Job title

Head of Growth & Strategic Partnerships, ANZ & Asia Pacific

Reports to

David Hare, AD, Strategic Partnerships & Membership Engagement

Direct Reports

Initially a small team of people which are also being recruited. We hope that the successful candidate with be able to engage in the process to support the selection of the final candidates.

The full candidate pack can be viewed here: https://www.cisi.org/cisiweb2/docs/default-source/cisi-website/jobs/head-of-growth-and-strategic-partnership-anz-and-apac-19-09.pdf?sfvrsn=d2eb9275_3

Role purpose

As a key member of the senior leadership team within CISI, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of fast-growing global organisation.

The role will be pivotal in shaping our growth and member retention in Australasia. It requires a commercial mindset, ability to think about opportunities across the breadth of the organisation and exceptional customer engagement skills. A proven track record of delivering tangible results is essential.

Key Responsibilities

Your First Year - Foundation Building

Welcome and support transitioning former FINSIA members across both Australia and New Zealand with excellence

Build a talented, motivated local team who share our values

Leverage global operational support from London and Sri Lanka to establish seamless service delivery

Establish CISI's presence through strategic events and engagement across ANZ

Create advisory structures that give us genuine market insight from both countries

Begin scoping opportunities and partnerships across key APAC markets

Looking Ahead - Sustainable Growth

Expand our membership through organic growth and strategic partnerships across Australia and New Zealand

Position our qualifications as the professional standard of choice

Develop diverse revenue streams that serve member and organizational needs

Influence the conversation on professional standards and industry development in both markets

Contribute strategic insights to shape our APAC expansion roadmap

Work seamlessly with global teams to deliver exceptional member experiences

Lead CISI’s strategic and operational activities across the Australia and New Zealand Region

Skills and Knowledge

Strong leadership, relationship management and influencing skills.

Strategic thinker with operational delivery capability.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to represent CISI confidently to senior external stakeholders within financial services and government.

Understanding of regulatory and professional development frameworks within financial services in the region.

Knowledge of membership or chartered bodies, including member engagement and governance structures.

Financial acumen and experience managing customers, budgets, people, and partnerships.

Experience

Significant experience in a leadership role within the financial services sector (critical)

Proven track record of public speaking and representing an organisation externally and building senior-level partnerships.

Demonstrated experience managing teams and leading cross-functional initiatives in a regional or international context.

Demonstrated experience of delivering business growth and working in a commercial environment

Remuneration

This role offers a competitive remuneration package, which includes a basic starting salary of up to AUD $170,000 per annum. In addition, benefits offered by CISI include:

12% Superannuation guarantee

Business travel expenses covered

Discretionary bonus paid annually

Complimentary CISI Membership

Private Medical Insurance

Location

This role is based in Sydney, Australia and the post holder will be working remotely.

Annual Leave

25 days leave per annum plus national and additional state holidays, plus three days off between Christmas and New Year.

Candidate Adjustments

At CISI we encourage applications from a neurodiverse workforce so please reach out to discuss reasonable adjustments if required.

We value the contribution that employees with different views and experience bring to the Institute and are committed to promoting equality, inclusion and diversity. We hope to receive applications from a wide range of talented people irrespective of their race, religion or belief, gender, age, gender identity, neurodiversity, disability, sexual orientation, ethnic origin, political belief/opinion, social class, relationship status or caring responsibilities.