Senior Analyst | Banking and Financial Services

Macquarie Bank Limited; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellbeing leave day

Service bonus leave days

Parental leave (up to 20 weeks)

Volunteer leave and donation matching

Gender affirmation leave

Employee Assistance Program

Salary packaging options

Learning and development opportunities

Hybrid and flexible working

Work-from-home equipment reimbursement

Job summary

Macquarie Bank Limited in Sydney seeks a Senior Analyst to join the Banking and Financial Services Internal Audit team. You will support audits across the Banking and Financial Services Operating Group, delivering deeper insights through data analytics and AI-driven approaches to risk coverage and audit quality.

You will collaborate with stakeholders, draft findings for business stakeholders, and help strengthen controls in a fast-paced, digital-first environment.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years' experience in internal/external audit, risk management/risk consulting or Line 1 and 2 risk roles with a strong risk and controls mindset.
• Experience in financial services sector and banking is desired.
• Experience in leveraging data analytics and AI to drive audit insights on audits will be desired.
• Curiosity and practical interest in applying AI and emerging technologies to improve audit quality, coverage and efficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to draft audit issues and present findings to business stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, fostering a partnership approach to audit and risk management.
• A collaborative team player who works effectively with others, contributes positively to team outcomes and supports a constructive, inclusive team environment.
• The ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver deeper and more impactful audit insights across the Banking and Financial Services Operating Group.
• Support and undertake audits across the Banking and Financial Services Operating Group.
• Leverage AI, data analytics and other innovative techniques to enhance risk coverage, audit quality and insights.

Skills

Audit

Data analytics

AI in audits

Stakeholder management

Communication

Collaboration

Prioritization

Fast-paced environment

Education

Job description

Senior Analyst | Banking and Financial Services

Our Internal Audit Division provides independent and objective reviews of Macquarie’s material risks, helping the organisation manage current risks while anticipating future challenges. As part of our global team, you will work closely with stakeholders across Banking and Financial Services to deliver meaningful insights that support strong risk management and business outcomes.

We are a global financial services group operating in 30 markets with 57 years of unbroken profitability. At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that is fulfilling and creates value. You will bring your insights and expertise to the task at hand and feel supported as you make your own kind of impact for a better future.

What role will you play?

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You will be a key member of our audit team, using your experience to deliver deeper and more impactful audit insights. You will primarily support and undertake audits across the Banking and Financial Services Operating Group. The Banking and Financial Services group is Macquarie’s retail & business bank and wealth management arm, building market-leading digital platforms to serve our clients. We are a digital-first business, focused on using technology and data to create innovative financial products and a seamless customer experience. This role offers a significant opportunity to contribute to a more contemporary approach to auditing, harnessing AI, data analytics and other innovative techniques to enhance risk coverage, audit quality and insights.

What you offer

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• A minimum of 3 years' experience in internal/external audit, risk management/risk consulting or Line 1 and 2 risk roles with a strong risk and controls mindset.
• Experience in financial services sector and banking is desired.
• Experience in leveraging data analytics and AI to drive audit insights on audits will be desired.
• Curiosity and practical interest in applying AI and emerging technologies to improve audit quality, coverage and efficiency.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to draft audit issues and present findings to business stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships with stakeholders, fostering a partnership approach to audit and risk management.
• A collaborative team player who works effectively with others, contributes positively to team outcomes and supports a constructive, inclusive team environment.
• The ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

What we offer

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At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on employment type, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year
• Up to 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks’ paid leave for non-primary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Up to 12 months’ gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks’ paid leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations
• Access to a wide range of salary packaging options
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About the Internal Audit Division

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The Internal Audit Division provides independent and objective risk-based assurance on the effectiveness of Macquarie’s risk management framework. Our global team conducts risk-based reviews focused on the effective operation of controls and governance processes, identifying insights through innovation and critical thinking. Our collaboration across all Groups is crucial to highlight potential risks and ensures compliance with regulatory standards in maintaining Macquarie’s integrity and success.

Inclusion at Macquarie

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We are committed to providing an inclusive environment for all, where different experiences, skills and perspectives are valued and respected. Macquarie provides access to opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, gender identity or any other characteristic or circumstance.

We provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and employment. If you require an adjustment, please let us know during the application process.