Data Governance Lead

03IIA RACWA Holdings Pty Ltd; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangements

Flexible remote options

Career development opportunities

Wellbeing programs

Community involvement

Job summary

RACWA Holdings Pty Ltd is seeking a Data Governance Lead to execute data governance and data management directives across RACWA's federated domains, under the Senior Manager, Data Governance. This is a 1-year maximum term opportunity to start.

The role involves enabling data assets protection, quality, lifecycle management, and compliance with policies and standards, plus engaging with stakeholders to promote accountable data practices across the enterprise.

Qualifications

• Experience with data governance frameworks and data management best practices.
• Familiarity with data quality, lifecycle management and data protection.
• Proven ability to engage both business and technical stakeholders.
• Experience in Business Analysis or Systems Analysis is valued.
• Strong attention to detail and meticulous data handling.

Responsibilities

• Operationalise data governance capabilities across domains and federated lines of business.
• Support strategic data, privacy and security programs within the Data Governance Framework.
• Lead relationship management with data owners/stewards and SMEs to promote governance.
• Define data quality rules and oversee data asset classifications and lifecycle processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and automation in data workflows.

Skills

Data governance

Data management

Stakeholder engagement

Business analysis

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem solving

Organisational abilities

Tools

Microsoft stack

Experian

DMBOK

DCAM

DMBOK/DCAM

Job description

As a Data Governance Lead you will be executing RAC Group data governance and data management directives under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Data Governance, to enable our federated businesses (domains) assess, maintain, protect and enrich our data assets in accordance with agreed principles, policies and standards while proactively contributing to the operationalisation of the enterprise Data Governance Framework. This is a 1-year maximum term opportunity to start.

What will you be doing?

• Supporting Data Governance: Assisting the Senior Manager, Data Governance in operationalising best practice data capabilities into the data domains and federated lines of business across the RAC enterprise.
• Supporting Strategic Programs of Work: Providing material support for the data, privacy and security programs of work currently in play to uplift, evolve and embed our data capabilities, through the operationalisation plan for the Data Governance Framework.
• Leading Relationship Management: Proactively engaging with technical, risk and compliance, business, data owners/data stewards and SME stakeholders to promote effective data governance and data management (we based our data governance framework on the DMBOK) across the organisation, providing clear communication about progress, challenges, and deliverables to the Enterprise Data Council.
• Enhancing Data Management: Support business domains in managing critical data by defining quality rules and lifecycle processes, ensuring secure external sharing, proper disposal, compliance with business and legal requirements, and effective classification and oversight of data assets to enable risk‑aware decision‑making.
• Driving Process Improvement: Identifying opportunities for process improvement and automation, recommending controls and standards to enhance data quality and processing efficiency.
• Understanding Change Impacts: Supporting and performing data impact assessments to ensure that negative impact from change on our data assets are minimised, through clarity and engagement with key functional participants.
• Administering Data Support: Managing data‑related workflows to support data management activities, ensuring tasks and issues are registered and managed accurately and effectively.

What are we looking for in you?

• Industry Experience: Experience in the financial services or insurance industries is desirable.
• Data Management: Familiarity with data management frameworks (DMBOK, DCAM as examples) and tools (Microsoft stack, Experian as examples) is desirable.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Proven and demonstrable experience dealing with both business and technical stakeholders.
• Business and Systems Analysis: Experience in Business Analysis or Systems Analysis is highly regarded.
• Attention to Detail: Strong data entry, processing skills, and meticulous attention to detail.
• Communication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills at all levels.
• Problem Solving Skills: demonstratable success with solving business problems
• Organisational Abilities: Ability to organise, multitask, and manage varied priorities and follow-ups, with availability for operational hours and reasonable overtime.

What can we offer you?

• Innovative Technology Environment: Work with cutting‑edge technologies and be part of a team driving digital transformation across RACWA.
• Growth Mindset Culture & focus on Career Development: Join a team that values personal development and enables continuous learning opportunities, certifications, and career progression within a supportive and growth‑focused environment.
• Work-Life Balance: Benefit from flexible and hybrid working arrangements, including temporary remote work options and a focus on work‑life balance.
• Impactful Projects: Contribute to high‑impact projects or products that directly enhance RACWA's services to its members and the community.
• Diverse and Inclusive Workplace: Be part of an organisation that embraces diversity and inclusion, ensuring a welcoming environment for all employees.
• Employee Wellbeing: Take advantage of a strong focus on employee wellbeing, including mental health support, wellness programs, and fitness incentives.
• Community and Social Responsibility: Engage in meaningful community and social responsibility initiatives that align with RACWA's values and mission.

About RAC

About RAC RAC WA is a member‑focused organisation dedicated to serving the Western Australian community. Our mission is to create a safer, more sustainable, and connected future for all Western Australians. RAC values inclusivity, diversity, and flexibility in the workplace. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome everyone. For assistance during the application process, contact [e-mail].

RAC is a purpose‑led member organisation. Established in 1905, RAC has evolved into one of the most trusted organisations in the state, with more than 1.3 million members. At RAC we don’t have shareholders. That means we reinvest our profits for the better of our members and our State. Our Purpose is to be the driving force for a better WA.

Our Vision to 2030 is to create a safer, sustainable and connected future for Western Australians. Our Mission is delivering great member services and experiences, whilst inspiring positive community change that makes life better in WA. RAC is an equal opportunity employer. We continue to build an inclusive workplace where we respect and celebrate differences. We encourage applications from diverse groups including Indigenous and Torres Strait Islander people, physical ability, all ages, LGBTQI+ identities, all languages and diverse cultures and backgrounds.

For any assistance please contact [e-mail]