Rural Officer

At Rabobank, our commitment to our employees and clients is at the heart of everything we do.

As the world’s leading specialist in food and agribusiness banking, one of our key strengths lies in our people who have a deep understanding of agriculture and are committed to adding long-term value for clients.

Our culture is unique, because every day our people work knowing that we are all playing our part in supporting our farmers to feed the world. We strive to create an open, balanced, and flexible workplace where people feel that they belong, can be open and honest and are supported…we are focused on growing each other.

About the role: Fixed-term contract through to December 2026

As a Rural Officer you will assist in the managment and grow a portfolio of rural clients, both independently and in support of Rural Managers.

There is sufficient scope in this role to challenge an experienced banker as well as developing an emerging banker – as such graduates or recent graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Your primary responsibilities include:

• Complete annual credit reviews

• Undertake financial analysis

• Monitor and grow a portfolio of Rural Branch accounts

• Foster an environment of continuous improvement

To be successful in the role, you will have: 

• Ideally an understanding of banking/lending policies and procedures

• Knowledge or an interest in the rural industry will be advantageous

• Maintaining a strong relationship with key clients

• Can manage competing priorities

We are looking for people with:

• Ambition to learn and grow further by taking the next step in your career.

• Looking for an organisation with purpose, a deeper connection with the team and clients.

• Residing in Bunbury or surrounds and well connected in the community, or perhaps you are willing to relocate for the right role and love rural community living.

What we're proud to offer you: 

Wellbeing leave. These leave days support greater work/life balance and is just another way we are helping our employees to lead happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. 

Education Assistance Program. Rabobank values the development of its people and has a great Education Assistance Program to assist with professional development. 

Parental Leave that supports you and your family while giving you the freedom and flexibility to enjoy this special time (up-to 14 weeks paid leave) 

Bonus and Additional Leave. We realise sometimes 4 weeks Annual Leave isn't enough! At Rabobank we provide an incentive for eligible employees to receive 1 extra week Annual Leave and an option to purchase another 2 weeks Annual Leave. 

Extra Insurance. Rabobank recognises that employees need to protect their financial wellbeing, in the event of serious illness, injury, or even death. Rabobank provides eligible permanent employees with employer-funded Death, TPD and Income Protection Insurance. 

Rabo Workplace Giving program. As part of Rabobank's global Corporate Social Responsibility, Workplace Giving aims to encourage employees to contribute to our community. Rabo Workplace Giving program matches employee donations to selected Social Partners. 

Our Values:

Rabobank Australia values inclusion, belonging, and positive experiences for all. Our work environment, our benefits, and the way we live our values, “Client Driven”, “Responsible”, “Professional” and “Cooperative” make it a great place to work. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. 

Please let our Talent Acquisition team know if you need any accommodations to make our opportunities more accessible to you. 

Rabobank is not accepting submissions from recruitment agencies for this role. 

Applicants must hold valid work rights for this role.