Data Governance Senior Manager

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Job role insights

  • Date posted

    September 24, 2026

  • Closing date

    December 23, 2026

  • Location

    Sydney

  • Salary

    $123,500 - $208,000 /year

  • Career level

    Senior Level

  • Experience

    4 – 7 Years

Description

Macquarie Group is currently accepting applications for the role of Data Governance Senior 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.

The team operates at the intersection of international capital markets, advanced technology, and commercial enablement, delivering high-impact solutions across global businesses. 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

Requisition ID: #24335
Location: Sydney, Australia
Organization: Macquarie Group
Career Level: Senior Level
Experience Level: 4 – 7 Years
Work Model: Hybrid / Flexible Working
Remuneration: $123,500 – $208,000 AUD per annum
Employment Term: Permanent / Full Time

Key Responsibilities & Operational Scope

  • As the People & Culture Divisional Data Officer, you will lead data governance across People & Culture, providing independent oversight and guidance to strengthen how data is owned, managed and used.
  • Interface strategically with stakeholders across business, technology and risk teams to embed effective governance practices, support key data management initiatives, and ensure critical data is governed in line with enterprise standards and risk requirements.
  • Your work will help build confidence in data-driven decision-making while supporting the delivery of strategic business outcomes.

Candidate Profile & Required Qualifications

  • Extensive experience in data governance, data management or data risk within a large and complex organisation, with the ability to influence stakeholders and drive governance outcomes.
  • Understanding of data governance frameworks, metadata management, data quality, data lineage and data ownership, with experience using data governance tools such as Collibra.
  • Knowledge of end-to-end data processes, including data ingestion, cloud-based data platforms, data warehouses, reporting, analytics and emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and automation.
  • Experience partnering with senior stakeholders across business, technology and risk functions, providing constructive challenge and supporting effective risk management and decision-making.
  • Excellent communication, facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build data literacy, accountability and governance capability across a diverse organisation.

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

Data Governance Technology Steward

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This position is actively accepting candidate submissions. Access the official Macquarie Group recruitment platform to review comprehensive operational criteria and lodge your formal application.

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