At ASIC, you can be the change that ensures a fair, strong and efficient financial system for the benefit of all Australians. Contribute to delivering on ASIC's purpose, vision, and strategic priorities to help maintain the integrity of the financial system and protect consumers from harm.
ASIC's Data Governance team is currently seeking an experienced Data Governance and Assurance professional to lead strategic programs at ASIC that enhance data asset optimisation and mitigate data risk.
- Sydney or Melbourne location
- 12 Month Fixed Term Position
- Salary from $150,262 to $162,634 (depending on experience) + 15.4 % superannuation
- Applications will close at 11:59pm AEST, Wednesday 18 June 2025
The team
The Data Governance team leads ASIC's data governance program, focused on optimising data assets and managing data risk. They collaborate with both business and technical stakeholders to establish data principles, standards, policies and processes that enhance data capture, usage and sharing across the organisation.
The role
The Manager, Data Governance and Assurance Framework Initiatives is responsible for leading the design and delivery of ASIC's data governance and assurance programs. This includes driving the implementation and continuous improvement of the data governance framework to ensure consistent, compliant management of data assets. The role works closely with business units to align governance objectives, maximise data value, and build organisational capability, while also establishing systems to monitor compliance with data policies, standards, agreements, and risk frameworks.
More specifically, you will:
- Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of ASIC's data governance framework, including associated standards, policies and processes.
- Partner with business units to align data governance with organisational objectives, drive data value, manage change and build capability.
- Design and implement systems to monitor compliance with data policies, standards, procedures, agreements and risk frameworks.
- Oversee the development and maintenance of the Service Platform for data and analytics products and services.
- Manage triage of business issues and requests and establish Service Level Agreements for resolution.
- Contribute to the cataloguing of ASIC's data assets, policies, and standards.
- Build partnerships with business and technical stakeholders to support data specification, preparation, management and governance for data initiatives.
About you
The ideal candidate for the Manager, Data Governance and Assurance Framework Initiatives role at ASIC is a strategic and experienced data governance professional who brings a strong track record in leading enterprise-wide data initiatives. They will possess a deep understanding of data governance frameworks, risk management and assurance practices with the ability to translate these into practical, scalable solutions.
In addition, you will have:
- Tertiary qualifications in IT, Information Management, Statistics, Economics, Law or a related discipline with a focus on data governance and management.
- Proven experience in developing and applying data governance policies, with knowledge of frameworks such as DAMA, DMBOK, or DATA 2.0.
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex data environments, embed data strategies and implement systems for data collection, storage and use.
- Strong technical understanding of information systems and their application in data capture, management and analysis.
- Proficiency in one or more technical areas such as data lineage, metadata, data modelling, data quality, integration/ETL, data warehousing, or analytics.
- Experience in managing data risks and leading compliance or assurance activities in complex organisations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts and influence decision-making.
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Applications will close at 11:59pm AEST, Wednesday 18 June 2025.
About ASIC
ASIC's remit is one of the broadest of regulators across the world. ASIC regulates corporations, markets, financial services and consumer credit and monitors and promotes market integrity and consumer protection in the Australian financial system. Through our enforcement work, we hold to account those who contravene the law, working to achieve strong outcomes that address the greatest consumer and investor harms.
ASIC is committed to a providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. Indigenous Australians are encouraged to apply as well as applicants from all backgrounds and with different abilities.
We offer a range of employee benefits including:
- Attractive superannuation
- Additional leave entitlements
- 50/50 hybrid work-from home model
- Flexible work arrangements
- Assistance for study and professional development
Click here to view ASIC's salary and benefits guide.
To read more about ASIC, you can visit our website or review our Corporate Plan.
To work with us, you need to be an Australian citizen and be prepared to complete an ASIC Suitability and Baseline Assessment.
