Agribusiness Graduate in Stocksfield

Applications are now open for our Agribusiness roles in our Graduate programme starting in February 2027. This is a permanent graduate position on a tailored programme, designed for future leaders.

What can I expect from the programme?

• Our Graduate programme will give you an experience like no other working within our dynamic Agribusiness team.
• The team are specialists in the delivery of banking solutions for our Agri customers.
• You’ll start with us as a permanent employee in February 2027 in one of our preferred locations (Palmerston North, Ashburton or Dunedin) on an immersive orientation.
• At the end of your programme, you’ll be supported to find a suitable role that matches your capabilities and interests within your business area.

Throughout The Programme

• We’ll provide loads of learning and support to help you make the most of the experience.
• You’ll receive lots of opportunities for learning and growth that will optimise your role performance and career progression.
• Agribusiness banking Champions, leaders and mentors will support you during the programme experience.
• The programme is structured to help you identify your focus areas and tailored training sessions will build and strengthen your technical and soft skills.
• Expect to be able to give back, you can join numerous communities, volunteering and sustainability initiatives.

The Day To Day

• Build a thorough knowledge of Westpac’s banking products and services as well as industry expertise.
• Assist with the analysis of financial information and preparation of customers credit submissions.
• Complete periodic reviews in accordance with credit policy and credit risk management.
• You will gain exposure to a key project, based on a real business problem which you will propose and/or implement a solution and present to key stakeholders.

Ōu Pūkenga | About You

• To be eligible, you must be in your final year of study or have completed an undergraduate or postgraduate degree within the past 12 months.
• Our Graduate opportunities are entry level roles giving those on the programme broad exposure across the relevant business unit.
• Additionally, applicants must be New Zealand or Australian citizens or permanent residents.
• If you have a drive to exercise your passion for Agribusiness, customer relationships and thrive within a team environment, we welcome graduates from Bachelor’s degree in Agribusiness, Agri Commerce or related disciplines.

Experience and understanding of Agriculture within New Zealand:

• Ability to recognise areas of opportunity, to adapt and innovate and to drive productivity.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Customer-centric, a team-player who exhibits drive, resilience and high levels of personal integrity and professionalism.

Westpac Hei Wāhi Mahi | Working at Westpac

We embrace diversity, recognising the value people bring to us with their individual differences, qualities, ideas, and insights. At Westpac we are committed to our people, supporting them through various life stages, ensuring they continue to grow and have rewarding, balanced careers.

Benefits:

• 4 weeks of standard holiday + 5 additional days of well-being leave.
• Additional purchased leave options up to 4 weeks per year.
• Banking benefits and insurance discounts.
• Career growth and development – we promote internal capability.
• Employee recognition programme.
• Environmental and community care programmes.

Ko mātou tēnei | Our Organisation

At Westpac, we’re working together to build a fairer and stronger New Zealand for our people, customers, and communities. For over 160 years we’ve been driven by our purpose to Create Better Futures Together.

We encourage people from all walks of life to apply, including those who are neurodiverse, have chronic health conditions or disabilities – your attitude and passion are as important to us as your experience, qualifications and capabilities.

Applications Close 5 August 2026.