Data Governance Lead

RAA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free RAA premium road service

RAA Rewards Program

Discounts on RAA products

Flexible work arrangements

Training & Study Support Program

Wellbeing facilities and Corporate健康?"

Job summary

RAA is establishing a dedicated Data & AI capability in Adelaide and seeks a Data Governance Lead to embed governance foundations across the organisation. You will shape policies, standards and stewardship to enable trusted data, responsible AI and confident decision-making, partnering with executives, IT and governance functions.

You will drive data ownership, data quality improvements and regulatory alignment while building a lasting governance community across business units.

Qualifications

• Experience establishing or embedding data governance within complex organisations.
• Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality and information management practices.
• Experience building stewardship models and partnering with stakeholders to create accountability for data assets.
• Experience working with privacy, risk, legal, audit or cyber security functions to strengthen governance outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Establish and embed governance frameworks, policies, standards and stewardship practices.
• Lift data quality and create clear accountability across the organisation.
• Partner with business leaders and technology teams to enable trusted insights and responsible AI.
• Lead a community of data owners and stewards and drive adoption of governance practices.

Skills

Data governance

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Risk & privacy awareness

AI governance

Job description

• Full-time permanent position based in Adelaide CBD reporting to Senior Manager. Data Strategy & Architecture
• Help establish the governance foundations for RAA's AI-enabled future
• Build enterprise-wide trust in data, insights and responsible AI

The Role

We're building something new!

RAA is investing in a dedicated Data & AI capability to help unlock the full value of one of our most important strategic assets, our data.

Building on trusted data and strong governance foundations, we're creating the capabilities that will support advanced analytics, artificial intelligence and better decision-making across the organisation. At the heart of this transformation is a commitment to ensuring data is trusted, secure, well-governed and fit for purpose.

As the Data Governance Lead, you'll play a critical role in establishing and embedding the frameworks, policies, standards and stewardship practices that enable data to be managed as a true enterprise asset. You'll help shape how data is governed across RAA, creating clear accountability, lifting data quality, and ensuring our approach supports both regulatory requirements and our growing AI ambitions.

This is a unique opportunity to build a modern data governance capability from the ground up. You'll work closely with business leaders, data owners, technology teams and governance functions to create the foundations that enable trusted insights, responsible AI and confident decision-making across the organisation.

About You

You're passionate about turning governance into a business enabler rather than an administrative exercise. You understand that great governance creates trust, accountability and confidence in decision-making.

You enjoy building frameworks, influencing stakeholders and creating practical solutions that help organisations manage information responsibly. You're equally comfortable working with senior leaders, technical specialists and business teams to drive adoption and embed lasting change.

We're Looking For Someone With

• Experience establishing or embedding data governance frameworks, policies and standards within complex organisations
• Strong knowledge of data governance, data quality and information management practices
• Experience building stewardship models and partnering with stakeholders to create accountability for data assets
• Experience working with privacy, risk, legal, audit or cyber security functions to strengthen governance outcomes
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills, with the ability to build capability and drive adoption across diverse teams
• A passion for creating trusted data environments that support analytics, innovation and responsible AI adoption

When you join RAA, you'll find more than just a role:

• The opportunity to help establish a new enterprise Data & AI capability
• A key role in building the governance foundations required for RAA's AI-first future
• The chance to influence how data is managed, protected and leveraged across the organisation
• The opportunity to build and lead a community of data owners and stewards
• A collaborative environment working alongside specialists in data, analytics, architecture and AI
• A career-defining opportunity to help one of South Australia's most trusted brands become a truly data-driven organisation

About Us

Established in 1903, RAA has grown up alongside South Australia - and for more than 120 years, the community has trusted us to have their back. Known for our iconic road service and insurance, we now support over 840,000 members across travel, solar and battery solutions, EV charging and more. And we don't just deliver services, we stand up for what matters, advocating for safety, wellbeing and a stronger future for our state.

Our purpose is simple: be better for our members and better for our community. Guided by our values — Member Obsessed, Doing the Right Thing, Delivering Together and Courageously Challenging. We’re one of SA's most trusted brands and largest employers. We’re on a mission to be the #1 employer of choice, creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where our people feel empowered to make a real difference, every day.

Benefits

• Free RAA premium road service
• Access to our RAA Rewards Program
• Generous discounts on all RAA products
• Flexible work arrangements
• Ongoing Training & Development opportunities and a Study Support Program
• Wellbeing facilities and Corporate Health Insurance Plan

You'll need to provide evidence of your eligibility to work in Australia and we'll also need you to undertake a police check before you can work with us at RAA.

We're committed to a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone is valued for their unique contributions. We welcome applications from people of all ages and backgrounds, including people living with disability, First Nations Peoples, LGBTIQA+ community members, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.