Description

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.

 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.

Requirements

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

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