Jobs to be created and lost at TSB
Around 33 roles will be lost at TSB as the bank makes changes to its structure.
Chief executive Donna Cooper said she could not confirm exactly how many people would lose their jobs but those in disestablished roles would have the opportunity to apply for ‘‘approximately 39’’ positions being created.
‘‘So at this stage we are not able to say with any certainty how many people will be impacted until that appointment process is complete,’’ Cooper said.
‘‘I recognise that any change can be difficult and stressful – not just for those people directly affected, but also for their teams, colleagues and sometimes the wider community. We’ve worked hard to ensure people are given the support they need during
There are currently
24 jobs at TSB, which is
100 per cent New Zealand owned, advertised on Seek.co.nz including an enterprise architect, regulatory compliance specialist, and head of organisational capability. All 24 jobs were listed on Friday. ‘‘The banking world is rapidly evolving and New Zealanders’ expectations of us are changing. As a result, TSB needs to evolve this process.’’ when it comes to the products and services we offer and the way we offer them,’’ Cooper said.
‘‘We are increasing our skills and investment in key areas such as technology, product and customer service, which has resulted in the jobs advertised.’’
Cooper took over the role of chief executive in July, moving from Auckland to New Plymouth, where the bank’s headquarters are, with her husband and children for the job. Since she arrived there has been a steady stream of TSB jobs advertised online in a number of departments.
When she sat down with in January she wouldn’t comment on restructuring plans for the bank saying her focus was getting the right products and services into the hands of customers.
It was announced this month TSB would become the first New Zealand-owned bank to match home-loan rates from Aussieowned banks until March 3.
TSB has 547 staff, $6.7 billion worth of deposits and last year reported a $72.1 million profit.