post-implementation.

Skills

Automation experience

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Job description

Hybrid work environmentBased at our head office in Sydney CBDPermanent, full-time roleAbout the teamThe RBA participates in international efforts to address the challenges facing the global economy and financial system. It does so through its membership of global and regional forums and its bilateral relationships with other central banks. As part of these responsibilities, the RBA plays a central role in managing Australia’s financial relationship with the International Monetary Fund (IMF). This includes participation in various IMF loan programs that help countries in need of financial assistance.About the roleWe are looking for a manager with automation, business process and/or risk management expertise to create significant improvements in how the RBA meets its financial responsibilities to the IMF and Treasury, particularly managing and executing financial transactions.You will lead a root and branch overhaul of a complex system to increase automation and reduce risk, working closely with internal and external stakeholders and overseeing the process through implementation and beyond.About youYou will have:Demonstrated experience with automating processes.Demonstrated experience in contributing to the improvement of policies, systems and processes.Demonstrated ability to effectively manage risks and issuesSignificant experience in managing internal and external relationships, and communicating and collaborating effectively with key stakeholders to successfully deliver changeAn understanding of automating payments messages will be seen as favourable, but it is not essential.It is also preferrable but not essential to have an understanding of the risks associated with financial transactions that involve transferring money between international and domestic banks accounts, and in different currencies.We encourage interested candidates to apply as soon as possible, as this vacancy may close earlier than the advertised closing date.Be MoreWorking for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.Why RBA?The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people.Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go.Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry, and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward.Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.Application Close :November 24, 2026.