Senior Analyst, Banking

Australian Prudential Regulation Authority; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) is seeking a Senior Analyst to help supervise Australia's largest banks. You will analyse financial and non-financial risks, engage with banks and contribute to supervisory assessments that support a safe and stable financial system.

Based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane, you will develop expertise in banking, risk management and prudential supervision while working on issues that matter to Australia’s financial system and community.

Qualifications

• Experience in banking, financial services, risk management, consulting, economics, accounting, public policy or a related field.
• Strong analytical abilities and ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills for stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Analyse information to identify emerging risks, issues and trends.
• Contribute to major bank cohort supervision and benchmarking activities.
• Develop supervisory risk assessments and recommendations to address prudential issues.
• Engage with banks and participate in supervisory reviews.
• Prepare briefings and advice for internal decision-makers.
• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Risk assessment

Stakeholder engagement

Written & verbal communication

Judgement

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

• Develop supervisory skills to support high-quality analysis & risk assessment in the financial industry
• This role can be based in our Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane office

The role

As a Senior Analyst, you will help supervise some of Australia's largest banks. You will analyse financial and non-financial risks, engage with banks and contribute to supervisory assessments that support APRA's objective of maintaining a safe and stable financial system, while ensuring regulation remains efficient and proportionate.

This role provides an opportunity to develop expertise in banking, risk management and prudential supervision while working on issues that matter to Australia's financial system and community.

The team

The General Insurance and Banking Division is responsible for the supervision of all general insurers and banks. The Division supports APRA's core function through supervision that contributes to the safety and stability of the financial system, while ensuring regulation remains efficient and proportionate.

You will work closely with supervisors, risk specialists and policy teams across APRA, and engage with banks, government agencies and industry stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse information to identify emerging risks, issues and trends;
• Contribute to major bank cohort supervision and benchmarking activities;
• Develop supervisory risk assessments and recommendations to address prudential issues;
• Engage with banks and participate in supervisory reviews;
• Prepare briefings and advice for internal decision-makers;
• Build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders; and
• Contribute to policy and regulatory initiatives across APRA and the financial sector.

About you

• Experience in banking, financial services, risk management, consulting, economics, accounting, public policy or a related field;
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to assess complex information and exercise sound judgement;
• Strong written, verbal and stakeholder engagement skills;
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work collaboratively; and
• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.

To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen with eligibility to obtain and maintain Australian Government Security clearance.

About APRA

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) places you at the heart of Australia's financial services industry. APRA serves the Australian community by helping ensure financial institutions deliver on the financial commitments they make, within a stable, efficient and competitive financial system.

At APRA we're committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs, feels valued and respected. We aspire to attract and foster diversity of background, thought, and experience, recognising that a broad range of perspectives, approaches and ideas makes us stronger, and better enables us to meet our obligation to protect the financial wellbeing of the Australian community. When applying, please inform us of any adjustments you may need during the interview process.