Corporate, Institutional Banking & Property Finance Graduate (Feb 2024)

Ko mātou tēnei | This is Us

At BNZ we are committed to being the Bank for New Zealand. That means we are focusing on our customers, continually improving the way we do business, and providing great leadership.

Here at BNZ we embrace flexible working, have a strong focus on career development and progression, competitive remuneration packages, as well as a range of great benefits including Banking discounts and six weeks annual leave!

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

Have you finished your degree or starting your final year of study? Do you want to work with New Zealand's largest and most influential businesses?  If so, we'd love to hear from you!

In Corporate & Institutional Banking you'll be part of a highly skilled team supporting New Zealand's largest customers and institutions with their complex banking needs. From strategy and funding to payments solutions, BNZ provides advice and guidance every step of the way. In this team, you'll develop specialist credit and relationship skills across a range of industry sectors in a fast-paced and stimulating environment.

BNZs Property Finance Team delivers specialized Commercial Real Estate finance solutions to wide range of customers, including to some of New Zealand's largest and most notable property investors and developers. We cater to a range of property finance solutions, from the purchase of a single industrial unit to some of the most complex development transactions seen in New Zealand, while also supporting our customers in the daily banking needs.

We spoke with some of our Leaders across Corporate & Institutional Banking and Property Finance, who let us know the following about the roles:

What does a day in the life of a Graduate look like?

• No day is the same and this variety is what makes the role so exciting
• Working with the BNZ's best and most experienced bankers
• Being part of a relationship team that looks after our biggest and most complex clients
• Analyzing, problem solving and delivering solutions to clients
• Being part of a team that's fun and energetic, with a real will to succeed

What is the team culture and environment like?

You will be joining a high performing team, always striving for excellence. It is a fast-paced environment, so if you enjoy being busy and working autonomously then you will thrive in this team!

What should the candidate include in their application?

• A cover letter - to help us to get to know you, which covers your motivation for working at BNZ and in Property, Corporate or Institutional Banking
• Your interests outside the classroom - this could include sports, the arts, clubs and community involvement or work experience
• A strong academic transcript

What skills or attributes will this person have in order to be successful?

We don't mind what you've studied as our graduates come from a wide range of disciplines!

We're looking for people who are effective communicators, who love problem-solving, have excellent attention to detail and enjoy building relationships.

What's the most exciting thing about this opportunity?

We offer stimulating and challenging career opportunities where you'll be supported to learn and develop. You'll get to work with a group of highly motivated and talented people, receive excellent training and be a part of the BNZ community. If it sounds like you, apply today!

Nau Mai ki te Pēke o Aotearoa | Come to the Bank of New Zealand

If you're ready to join a supportive team of BNZers who are passionate about the work they do and the results they achieve, then apply now and let's create great together.

Please take note of the following important dates:

Applications Close: 22nd March 2023

Testing & Online Interviews:  from 13th March 2023

Assessment Centre: 27th April 2023 in Auckland

We have opportunities available in Auckland and Christchurch, please let us know your preferred location in your application, the start date will be early February 2024.