Head of Debt Capital Markets New Zealand

• Lead and grow Commonwealth Bank's Debt Capital Markets franchise across New Zealand.
• Partner with the country's leading corporate, institutional and government clients on their funding strategies.
• Build a market-leading DCM business that connects clients to the full strength of CBA.

Do Work That Matters

Our Capital Markets and Syndicate team sits within Institutional Banking and Markets (IB&M), partnering with Australia and New Zealand's largest corporate, institutional and government clients to raise and manage debt across domestic and international markets. In New Zealand, our Debt Capital Markets business helps clients fund their ambitions through bonds and tailored capital solutions, backed by the full capability of Commonwealth Bank. It's a business where deep client relationships, market expertise and genuine teamwork come together to deliver outcomes that matter for clients and communities.

See yourself in our team

As Head of Debt Capital Markets, New Zealand, you will lead the strategy, origination and execution of our DCM franchise, acting as a trusted adviser to clients on capital structure and funding strategy. You will build senior relationships, deliver complex transactions with excellence and develop a high-performing, inclusive team, all while championing strong risk and governance. In this role you will:

• Lead the development and execution of the DCM strategy for New Zealand, aligned to the broader Origination and IB&M agenda.
• Build and deepen senior relationships with corporate, financial institution, government and institutional clients as a trusted funding adviser.
• Originate and execute DCM transactions across domestic and international bond markets, providing senior oversight of complex deals.
• Lead, develop and grow the New Zealand DCM team, creating a high-performance and inclusive culture where talent thrives and resources are focused on the highest-value opportunities.
• Represent CBA externally in the New Zealand debt capital markets and strengthen connectivity across the Group.
• Own risk, regulatory and governance responsibilities, operating within CBA's risk management framework and New Zealand regulatory requirements.

We're interested in hearing from people who:

We are looking for an established debt markets leader who combines deep technical expertise with the relationships and judgement to grow a franchise. You will bring credibility with senior clients, a strong commercial instinct and the ability to build and inspire a high-performing team.

• Bring extensive experience across Syndicate, DCM, Trading or Sales, with at least 10 years in Syndicate and/or DCM.
• Have a strong track record originating and executing bond and debt capital markets transactions.
• Build trusted, senior relationships with corporate, institutional, financial institution and government clients.
• Think strategically and translate market insight into commercial growth and new business.
• Lead, coach and develop talented teams to deliver their best.
• Demonstrate advanced communication, influencing and stakeholder management skills.
• Apply sound judgement to risk, regulatory and governance matters, with a strong understanding of the New Zealand market.

If this opportunity excites you, we'd love to hear from you.

Working with us:

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