Westpac announce executive appointment

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Westpac CEO Peter King has announced the appointment of Peter Herbert to the position of Acting Chief Executive, Business & Wealth, effective 5 November 2024. Mr Herbert is currently Chief

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Anthony Miller appointed Chief Executive Officer of Westpac

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The Westpac Board of Directors has announced the appointment of Anthony Miller as Group CEO and Managing Director, commencing 16 December 2024. Mr Miller, currently Chief Executive of Westpac’s Business

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Australian banking first to crack down on scammers

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Westpac has unveiled a new security feature which seeks to significantly reduce customer scam losses. An Australian-first innovation, Westpac SaferPay will alert customers to potential scams through a series of

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Westpac joins Australian banks to combat scams

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Westpac has joined forces with Australian banks to implement an industry-first Scam-Safe Accord which will provide better protection for customers in the fight against scams. An initiative led through the

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New scam prevention measures for Westpac customers

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Westpac has announced new digital payment security features to help combat scam losses. In an Australian banking first, Westpac will integrate its sophisticated fraud detection systems with its digital payment

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Westpac announces new structure to drive growth

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Westpac CEO Peter King has announced a restructure to support the Group’s next strategic phase. The changes follow a period of simplification for the bank and will position the company

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Westpac economics leadership

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Westpac CEO, Peter King has announced that after more than 30 years as Group Chief Economist, Bill Evans will take on a new role as Senior Economic Advisor for Westpac,

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Westpac brings over 500 scam specialists to Parramatta with new financial crime hub

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Westpac has unveiled a new state-of-the-art fraud prevention centre in Western Sydney as the bank continues to ramp up its efforts to combat scams and fraud. The new hub will

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Westpac brings 1,000 jobs back to Australia

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Westpac has announced it has brought 1,075 customer service roles back to Australia since July last year, creating new job opportunities in New South Wales, Victoria and South Australia. This

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Westpac sells General Insurance business to Allianz and enters 20 year distribution agreement

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Westpac Group has announced it will sell Westpac General Insurance Limited and Westpac General Insurance Services Limited to Allianz and enter into an exclusive 20- year agreement for the distribution

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