Data Governance Lead

5 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Chandler Macleod Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

Our client AGL are seeking a Data Governance Lead to play a pivotal role in embedding enterprise-wide data governance practices that unlock the full value of organisational data assets. This is a contract role for six months in Melbourne CBD within a hybrid working environment.

About the Role

As the Data Governance Lead, you will champion the development and implementation of a comprehensive data governance framework. You'll lead strategic initiatives to ensure data accuracy, consistency, security, and usability across the business. This is a high-impact role that combines leadership, stakeholder engagement, and technical expertise to drive a culture of data responsibility and literacy.

Key Responsibilities

•    Design and implement enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, and standards.

•    Define and enforce data ownership and stewardship models.

•    Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., Australian Privacy Act, SOCI, PCI DSS, GDPR).

•    Lead the Data Steward Forum and foster cross-functional collaboration.

•    Oversee data quality, metadata, and master data management initiatives.

•    Identify and mitigate data-related risks, including privacy and security.

•    Develop and deliver training programs to promote data governance awareness.

What You'll Bring

•    Proven experience in data governance, data management, or related fields.

•    Proven experience in a leadership or senior specialist role.

•    Proven success in implementing enterprise-wide data governance programs.

•    Strong knowledge of MDM, data lifecycle management, and cloud data platforms.

•    Experience with tools like Collibra, Informatica Axon/EDC, Alation, or Microsoft Purview.

•    Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

•    Agile delivery experience and familiarity with tools like JIRA and Confluence.

•    Experience in the utilities sector is highly desirable.

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At Chandler Macleod, we are committed to fostering a diverse workforce where everyone is welcome. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, neurodiverse, people living with a disability and the LGBTIQA+ community.

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