Bendigo

Office address: The Bendigo Centre, Bendigo, Victoria 3550, Australia
Website: www.bendigobank.com.au
Year established: 1858
Company type: Financial services
Employees: 7,000+ (Bendigo and Adelaide Bank)
Expertise: Banking, home loans, investing, superannuation, financial advice
Parent company: Bendigo and Adelaide Bank
CEO and key people: Marnie Baker, Managing Director and CEO
Financing status: -

Bendigo Bank, a prominent name in Australia's banking sector, epitomizes the essence of community-focused banking. With a rich history dating back over 160 years, Bendigo Bank has evolved from its early days as a building society to become a leading retail bank. The bank is known for its commitment to the prosperity of its customers and communities and stands as a testament to the power of banking driven by values.

History of Bendigo

The origins of Bendigo Bank can be traced back to the Victorian gold rush era, where it began as a building society aimed at helping Australians buy their own homes. Through strategic mergers and acquisitions, including with more than 80 other organizations, it has grown into the Bendigo and Adelaide Bank Group, an Australian-owned top 100 ASX-listed company. This story of the bank’s evolution is not just about financial success but also about maintaining a steadfast commitment to community service and prosperity.

Products and Services of Bendigo

Bendigo Bank offers a comprehensive suite of financial products and services tailored to meet the diverse needs of its customers. These include:

  • home loans: these include the Complete Home Loan and Express Home Loan, catering to both owner-occupiers and investors featuring full offset accounts and online redraw capabilities
  • personal loans: flexible options for secured and unsecured personal loans, including green personal loans for environmentally friendly purchases
  • credit cards: a range of credit cards, from low rate to platinum rewards, catering to different customer needs
  • insurance: comprehensive insurance solutions, including home, car, travel, and landlord insurance
  • investment services: managed funds, share trading, and margin lending services to help customers achieve their investment goals
  • superannuation and retirement: these include Bendigo SmartStart Super and Bendigo SmartStart Pension to help customers retire comfortably
  • financial advice: providing general financial advice to help customers manage and grow their wealth

Culture at Bendigo

Bendigo Bank is renowned for its strong community-oriented culture, where every employee is driven by the mission to contribute positively to the communities they serve. This culture is underpinned by values of integrity, collaboration, and customer focus, making Bendigo Bank a unique place to work and bank.

About Bendigo CEO Marnie Baker

Marnie Baker started her tenure as managing director and CEO of Bendigo and Adelaide Bank in July 2018. She has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry. Her leadership is characterized by a deep commitment to regional Australia and a vision to make Bendigo Bank Australia's bank of choice. Under her leadership, Bendigo Bank continues to focus on innovation while staying true to its community banking roots.

The Future at Bendigo

Bendigo Bank looks to continue to lead as a socially responsible bank, leveraging technology and innovation to enhance its product offerings and customer service. With a strong emphasis on sustainable practices and financial inclusion, Bendigo Bank aims to not only grow its footprint across Australia but also to set new benchmarks in ethical banking globally.

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