Data Governance Manager
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Date posted
August 7, 2026
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Closing date
Not Disclosed (Open Until Filled)
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Location
Sydney
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Salary
$123,500 - $208,000 /year
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Career level
Senior Manager / Director Level
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Experience
4 – 7 Years
Description
Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Data Governance Manager, based out of their corporate offices in Sydney, Australia. This appointment offers an exceptional opportunity to join a globally recognized financial organization that combines entrepreneurial empowerment, disciplined risk governance, and a merit-based career trajectory.
Banking and Financial Services delivers personal banking, wealth management, and business financial products, leveraging digital innovation to provide superior client experiences. In this role, the successful candidate will work alongside seasoned industry professionals to optimize mission-critical processes, manage risk effectively, and deliver commercially impactful solutions across key markets.
Opportunity Overview & Quick Facts
Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope
- Applying data governance and management practices across Banking and Financial Services, supporting key programmes of work.
- This will involve building and maintaining strong partnerships with a broad range of business and technical stakeholders to implement effective governance, risk and control frameworks.
- Monitor data risk practices to ensure activities meet required standards, and develop, implement and track reporting mechanisms for data governance.
- Execute and drive collaborate with stakeholders to understand and document end-to-end data flows across the business, as well as identify associated risks and controls, highlighting gaps and opportunities for improvement.
- Additionally facilitate workshops with stakeholders at varying levels to review process flows and control assessments, complete data risk assessments for relevant initiatives, and coordinate reviews and audits with key stakeholders and subject matter experts.
Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications
- 4 + years in data risk/controls/governance experience in an enterprise environment.
- Analytical skills and the ability to critically evaluate data risk and controls.
- Experience supporting the uplift of governance and controls capability in an enterprise and environment.
- Understanding of data governance principles, practices and tools.
- Exceptional communication skills with stakeholders at all levels.
- Agile mindset and ability to work in a structured and unstructured environment.
What Macquarie Offers
- Market-Leading Rewards: Competitive base remuneration supplemented by performance-linked incentive programs.
- Flexible Work Frameworks: Modern hybrid working arrangements supporting professional productivity and personal balance.
- Professional Development: Clear internal mobility pathways, technical skill enhancement, and professional accreditation support.
- Comprehensive Wellbeing: Access to employee assistance programs, holistic healthcare coverage, and dedicated wellbeing initiatives.
- Global Network & Impact: Collaborative engagement with cross-border teams across the Americas, EMEA, and Asia-Pacific regions.
Core Competencies & Key Technical Focus
Apply Directly on Macquarie Careers Portal
This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.