Executive Manager – Leveraged Products

See yourself in our team

CommSec is Australia’s leading online retail stockbroker, empowering customers with innovative tools, resources, and a wide range of products to take control of their investment decisions.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a high-performing team that’s passionate about creating exceptional experiences and unlocking client value through genuine, insightful conversations. Your leadership will ensure CommSec continues to meet and exceed client expectations.

As Executive Manager, Leveraged Products, you’ll thrive in a dynamic, achievement-focused environment, guiding dedicated teams that deliver outstanding customer experiences across Margin Lending and Exchange Traded Options.

Do work that matters

You’ll lead three critical teams – Margin Lending Originations, Margin Lending Service, and the Exchange Traded Options Desk – all central to CommSec’s value proposition. As a senior leader, you’ll set the strategic direction, drive performance, and uphold governance for CBA Margin Lending and CommSec Options.

Your focus will be on delivering exceptional experiences for direct clients and relationship-managed customers, strengthening partnerships with Product and Credit, and ensuring operational excellence. You’ll also lead a team of highly skilled ETO DTRs, maintaining a strong emphasis on service, risk management, and trading integrity.

On any given day you will

Oversee the Options desk, ensuring compliant execution of orders under Market Integrity Rules and internal frameworks.
Lead end-to-end service delivery for margin lending clients, driving operational efficiency and service excellence.
Manage origination processes for new margin loans, ensuring accurate assessment, smooth onboarding, and proactive credit risk management.
Monitor service standards across Margin Lending and Options, including response times and handling efficiency.
Identify and implement process improvements to enhance customer experience and team engagement.
Maintain robust risk controls across onboarding, lending, trading, and reporting.
Collaborate with business development teams for seamless deal submissions and aligned priorities.
Partner with Dealer Groups and Advisers to support origination processes.
Build strong relationships with Product teams to maximise customer value and unlock new opportunities.
Drive and contribute to business projects, campaigns, and improvement initiatives.
Represent customer-facing teams and advocate for client needs with stakeholders.
Prepare and present reports to Financial Risk and other governance committees.

We’re looking for:

A strategic leader who inspires others, develops talent, and fosters a culture of engagement and high performance. You’ll be passionate about coaching, capability uplift, and creating an environment where people thrive.

What you’ll bring:

Proven leadership experience with a track record of building high-performing teams.
Deep expertise in Margin Lending and Derivatives.
Strong customer focus combined with commercial acumen.
Ability to navigate and lead in a fast-paced, agile environment.
Demonstrated success in delivering process improvements.
Exceptional communication and influencing skills to build strong internal relationships.
Critical thinking and a willingness to challenge the status quo.
RG146 accreditation in Margin Lending and Derivatives.

At CommSec, we’re committed to attracting and developing the best talent – people who live our values of Care, Courage, and Commitment.

If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.

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Executive Manager Leveraged Products