• 12-month fixed-term opportunity to lead innovation that reimagines how we deliver assurance through the power of data, automation and AI.
• Champion new ways of working end to end, applying emerging technology to lift quality, insight and speed.
• Turn ideas into outcomes, designing solutions that can be implemented today and scaled across the function.

Our people are customer obsessed. They prioritise the needs and satisfaction of the customer above all else.  Our mindset fosters innovation and creates strong, lasting customer relationships as we strive to be the most customer centric company in Australia and New Zealand.

As a Head of, you will join the Audit team and help accelerate how we use data, automation and AI to deliver smarter, faster and more insightful outcomes focused on winning together.

In this Head of role, you will:

• Future proof how we deliver assurance and unlock new value for NAB through smarter tooling, data and automation.
• Identify, design and embed AI enabled and innovative solutions that simplify ways of working, improve quality, to become best in class.
• Maintain strong engagement with industry peers and communities of practice to bring leading innovation, AI and assurance approaches into NAB.
• Develop and maintain a clear AI and enablement roadmap aligned to strategy, prioritised, phased and outcomes-led, with measurable benefits and sustainable adoption.
• Provide oversight and governance of innovation initiatives, aligning to NAB’s AI frameworks, risk appetite and regulatory expectations.
• Partner with Audit leaders, Digital, Data & AI, Technology, and enterprise stakeholders to prototype, test and embed new capabilities into day‑to‑day audit processes, balancing innovation with quality and control.

What you will bring

• Innovation and AI leadership, with strong change leadership and stakeholder influence.
• Experience across enablement, risk assurance, audit and/or operational functions, with a track record of process improvement and measurable outcomes.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, practical actions.
• Demonstrated capability leveraging automation, data and emerging technologies (including responsible AI) to design solutions that work in real-world environments.

We respectfully ask candidates to hold any questions until interview process, where we’ll discuss the role in detail and answer any questions. This helps to ensure a focussed, efficient and fair application process. The talent acquisition team looks forward to addressing all inquiries at that time if your application progresses.

A diverse and inclusive workplace works better for everyone

We know that our people make us who we are. That's why we have built a culture of equity and respect – where everyone feels valued and appreciated for being their authentic selves. In partnership with our multiple Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) we continue to foster an inclusive environment, where all NAB colleagues’ unique backgrounds and identities are understood, respected and celebrated.  We are committed to providing an environment where you can work your way. 

For details on the recruitment process, and accessibility, please visit https://www.nab.com.au/about-us/careers/apply-for-job.  To discuss adjustment requirements, please contact the NAB Careers team, via nab.careers@nab.com.au (please reference job number) or visit our Careers page through the link above for other contact options.

Join NAB

If you think this role is the right fit for you, we would love to hear from you. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert. Unsolicited CVs from agencies will not be accepted.