Senior Manager, Strategic Funds

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. Lead annual planning and pipeline development for deployment of strategic funds across AuNZPI .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning, financial analysis, and governance management within complex, matrixed environments. Proficient in stakeholder engagement and utilizing data-driven insights to drive execution and prioritization of initiatives.

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Strategic PlanningFinancial AnalysisGovernance ManagementStakeholder EngagementProgram Management

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Hard Skills

Financial PlanningData InterpretationRisk IdentificationDashboard DevelopmentAutomation ImplementationReporting FrameworksBudget ManagementProcess DisciplineAnalytical SkillsProblem-Solving

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsInfluencing SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaboration

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolsAutomation SoftwareGovernance Dashboards

Industry Keywords

Financial ServicesPaymentsTechnology-Led EnvironmentsMatrixed Organizations

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead annual planning and pipeline development for deployment of strategic funds across AuNZPI
Partner with market and functional stakeholders to identify priority initiatives
Build an investment pipeline aligned with budget timelines, market priorities and regional objectives
Manage governance and approvals by assessing initiative eligibility against agreed principles and guardrails
Prepare recommendations for relevant forums
Monitor utilisation, delivery progress, risks and outcomes through reporting and governance routines
Monitor funding utilisation against approved plans, delivery timelines, expiry dates and key milestones
Re-prioritise or escalate initiatives where needed
Coordinate stakeholder engagement across local markets, the Singapore Hub and key functional partners
Escalate structural issues, policy matters, delivery risks and exceptions
Develop and maintain dashboards tracking funding utilisation, initiative outcomes and commercial impact
Use automation where possible to streamline governance, monitoring and reporting
Use AI and automation to improve processes
Provide portfolio and deal insights to support prioritisation and governance
Work across Sales, Finance, Strategy and Product

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in strategy, business operations, finance, financial planning, program management or a similar role
Ability to turn strategic priorities into clear plans and deliverables
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to interpret financial and operational data
Ability to identify emerging risks and translate insights into practical actions and recommendations
Demonstrated ability to manage governance, approvals, controls and reporting in a complex, matrixed environment
Exceptional attention to detail and strong process discipline
Sound judgement
Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
Ability to influence and collaborate across Sales, Finance, Product and other cross-functional teams
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and drive execution in a fast-paced environment
Proactive, organised approach and strong follow-through
Familiarity with common accounting principles
Experience in financial services, payments or technology-led commercial environments
Experience working in regional or matrixed organisations
Experience with global reporting frameworks and adapting them to local market needs
At least 3 days in office

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to create impact at scale
Meaningful work impacting lives around the world
Opportunities to grow skills and develop professionally
Hybrid work arrangement