Data Governance Specialist

2 weeks ago


Sydney, Australia Optus Full time

**Location**: Sydney, NSW
**Company**: Optus
**Type**: Full Time
**Job ID**: 160670
**Date**: 5 September 2024 17:44 PM
We don’t sit back and wait for the future to happen, we are out there crafting our own path through new technology, innovation, and investment. We are truly a challenger brand, with challenger spirit.
The Data Governance Specialist is responsible for implementing and improving Optus' data governance strategy, ensuring adherence with regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry benchmarks. This position entails providing guidance on best practices for data governance, overseeing implementation of data
management controls, and collaborating with key stakeholders from all business units to foster data stewardship and data quality Additionally, the Specialist will contribute to improving Responsible AI governance processes across the organisation.
Ready to reimagine your career at Optus?
Lead and provide data governance advisory services to business stakeholders across Optus.
Develop and maintain data governance frameworks, including data standards, guidelines and procedures in line with the new data governance operating model.
Conduct data and AI governance assessments and audits to ensure alignment to organisation data policies and standards, with the requirement to support and lead partners through a robust deviation process.
Advise and collaborate with business data stewards and experts with the aim to continuously uplift organisation data governance maturity, such as; data classifications, data glossary, data control implementations, data quality.
Design and deliver guidance and training to business units and technology teams on data governance industry standards.
Facilitate data governance working groups to ensure multi-functional alignment and decision-making.
Supervise and report on data governance metrics, risks, and issues, facilitating positive outcomes.
It starts with you
A curious and self-motivated person with a passion for challenging the status quo and driving positive change.
Demonstrable experience and understanding of data governance principles, frameworks, and methodologies.
Experience with implementing data policies and standards and assessing business initiative alignment to these. Examples of data policies include data classification, data retention.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex technical data concepts for non-technical audiences.
Extensive business and data analysis skills, including data classification, data manipulation, and problem-identification.
Superb communication and interpersonal skills with experience leading team engagements to understand strategic challenges and recommend effective data governance strategies.
The good stuff
3 days in the office, 2 days remote - with flexible hours to suit
Inclusive paid parental leave, up to 14 weeks for the primary care giver
All Optus employees have access to resources, webinars and support via the ‘Parents at Work portal’
Own your own growth by accessing an extensive online and facilitator led learning catalogue - even earn a MBA micro-credential via OptusU (University)
Connect at work through one of our employee-led volunteer groups: Culture Connect, Elevate Women, Disability Network, Express Yourself (LGBTQIA+), United Veterans and Yarn Network
Vibrant campus life, variety of facilities including restaurants, cafes, gymnasium, GP, and post office
**Two easy travel options to Sydney Campus**: Optus bus from Sydney CBD (20min travel time) and Macquarie University Metro Station (every 6-8 minutes); morning and afternoon
At Optus, we have an ambitious goal to be Australia’s most loved everyday brand. Curious about our culture? Go behind the scenes with our people by searching #OptusLife on LinkedIn.
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