Director of Data & AI

Wotton Kearney; Sydney; On-site; AUD 210,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FLEX for all

Mentoring program

Supportive culture

CSR activities

Parental leave

Home office allowance

Education assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Wotton Kearney is seeking a Director of Data & AI to lead the firm’s enterprise-wide data, analytics and AI strategy. You will shape the transformation roadmap, align technology with business goals, and build capability across teams to deliver measurable value for clients and the business.

This senior role requires broad expertise in data engineering, analytics and AI/ML, with a strong governance framework and experience turning emerging tech into practical opportunities.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in a senior data/analytics/AI leadership role.
• Proven track record delivering enterprise data and AI strategies with measurable outcomes.
• Experience leading complex data and technology transformation programs.
• Broad technical understanding across data engineering, analytics and AI/ML.
• Strong governance knowledge including privacy, security and responsible AI.

Responsibilities

• Lead Data & AI transformation across WK’s ecosystem, advancing from foundations to AI-enabled decision-making.
• Partner with legal, technology, strategy and client-facing teams to embed data/AI into operations and services.
• Develop capability across data engineering, analytics and AI with a focus on enterprise scalability.
• Provide governance for data architecture, privacy, security and responsible AI across development and deployment.
• Define and deliver WK’s firm-wide data and AI strategy and multi-year transformation roadmap.

Skills

Data leadership

AI strategy

Transformation programs

Data engineering

Architecture & analytics

AI/ML lifecycle

Governance & security

Commercial judgement

Stakeholder management

Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/Fabric)

Education

Tertiary qualification

Tools

Azure

AWS

Fabric

Job description

“Being the best isn’t just about being the best professionals. It’s about being the best place to work, grow, be yourself.”

Join the best. Be yourself.

We’re looking for a Director of Data & AI to lead WK’s enterprise-wide approach to data, analytics and AI. This is a senior leadership role with the opportunity to set the direction for how we use data and AI across the firm, lead our transformation roadmap and build the capability needed to bring that strategy to life. Sitting across technology, strategy and operations, you’ll work closely with senior leaders to turn emerging technology into practical outcomes for our people, clients and business.

Building on our existing data engineering and platform capabilities, you’ll lead the next stage of WK’s evolution from strong data foundations through to advanced analytics and AI-enabled decision-making. Through strategic leadership, team development and firmwide capability building, you’ll bring together a broad remit spanning data and AI transformation, architecture, governance and responsible AI, while identifying opportunities to create meaningful business and client value.

You’ll be responsible for:

Data & AI transformation:

• Lead the evolution of our data ecosystem, building on existing platforms, architecture and engineering capabilities.
• Progress the firm from data collection and foundations through to actionable insights, advanced analytics and AI-enabled solutions.
• Identify and prioritise opportunities where data and AI can deliver measurable value for our business and clients.

Stakeholder & client impact:

• Partner with legal, technology, strategy and client-facing teams to embed data and AI into how we operate and deliver services.
• Translate complex technical concepts into clear, practical opportunities and outcomes for senior stakeholders.
• Work with our Advisory team to develop solutions and client platforms that support WK’s defensible AI agenda and broader client offering.

Team & capability building:

• Lead and develop capability across data engineering, analytics and AI, building the skills required to deliver the firm’s strategy.
• Build greater data literacy and responsible AI fluency across the firm through capability and skills programs.
• Create a collaborative environment that supports experimentation, innovation and continuous improvement.

Data governance & architecture:

• Provide strategic oversight of WK’s data architecture, ensuring it remains scalable, reliable and aligned with business needs.
• Establish and maintain strong governance across data quality, privacy, security and responsible AI.
• Oversee appropriate governance for AI and machine learning models across development, deployment, monitoring and ongoing use.

Strategy & leadership:

• Define and deliver WK’s firm wide data and AI strategy, aligned with broader business and client priorities.
• Lead a multi-year transformation roadmap, building capability across data, analytics and AI.
• Keep WK connected to emerging technologies and industry developments, identifying practical opportunities across legal and professional services.

What you’ll bring:

• 10 plus years' experience in a senior data, analytics and/or AI leadership role, ideally within professional services, legal or another complex, regulated environment.
• A proven track record developing and delivering enterprise-wide data and AI strategies with measurable outcomes.
• Strong experience leading complex data and technology transformation programs across operational and client-facing environments.
• Broad technical understanding across data engineering, architecture, analytics and AI/ML, including the AI model lifecycle.
• A strong understanding of data and AI governance, including privacy, confidentiality, security, risk and responsible AI.
• Commercial judgement and an ability to turn emerging technologies and technical capability into practical business and client opportunities.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills, with experience building multidisciplinary teams and influencing at an executive level.
• Familiarity with modern data and cloud environments, including platforms such as Azure, AWS and Fabric, supported by a relevant tertiary qualification.

Why Wotton Kearney?

At WK, you'll join a high-performing and supportive team where your contribution is genuinely valued. We invest in our people, encourage new ideas and provide opportunities to grow your career while maintaining balance and flexibility.

• FLEX for all.We care about client outcomes, quality, and business and cultural contributions.
• Our mentoring programoffers continuous support and guidance throughout your career. You'll have access to training, conferences, and workshops, keeping you updated on the latest developments in the legal and insurance industries.
• Our culturesets us apart.Collegiate, open, innovative, passionate about everything we do.
• We give backto the community.Join us in CSR activities to support our charity partners, from building houses in Cambodia, participating in fun runs or baking cup cakes, there's a way for everyone to contribute.
• Leaders of the pack.Work with a firm that understands its purpose, has a singular focus on the insurance industry and is excited by the potential for growth in our market!
• Supporting youwith generous parental leave entitlements, purchased annual leave, home office allowances, education assistance, Employee Assistance Program and many more.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace at Wotton Kearney. As part of our dedication to accessibility, we strive to support candidates with disabilities throughout the interview process.

If you require any accommodations or assistance during the application and interview stages please contact Katarina Mali, Talent Acquisition Business Partner on *************@wottonkearney.com