Overview
- Join our vibrant, inclusive, and supportive work culture.
- Great benefits including 4 wellbeing days per year to take when you need it the most.
- Based in Auckland or Wellington with the flexibility of our hybrid working arrangements.
We’re on the lookout for a seasoned Senior Project Manager to join our Transformation Office and help us shape the future of Kiwibank. If you're passionate about delivery, love solving complex problems, and thrive on collaboration, you might just be who we're after.
Kō tātou tēnei. Hei kawe i ngā mahi kia tutuki | This is us. Where making an impact matters.
As Senior Project Manager you’ll act as a servant leader and coach, removing impediments, ensuring all stakeholders are aligned and engaged, and guiding cross-functional teams toward meaningful outcomes. You’ll lead the delivery of large-scale, high-impact projects that support our transformation and growth with a flexible, adaptive approach that maximises value delivery in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities
Champion Servant Leadership : Coach teams on best practices, remove roadblocks, and create a supportive environment where people can thriveDrive adaptive planning : Lead rolling-wave planning, prioritise and sequence activities, and pivot quickly as needs evolve, always ensuring alignment with overall business objectivesCollaborate with stakeholders : Partner with Senior Business Transformation Leads, Change Leads, and Product Management to keep initiatives on track, maintain strategic focus, and build trust at all levelsManage Ambiguity : Ability to be comfortable with significant amounts of ambiguity as you work through the refinement of defining deliverables to inform our planning will be a key skillManage risks, Issues, Assumptions & dependencies : Identify and mitigate obstacles early on, ensuring clear communication, seamless coordination, and continuous value delivery across teamsFoster continuous improvement : Encourage feedback loops, innovation, and reflection to help teams learn, adapt, and excel in a rapidly changing landscapeLeverage your expertise : Bring 10+ years of experience delivering complex projects in large organisations—whether agile, waterfall, or hybrid—and showcase strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.Qualifications
A proven track record leading projects with $1m+ budgets, ideally within a portfolio or programme environmentDemonstrable expertise in applying delivery frameworks, governance, and strategic insightThe ability to navigate ambiguity, plan effectively, and adapt quicklyProficiency in vendor management and cost optimisationConfidence in influencing senior leaders and aligning strategic prioritiesA collaborative approach with strong communication and emotional intelligenceRelevant project management certifications (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, SAFe)Tono mai |Apply Now – applications close on Sunday 28th September 2025. We will be reviewing resumes throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to withdraw the ad at any time.
For more detailed information on the role, please see the attached Position Description : Senior Project Manager PD
Ko tātou tēnei - Hei hāpai ake i a koe | This is us. Where you matter.
Making a difference for all Kiwi starts with making a difference for our people. At Kiwibank, you’ll find flexibility, growth opportunities, and rewarding challenges. We’re a place where you can belong, thrive, and contribute to big ideas and ambitious plans—for you, for Kiwibank, and for all Kiwi.
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