Partner - Business

Job description

Worker Type: Permanent Here at BNZ, it's about more than just banking. We work together in an agile, energising environment to create innovative solutions through our promise "If you can imagine a better future, let's find a way." We support wellbeing, flexible working and have a generous leave offering. There is the opportunity for growth, learning and career development. No two days are the same. Help New Zealand businesses grow with BNZ - Ready to make a real impact in one of New Zealand’s most dynamic business communities? We’re looking for an energised, commercially minded Business Banking Partner to join our high-performing Highbrook team. At BNZ, we love working alongside businesses to help them grow — and we have the products, insights, and expertise to help our customers turn ambition into action. Mō te Tūranga | About the Role This is a varied, customer-facing role where you’ll build trusted relationships, uncover opportunities, and help business customers achieve their goals. As a Business Banking Partner, you’ll : Own, manage, and grow a portfolio of business clients by understanding their needs and backing their ambitions. Deliver against key financial, customer, and risk metrics. Meet with new and existing clients, both in our offices and at their businesses. Connect customers with practical BNZ solutions across transactional banking, lending, insights, and learning opportunities. Build strong local connections and referral networks that help create new business opportunities. Lead business development activities in your market and represent BNZ at key events. Work with a talented, supportive team that is focused on delivering great outcomes for customers and each other. What attributes will help you succeed? We’re looking for a confident relationship builder with strong technical banking capability, sound commercial judgement, and the drive to grow a quality business portfolio. You’ll bring at least three years’ business banking experience and be confident identifying customer needs, structuring practical solutions, and supporting sustainable business growth. A minimum of three years’ business banking experience, with strong technical knowledge across core banking products, credit fundamentals, and market trends. A proven track record in financial services and delivering strong outcomes for business clients. Strong relationship-building skills — you thrive on working with a wide range of people and helping them succeed. The ability to manage complex relationships while being a true team player. An established professional network (or the drive to build one quickly). You’ll be motivated by customer success, energised by business development, and excited by the opportunity to use BNZ’s products, services, and insights to help businesses take their next step. What is the most exciting thing about this opportunity? This is a fantastic opportunity to do meaningful work with real impact. You’ll help local businesses unlock their potential, grow confidently, and contribute to BNZ’s ambition to support a thriving Aotearoa. You’ll have the autonomy to build a strong portfolio, develop new opportunities, manage risk well, and become a trusted advisor customers genuinely value. What is the team culture and environment like? You’ll join a collaborative, ambitious, and supportive team of Business Partners who are passionate about backing New Zealand businesses. It’s a fast-paced, energising environment where you’ll be trusted, encouraged, and set up to do your best work. Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand This is an exciting opportunity to join us! We're bold thinkers who are taking brave steps to create a company that people want to work for, and customers want to bank with. If you're ready to join a fun organisation where we are proud of our culture and how we are helping New Zealander's to 'Find their way', then show your interest by submitting your application - we can't wait to read it. Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini" - Success is not the work of an individual, but the work of many.” Closing Date: 17 August 2026 Applications will be reviewed regularly across the advertising period, but we do reserve the right to close applications early.