Senior Manager, Audit Services
Te tūranga – The role
As the Senior Manager, Audit Services you will be responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the RBNZ Internal Audit function. You will oversee internal audit activities to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
You will;
Develop and deliver on the RBNZ’s internal audit strategy and work programme and Internal Audit plan reporting through to the Board Audit Sub-committee.
Provide strategic insights that contribute to the ongoing improvement and innovation of audit practices, procedures and methodologies.
Identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations to enhance operational efficiency, control environment and risk management across the breadth of RBNZ activities.
Lead the delivery of group and cross functional strategies, activities, initiatives and programmes/projects working closely with first- and second-line risk functions.
Lead the team responsible for delivery of the Internal Audit plan, including managing co-source arrangements.
Ō pūkenga – About you
You will be both adaptable and strategic in your thinking and are able to lead both functionally and strategically to ensure shared success.
In addition to this you will;
Have demonstrable experience developing internal audit strategies and leading teams responsible for delivery of complex work programmes
Have demonstrable people leadership experience in Audit
Possess relationship management experience to build, develop and maintain relationships with both your team and stakeholders
Be CA qualified (or equivalent)
Strong communication skills, with a collaborative style and an ability to be objective with setting workplans and priorities.
Ko wai matou – Who we are
We’re kaitiaki (guardians) of New Zealand’s financial ecosystem – enabling economic wellbeing and prosperity for all New Zealanders. We do this by providing money and cash, helping to keep prices stable and people in work, maintaining safe banking and underpinning the financial system that allows New Zealand to spend, save, insure and do business.
We do all we can to support, a sustainable, productive and efficient economy built on integrity, innovation and inclusion. We’re building diversity and inclusion into everything we do. Our differences seed our innovation and help us deliver our best work – reflective of the needs of society. We welcome and value knowledge of Te Ao Māori, Te Tiriti and Tikanga.
Ngā painga – What we can offer you
The Reserve Bank – Te Pūtea Matua has so much to offer. From flexible working to an inclusive and positive workplace culture, our benefits include additional leave options, a wellness package, working-from-home equipment subsidy, generous parental leave provisions, learning and development opportunities, and access to numerous social, networking and sporting activities.
Find more information about our benefits here: www.rbnz.govt.nz/careers/our-benefits
Come join us if you want to make an impact
Working at the Reserve Bank – Te Pūtea Matua is about more than a job. Here you’ll have a career, a community, and an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others.
Bring your talent, curiosity and expertise and we’ll help you do the rest. You’ll be part of one of the world’s most trusted and respected central banks. We’ll invest in you. And with you, we’re investing in New Zealand.
Kōrero tāpiri – Additional information
We welcome all people and we want everyone to be able to equitably participate in our recruitment process. Get in touch with us if there are any barriers to you applying, or if you have access needs and require support or adjustments: email recruitment@rbnz.govt.nz.
Me pēhea te tuku tono – Interested?
Check out the job description for this role or email us at recruitment@rbnz.govt.nz for more info. You can also contact us if you need any accessibility support to apply for this role.
Applications for this role close at 5pm on Sunday 17th August 2025. Please include a cover letter outlining why you think you’ll be a great fit for the role. Whilst acknowledging the growing use of AI, we kindly ask that the information you provide outlines why you think you’ll be a great fit for this role and authentically