Retail Operations Specialist - 6 month contract (3 days a week)
31/10/2025
30/11/2025
Contract
Lismore
Banking and Financial Services
About Summerland
Welcome to Summerland, where banking meets community values. We are a customer-owned bank and a certified B Corporation, dedicated to serving the residents of a vibrant Northern Rivers Region. At Summerland, we prioritise the well-being of our customers and our environment, ensuring that every financial decision we make aligns with our commitment to social and environmental responsibility. As we continue to grow, we are seeking passionate individuals who share our vision and want to contribute to the positive impact we make in our community. Join us and become part of a team that values integrity, sustainability, and the power of banking for sustainable community.
About the Opportunity
We're looking for an individual who is passionate about customer-centricity, possess strong problem solving and analytical skills, in addition to a track record of driving exceptional customer and staff experience.
You have in-depth knowledge of retail banking products, services, policies, and procedures. You are familiar with regulatory requirements and compliance standards in the banking industry.
You thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, adapting to changing priorities and managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Key Skills:
Proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external partners, fostering collaboration and driving results.
Demonstrated ability to think creatively and strategically, identifying innovating approaches to enhance the customer journey and drive customer satisfaction.
Capacity to confidently interpret complex data sets and translate them into actionable insights.
Key Responsibilities:
Support and improve operational processes across the retail network.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of service to customers.
Apply knowledge of regulation, compliance, policy and process to provide level 1 support to frontline teams.
Monitor operational risks and implement effective controls.
Analyse data and generate reports on key performance indicators, operational metrics, product performance and customer feedback to support decision making.
Identify opportunities for process improvement to enhance operational efficiency.
Working for Summerland
Our values are:
People Matter Most | Be Brave | Default to Positivity | Make Each Other Proud | Keep it Simple
Our value of 'People Matter Most' is the cornerstone of Summerland as we know our people are integral to the success of the business. Summerland is committed to creating a culture that enables staff to reach their full potential. Our people are guided by the customer-owned banking philosophy with staff working together with an approach that is collaborative, open, and transparent to ensure the sustainability of community.
What We Can Offer
In return for your hard work and dedication you will receive:
Attractive Salary + 12% Super
Additional 5 days leave (pro-rata for part-time and accessible post 3 month probation period)
Access to paid volunteer leave (pro-rata for part-time)
Concessions on retail banking and loans products
Other benefits include:
Transformational culture
Extensive development and recognition program
Flexible work options
Wellbeing framework including Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Working with a professional, passionate, and friendly team
Job Description
Join our team. Apply today!
If you are passionate about this role and can demonstrate the skills and experience required, then we look forward to hearing from you.
To view the Position Description, please visit our Careers page.
Click "Apply" and upload your resume and cover letter addressing the selection criteria in your application.
Applications Close Sunday 30 November 2025.
For further information about the position details or if you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please contact Gareth Herman, Head of Products & Retail Operations on 1300 728 728
Desired Skills and Experience
Our Recruitment Process
Summerland promotes a culture that actively seeks to include, welcome, and value diversity to enable people to contribute their best work. We encourage people of all abilities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, those wanting to return to the workforce, young people, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this job.
Our screening process will include a mixture of online screening and assessment tools. As a guide, you should expect the process to include the following components:
Resume and Cover Letter Screening
Initial Phone Interview
Live Online or Face-to-Face Interviews
If you are passionate about this role, and can demonstrate the skills and experience required, then we look forward to hearing from you.
To find out more about Summerland, our culture and benefits, please visit: www.summerland.com.au