Head of Privacy and AI Enablement

Company Description

Montu is Australia's largest healthtech business with a focus on alternative healthcare. Founded in 2019, it supports patients, doctors and pharmacies through its Alternaleaf clinic, offers accredited healthcare education to clinicians via its SAGED platform, and dispensing solutions to pharmacies across Australia through Leafio. Montu is also the founding member of Cannabis Council Australia, a non-for-profit advocacy body that advances legislative change across the healthcare landscape. Our mission is to make alternative healthcare more affordable and accessible for the millions who could benefit.

Montu has been recognised as Australia's fastest-growing tech company in the Deloitte TechFast 50 for two consecutive years (#1 in 2022 and 2023), achieving remarkable revenue growth of 26,000% and 9,000%. Named #1 on LinkedIn's Top Startups Australia 2024, Montu has cemented its position as the largest business of its kind outside North America and continues to evolve on its journey.

This role is an Australia-based, fully work-from-home position, with access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

Job Description

At Montu, we're transforming access to alternative medicine and raising the standard of patient care across Australia. To achieve this, our Risk & Compliance team plays a pivotal role in ensuring we meet our obligations, uphold the highest standards of integrity, and foster a culture of accountability across the business.

We're now seeking a Head of Privacy and AI Enablement to join the leadership team. Reporting to the General Manager of Risk & Compliance, this is a newly created, future-focused role at the intersection of privacy, compliance, and responsible AI. You'll lead a team to strengthen Montu's privacy and AI frameworks, enable innovation, and ensure we navigate emerging risks with confidence.

What you'll do

• Set the direction: Develop and execute Montu's privacy and AI strategy, balancing innovation with compliance and responsible AI principles.
• Advise at the highest level: Provide expert guidance to the General Manager, Executive Team, and governance committees on privacy and AI risks, trends, and regulations.
• Shape frameworks & policies: Build, implement, and continuously improve privacy and AI compliance frameworks, policies, and training programs.
• Manage risk proactively: Oversee privacy and AI impact assessments, monitoring programs, incident response, and assurance activities.
• Engage stakeholders: Partner with Product, Engineering, Legal, regulators, and external stakeholders to embed trust, transparency, and privacy-preserving technologies.
• Lead people & culture: Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team, setting clear OKRs and KPIs while promoting diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.

Qualifications

What we're looking for

• 10+ years' experience in senior compliance roles within large, regulated industries.
• Proven track record in developing and implementing privacy and AI programs from the ground up.
• A strong background that bridges legal/compliance and technology.
• Deep knowledge of privacy, health, and related legislation, with the ability to interpret and apply complex regulatory requirements.
• Leadership experience with the ability to coach, inspire, and develop teams.
• Strong stakeholder management skills — able to influence across functions and levels of the business.
• Exceptional communication skills, able to simplify complex concepts for senior leaders and regulators alike.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in law, risk, compliance, or related disciplines.

Additional Information

You'll be joining a high-performing, fast-paced team where your work drives meaningful impact in a leading tech company at the intersection of healthcare. We take pride in our driven and results-focused culture, where ambitious individuals can push the boundaries of innovation and contribute to better outcomes for Australians.

Other benefits include:

• Gaining access to SAGED courses and more through the Greenhouse learning platform, fostering continuous growth and development.
• Enjoying discounts with over 450 retailers through our Reward and Recognition platform.
• The freedom of a full-time, work-from-home role.
• Access to co-working spaces in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and select regional cities.
• Mental health support through our wellbeing platform, Unmind.
• A private health insurance discount through Medibank.
• Up to 8 weeks of paid parental leave.
• Swag kits to celebrate key milestones in your journey with us.
• Enhance your home office with our work from home equipment allowance benefit.
• Being part of one of the fastest-growing industries in Australia, improving the lives of hundreds of thousands of patients.

We are committed to facilitating a barrier-free recruitment process and work environment. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.