Strategic Data & Ai Governance Lead (Hybrid)

CBRE, Inc.; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Qantas flight discounts

Bupa health insurance

Wellbeing initiatives

Volunteer days

Job summary

CBRE Pacific is seeking a Data & AI Governance Lead to own data and AI governance end to end. This newly created role has real authority and is based in Sydney CBD with hybrid work options.

You will establish governance frameworks, data quality standards and AI controls to let the business scale confidently while delivering value. You will build and own CBRE Pacific's data governance framework from policy to operating model, set data quality standards, create a data catalogue and lineage, and

Qualifications

• 10+ years in data governance, data management, privacy or technology risk and compliance, including leadership experience.
• Proven track record establishing governance frameworks in large, complex organisations.
• Deep knowledge of Australian and New Zealand privacy regulation and security requirements.
• Experience with AI and model governance, including GenAI risks.
• Strong stakeholder management with the ability to influence at senior leadership level.

Responsibilities

• Build and own CBRE Pacific's data and AI governance framework from policy to operating model.
• Set data quality standards and establish a data catalogue, business glossary and lineage capability.
• Develop and embed enterprise data governance frameworks and controls.
• Establish governance approaches covering ownership, stewardship, privacy, retention and compliance.
• Embed data governance, policy and control requirements and embed security by design into solution designs.
• Promote trusted and governed use of both structured and unstructured data across collaboration tools and repositories.
• Identify and manage data risk, technical debt and fragmentation.
• Own AI and model governance, including model inventory, risk assessment and lifecycle controls for GenAI.
• Coordinate a network of data stewards across business units and functions

Skills

Data governance

Privacy & compliance

Technology risk

Stakeholder management

GenAI governance

Education

CIPP/CDMP/DAMA/CISA certification

Job description

• Data & AI Governance Lead


• Own data and AI governance for CBRE Pacific end to end


• Newly created role with real authority


• Hybrid/Sydney CBD, Land of the Gadigal People

The Opportunity:

Establish the governance frameworks, data quality standards and have responsibility for the AI controls that let the business scale its data and AI ambitions with confidence whilst enabling value.

Here's what you'll focus on:

• Building and owning CBRE Pacific's data and AI governance framework, from policy to operating model


• Setting data quality standards and establishing a data catalogue, business glossary and lineage capability


• Develop and embed enterprise data governance frameworks and controls.


• Establish governance approaches covering ownership, stewardship, privacy, retention and compliance requirements.


• Embed data governance, policy and control requirements and embed security by design into solution designs.


• Promote trusted and governed use of both structured and unstructured data across collaboration tools and repositories.


• Identify and manage data risk, technical debt and fragmentation.


• Owning AI and model governance, including model inventory, risk assessment and lifecycle controls for GenAI


• Coordinating a network of data stewards across business units and functions

Your background:

• 10+ years in data governance, data management, privacy or technology risk and compliance, including leadership experience


• Proven track record establishing governance frameworks in large, complex organisations


• Deep knowledge of Australian and New Zealand privacy regulation and security requirements


• Experience with AI and model governance, including the risks introduced by GenAI


• Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence at senior leadership level


• Relevant certifications (CIPP, CDMP/DAMA, CISA or equivalent) highly regarded

So, what's in it for you?

• A greenfield mandate to build something that matters


• A seat at the table as CBRE Pacific scales its AI capability


• Close partnership with the Data Architect and Analytics leads across a high-performing team


• Recognised for achieving WORK180 Employer Endorsement and recognised as one of WORK180's Top Employers for 2025


• 14 weeks paid primary carer leave plus a one-month return-to-work bonus, and 4 weeks paid secondary carer leave


• Discounted Qantas flights and Bupa health insurance. Wellbeing initiatives and two paid volunteer days each year, free gym classes and excellent end of trip facilities.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values: respect, integrity, service and excellence, and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people.

At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills, and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

Please note the successful applicant will be required to undertake pre-employment background screening by our external third-party provider.

We look forward to hearing from you!