Senior Analyst, Data Governance – Investments
- Max‑term contract (6 months), full‑time position
- Open to candidates across Australia (ideally Melbourne / Sydney), flexible hybrid working
- A hands‑on data governance role supporting critical investment data initiatives
At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues. We know work and life are intertwined. That’s why we support the diverse needs of everyone and have policies that enable us all to thrive and be truly flexible. We ensure diversity is celebrated for the opportunity it provides us all to learn and grow and deliver better outcomes for members.
Your New Role
Are you a data governance professional who enjoys working directly with stakeholders to solve real data problems?
As Senior Analyst, Data Governance – Investments, you’ll sit within the Data Services team and play a key role supporting the implementation and uplift of data governance practices across the Investment domain. You’ll work closely with business, data and technology teams to embed strong data controls, improve data quality and drive a more mature, data‑driven culture.
This is a highly hands‑on role. You’ll be working directly with stakeholders to understand data flows, assess impacts, manage change and ensure governance frameworks are translated into practical, usable outcomes. You’ll be involved across a range of activities, from practical implementation of Data Governance requirements and supporting governance forums, through to uplifting capabilities within the broader Data People Ecosystem.
This role suits someone who is comfortable operating in a dynamic, high‑change environment, and who understands that data is both a risk to be managed and an asset to be maximised.
What You’ll Do
- Perform data impact assessments and support governance of data changes
- Support the implementation of data governance frameworks and practices across the Investment data domain
- Work with stakeholders to define and uplift data control environments, lineage, classifications and business glossaries
- Monitor roll out of data governance implementation and contribute to governance reporting, forums and roadmaps focused on data maturity uplift and risk visibility
- Collaborate across business, data and technology teams to ensure alignment, adoption and compliance with data standards
What You’ll Need
- Strong experience in data governance or data management, ideally within financial services or a regulated environment
- Exposure to investment data, market data vendors or investment processes (highly regarded)
- Proven ability to work directly with stakeholders to translate governance into practical, real-world outcomes
- Experience across key data disciplines such as data quality, metadata, lineage, privacy and security, and data controls
- Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to work with challenging stakeholders and in cross-functional teams in a project environment
Proficiency in one or more data governance and data management tools
- Ability to balance risk, compliance and business value when making decisions about data
Life at AustralianSuper
AustralianSuper is committed to colleague development, and we support our people with ongoing learning, coaching and training, as well as career opportunities across our expanding global organisation. We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment in which all roles can flex, and we’re happy to discuss what this looks like for you.
We cultivate a workplace that champions safety, respect, inclusiveness and diversity. We are committed to supporting our diverse workforce in a way that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let our recruitment team know.
What’s Next
If you’re ready to bring your energy, integrity, generosity of spirit and passion for excellent outcomes to a team that’s shaping how data is managed and used across Investments, apply now!
Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.
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Skills Required
- Strong experience in data governance or data management
- Experience within financial services or a regulated environment
- Exposure to investment data, market data vendors or investment processes
- Proven ability to work directly with stakeholders to translate governance into practical outcomes
- Experience across data disciplines: data quality, metadata, lineage, privacy, security, and data controls
- Strong communication and influencing skills; ability to work with challenging stakeholders and cross-functional teams in a project environment
- Proficiency in one or more data governance and data management tools
- Ability to balance risk, compliance and business value when making data decisions
- Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status
What We Do
AustralianSuper is for everyday Australians and businesses; we help invest members’ money to create the best possible retirement outcomes for members. More than 3 million members and 440,000 businesses trust us to invest more than AU$270 billion on their behalf. One in 8 working Australians are a member of AustralianSuper, the nation’s largest superannuation fund. Our size has given us the ability to leverage significant investment opportunities for long term performance and low fees that are passed on to our members. With services and advice that simplify super for business including a free clearing house, secure online transactions, dedicated relationship managers, education and help. It’s easy to see why we’ve been a top performing fund. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- AustralianSuper is not responsible for other user's comments. We reserve the right to delete any comments that are not in line with our community standards. By participating in the AustralianSuper’s LinkedIn community, you agree to adhere to our House Rules: ausup.me/HouseRules ______________________________________________________________________________________ Investment returns are not guaranteed. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns. Reference to any awards and ratings are only one factor to be taken into account when choosing a super fund. The information posted by AustralianSuper may be general financial advice which doesn’t take into account your personal objectives, situation or needs. Before making a decision about AustralianSuper, you should think about your financial requirements and refer to the relevant Product Disclosure Statement, available at australiansuper.com/pds or by calling 1300 300 273. AustralianSuper Pty Ltd ABN 94 006 457 987, AFSL 233788, Trustee of AustralianSuper ABN 65 714 394 898.
