Sunday, October 26, 2025
Westpac New Zealand

Organisational Development Manager - Leadership Development

Posted: 2 days ago

Job Description

At Westpac New Zealand, our leaders play a key role in delivering on our strategy and inspiring our teams to achieve our purpose. This is why it is critical we provide them with the right support, care, trust and development opportunities – we're proud to help our leaders succeed.Mō te tūranga | About the Role Westpac is seeking an experienced Organisational Development Manager – Leadership Development for a fixed-term position within the Culture, Capability and Learning team. This role will be key in facilitating our new enterprise-wide leadership development programme roll out, which is aligned with Westpac's Leadership Capability Framework and our strategic objectives. Deep experience in, and passion for, adult learning is essential to thrive in this role.The Organisational Development Manager – Leadership Development is part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team who are passionate about creating the best environment and conditions for our people to be the best they can be. We are actively working to become future ready by implementing initiatives that support our people for success now and in the future. As with all our roles, this opportunity is dynamic in nature and will require flexibility, agility and willingness to collaborate as required to deliver on priorities across the wider Culture, Capability and Learning team to support business outcomes.Nā tāu rourou | What will you bring? Excellent understanding of best practice in Organisational Development and leadership development with proven ability to operationalise theory and strategy within a large, fast-paced and challenging corporate environmentDeep experience of facilitating learning and leadership development with a wide variety of participantsBuilding enduring relationships, both within the immediate team and across the breadth of the organisation, will be your modus operandiExceptional self-awareness and empathy with the ability to relate to people from a diverse range of backgroundsExcellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation) combined with collaboration, influencing and change management skills will be among your superpowersDrive to exceed customer expectations will ensure the best possible results for the organisation, showing determination, resourcefulness and a sense of purpose in achieving thisProblem solving and analytical skills – ability to draw insights and tell stories using multiple sources of informationYou'll thrive in a dynamic environment using your excellent programme management and time management skills, and your ability to adapt to shifting prioritiesAdvanced use of Microsoft Office suite including facilitation using MSTeamsPrevious experience in culture or business transformation programmes of workWestpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac In addition to immersing yourself in a supportive team environment, you'll receive some great job perks and benefits including:4 weeks standard holiday + 5 additional days of wellbeing leave to support you to be your bestGrowth and development – we provide opportunities for development and promote internal mobilityRecognition - we recognise and reward our star performersSchool holiday subsidy - help you balance work and family during school holiday2 Volunteer days per yearKo mātou tēnei | Our OrganisationAt 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 GreaterApplications Close4 November 2025

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