Manager, Foreign Exchange Dealing & Analysis

• Play an important part shaping the future of our iconic Australian institution

• Have an impact and make a difference.

• Contribute to the broader strategic direction and engagement of the section and department. ​

About the team

This role is part of the Financial Markets Group, International Department. The International Department is responsible for the Reserve Bank’s foreign exchange operations, the investment of international reserve holdings of gold and foreign exchange, and the provision of regular advice on developments in international financial markets to the Governors and the Board. The Department is also responsible for maintaining the Reserve Bank’s relations with major international institutions.

This opportunity will enable you to develop as a truly rounded professional and leader. It will provide an opportunity to expand and deepen your knowledge across financial markets and engage with policy relevant issues and questions in international forums.  

About the role

You will help to oversee the Bank’s analysis of global foreign exchange markets and Australia’s capital flows, including developing and maintaining the Bank’s suite of AUD models. As a manager, you will lead in a way that creates an environment that enables high levels of employee engagement, collaboration and achievement.

This opportunity would suit those interested in formulating advice on foreign exchange markets and Australia’s external accounts based on high-quality analysis. There will be opportunities to engage with a range of stakeholders in Australia and overseas, analyse and interpret a broad array of data, identify relevant research questions and demonstrate and develop your leadership capabilities.

About you

• Significant capabilities and demonstrated experience in the analysis of economic and/or financial data. This would include experience using a range of qualitative and quantitative analytical techniques.  

• An ability to contribute to the broader strategic direction and engagement of the section and department, sharing accountability with other leaders for overall performance of deliverables and outcomes.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate outcomes to relevant internal and external decision-makers, stakeholders and other audiences. This would involve strong written and oral communication skills.

• Experience in preparing and/or guiding analysis to a publishable standard (for example Board memoranda, RBA Bulletin or other published research articles).

• Strong leadership skills to guide and develop individuals and teams to effectively achieve outcomes and reach their potential.

• Contribute to the improvement and implementation of policies, systems and processes, ensuring the integrity and suitability of information.

• Manage internal and external relationships and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders to support and enhance analysis.

• An ability to handle sensitive and confidential information (including institution-level data) is essential.

• Relevant academic and professional qualifications.

Be More
Working for an organisation that truly makes a difference to the people of Australia, we can offer development and career opportunities in a collaborative environment that supports your growth, wellbeing and promotes flexibility. Your individual growth and success drives the RBA forward as an organisation. Be more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
Why RBA?
The RBA makes an important contribution to the Australian economy through the pursuit of national economic policy objectives and associated activities in financial markets and banking. We also issue Australia's banknotes and operate infrastructure critical to the payments system, all of which contribute to the welfare of the Australian people. Made up of specialists across a wide range of fields, our people, values, and culture play a critical role in achieving our objectives. Striving to be Open & Dynamic, we consider and incorporate different perspectives, work across teams and are transparent with each other, whilst delivering quality together effectively and focusing on outcomes by prioritising, testing, learning, and refining as we go. Our people conduct themselves with a high degree of integrity, while striving for excellence in the work they perform and the outcomes they achieve. We encourage intelligent inquiry and we treat one another with respect while promoting the public interest through our efforts. We know it is the growth and success of our people that drives the RBA forward. Come and make a bigger contribution while you build and develop your own skills too, because being more means you can do more, for yourself and for Australia.
The Reserve Bank of Australia is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion through key initiatives. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, culturally and linguistically diverse background, those living with a disability and from the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to making the recruitment process fair and equitable for all our candidates.

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