- Full-time, permanent role
- Candidates must be based in Queenstown for in-person meetings with clients
- Monday to Friday
Mō te Tūranga – About the role
We're looking for an experienced Banker who is highly motivated and client-focused to join our award-winning Private Bank. You will partner with Executive Private Advisors or Private Advisors to deliver exceptional client experiences and support the growth of valuable client relationships. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and stakeholders. Your success will be measured by your ability to deliver exceptional client outcomes, support the growth of client relationships, and contribute to the achievement of business objectives.
As an Associate Private Banker, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of our service proposition to High-Net-Worth Private Wealth and Private Family Banking clients. You will be responsible for managing client relationships, coordinating the delivery of client services, and identifying opportunities to grow client relationships. You will work closely with Executive Private Advisors, Private Advisors, and other stakeholders to deliver exceptional client experiences and achieve business objectives. Your role will require a deep understanding of our clients' needs, excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Ngā mea kia whai angitū ahau? – What do I need to be successful?
- Proven experience in banking, private banking, or investment/wealth management, with a strong understanding of business and consumer lending products.
- Advanced credit skills, with a solid background in complex lending such as trusts, and excellent financial numeracy, including the ability to interpret financial accounts and statements.
- Strong client service background, with 4-5 years of experience in financial/banking services, and excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Technical proficiency in Microsoft Suite, including Power BI, Outlook, and Teams, as well as knowledge of Westpac lending systems and banking-related compliance.
Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac
As well as immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you’ll be offered some of the best banking, and lifestyle benefits in the market along with:
- 4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your best
- Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year
- Banking benefits, insurance discounts and superannuation scheme
- Career growth – we promote internal capability; we have programmes that recognise star performers
- Generous parental leave – and top up government paid parental leave
- School holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday
- Environmental and community care programmes
Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation
At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.
What makes us unique are the incredible people we’re lucky enough to have walk through our doors every day. The giant ‘W’ on our building doesn’t just stand for Westpac – it says, double you. We’re a place that values, rewards and recognises individuality. Where you can be your whole self, your true self, and your best self. We’re recognised as a place where talent is developed, where passions are fuelled and where ambitions of all shapes and sizes thrive. And it all starts with you!
Tono mai ināianei! | Apply Now!
Apply today with your CV and Cover Letter.
The people of Aotearoa, New Zealand hail from many cultures and backgrounds. At Westpac New Zealand, we draw on this enormous talent pool to cultivate a team rich in ability and empowered to reach its full potential. Our aim is to be brave challengers, celebrating our differences and relentlessly advocating for our customers. It starts with us – we believe that when we care deeply and do our best for our people, they’ll do their best for our customers. We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.
Mahi tahi tātou, kaha ake tātou | Together Greater
Applications close:
12 August 2025