Senior Agribusiness Relationship Manager

Bendigo And Adelaide Bank; Albany; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Legacy of Trust

Meaningful Impact

Culture That Cares

Flexible Hybrid Work

BEN U Learning

Job summary

Bendigo Bank Agribusiness in Albany invites a Senior Agribusiness Relationship Manager to support the Great Southern region. You’ll partner with farmers and local businesses to tailor financial solutions that help clients grow and thrive within a historic institution.

You’ll build trusted advisory relationships, lead community engagement, collaborate with internal teams, and mentor colleagues while travelling across the region.

Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of the agricultural sector and cash flows.
• Proven skills in financial analysis and interpreting statements.
• Expertise in agribusiness lending and credit risk principles.
• Innovative mindset with customer-first solutions.
• Current driver’s license and willingness to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Become a Trusted Advisor by building lasting partnerships.
• Fuel Community Growth through local engagement and opportunities.
• Innovate and Collaborate with internal teams on engagement plans.
• Mentor and Lead, sharing agricultural expertise across the state team.

Skills

Agribusiness understanding

Financial analysis

Agribusiness lending

Credit risk principles

Driver's license & travel

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Join a Business with a legacy of backing Australian Farmers.

For over 160 years, Bendigo Bank has been at the heart of Australian communities, earning its place as the nation’s most trusted bank. Our story is one of partnership, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to the people we serve. Now, as Bendigo Bank Agribusiness, we are proud to continue the specialised expertise of Rural Bank, deepening our commitment to the agricultural sector that feeds our nation.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a passionate Senior Agribusiness Relationship Manager to join our prestigious brand in Albany and support the vibrant Great Southern region. This is your chance to be part of a historic institution while shaping the future of Australian farming.

Your mission as our Senior Agribusiness Relationship Manager is to drive growth and cultivate success, you'll be more than a banker; you'll be a trusted partner carrying forward a legacy of connection to our regional communities. You will dive deep into the world of your clients, understanding their unique challenges and ambitions to deliver tailored financial solutions that help them thrive.

In this high-impact role, you will:

• Become a Trusted Advisor: Go beyond transactions to build lasting partnerships, offering strategic advice that helps local agribusinesses flourish.
• Fuel Community Growth: Actively connect with the local community, identifying new opportunities to expand our portfolio and bring our trusted services to more clients.
• Innovate and Collaborate: Partner with internal teams to design and execute local engagement plans that deliver wins for our customers, our communities, and our bank.
• Mentor and Lead: Share your agricultural expertise and elevate the skills of your colleagues, fostering a culture of growth and collective success across our state team.

What You'll Bring to the Table

We're looking for a natural connector with a passion for agriculture and finance. While a tertiary qualification is a great start, what truly matters is your drive and expertise.

You are someone who has:

• A deep understanding of the agricultural sector, its market dynamics, and cash flows.
• Proven skills in financial analysis and interpreting complex financial statements.
• Expertise in agribusiness lending and a strong grasp of credit risk principles.
• An innovative mindset, always looking for creative, customer-first solutions.
• A current driver's license and the flexibility to travel to connect with clients across the region.

Why Choose Bendigo Bank?

Forget being just another employee. Here, you’re part of a movement. We offer a career where you can achieve your professional goals without sacrificing your personal life.

• A Legacy of Trust: Represent a prestigious brand with a 160-year history of putting the community first.
• Meaningful Impact: See the direct results of your work as you help local families and businesses succeed.
• A Culture That Cares: Join a diverse and inclusive team where you are valued for who you are and what you bring.
• Flexibility That Works for You: We embrace hybrid work and offer flexible arrangements designed to fit your life.
• Unleash Your Potential: Access world-class learning and development opportunities, including our corporate university, ‘BEN U,’ to fast-track your career.

Ready to make better, bigger?

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 underrepresented 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!