Data Governance Specialist

Are you passionate about data integrity and governance? We're looking for a talented **Data Governance Specialist** to spearhead the development of our Data Governance Practice. This role is essential in driving our data governance initiatives, ensuring data is secure, ethically managed, and fully utilised to its potential across the organisation.

**Mō te Tūranga | About the Role**

You'll be responsible for creating sustainable governance solutions that enhance data transparency, security, and compliance. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you'll implement practices that safeguard our data assets, building a solid foundation for ethical data use. This is a hands-on role where you'll drive improvements in data governance maturity, helping us leverage data as a key strategic asset. Travel to Adelaide will be required from time to time as part of these responsibilities.

**Key** **Responsibilities**:

- Design and implement Data Governance solutions, covering structured and unstructured data.
- Collaborate with Architecture and Data Engineering teams to document data lineage, quality, and retention procedures.
- Develop data catalogues, dictionaries, and governance protocols that are both transparent and secure.
- Contribute to the creation and monitoring of data policies, ensuring adherence to security, privacy, and regulatory requirements.
- Establish strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing leadership and support for data management initiatives.
- Lead initiatives to maintain data transparency and usability while enforcing safe practices across SkyCity.

**Pānga | Impact**

By implementing cutting-edge solutions, you'll enable the organisation to extract more value from its data assets, all while ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards. Your contribution will ensure that our data is used responsibly and effectively, driving innovation and operational excellence.

**Mōu**| About You**
- You'll hold a Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Business, Data Analytics, Technology, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field.
- With over 5 years of experience in Data Governance, you'll bring a strong understanding of the full data lifecycle, from sourcing and transformation to security, privacy, and retention.
- You'll have hands-on proficiency in SQL, Python and Excel, with proven analytical skills in data profiling, cleansing, and technical documentation.
- Your ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders allows you to build trust and influence key decisions.
- You're a natural problem-solver with a knack for turning ideas into practical business opportunities.
- Committed to teamwork, you excel at collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals.

**Ngā painga | Benefits**

We offer you the opportunity to make a substantial impact on our data governance practices and help shape the future of our business. You will be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation and excellence. In return, we provide a collaborative and supportive work environment where your skills and expertise will be recognised and valued. In addition, we offer some fantastic employee benefits including:

- Fully subsidised health insurance through Southern Cross
- Meals from $2.50 in our staff cafeteria
- Flexible working opportunities
- Discounted city car parking
- Free entry to the Sky Tower whenever you like
- Discounts across site in our hotels & restaurants

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