Blake Oliver Consulting is working with a well-established Australian banking group to appoint a Regional General Manager into their SME and Small Business Banking division, leading one of the group's most dynamic and diverse regions across Geelong and the western suburbs of Melbourne.
This is a senior leadership role for someone who can balance strong commercial outcomes with disciplined risk and compliance leadership, bringing together customer advocacy, performance and people leadership. It's a visible, connected role — building trusted relationships with customers, community partners and internal stakeholders, while empowering leaders across the region to grow and succeed.
What You'll Do
Lead and develop an established SME Banking team, building on a strong regional presence
Attract, develop and retain a high-performing team of Relationship Managers and support staff
Drive growth across lending, deposits and revenue within the SME segment
Develop and execute regional business plans aligned to the broader business strategy
Build and maintain senior relationships with key clients, referral partners and industry stakeholders
Ensure strong credit risk management and adherence to regulatory and compliance frameworks
Represent the bank in the local market, enhancing brand visibility and reputation
What We're Looking For
Proven experience leading commercial or business banking teams
Strong background in SME or mid-market banking, including lending and relationship management
Sound knowledge of credit, risk and compliance,



with the ability to manage balance sheet quality across a diverse portfolio
Commercial judgement and confidence in decision-making
A customer-first mindset with strong relationship-building capability and a collaborative, team-player mentality
A leadership style aligned to strong values and a Code of Conduct
Why Apply
Chance to lead and grow an established, high-potential SME region
High-impact leadership role with direct influence on regional growth
Strong brand, balance sheet and market presence behind you
Career progression within one of Australia's largest financial institutions
Flexible working arrangements and a variety of leave options, including culture, lifestyle and wellbeing leave
Tailored learning and development opportunities, plus employee-only banking and mortgage rate discounts
About Blake Oliver Consulting
Blake Oliver Consulting is a specialist recruitment firm connecting top talent with leading employers across banking, financial services and technology. We partner with some of the most recognised organisations in Australia, helping to build high-performing teams that drive business success.
Equal Opportunity Employment
Blake Oliver Consulting and our client are equal opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and supported. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including women, Indigenous Australians, people with disabilities, and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
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📌 Regional General Manager, Sme & Small Business, Greater West Region (Melbourne)
🏢 Blake Oliver Consulting
📍 Melbourne