About this role
This remote position is for a Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist at Xero, operating across Australia and New Zealand. The professional filling this role will help shape responsible data management and AI governance to support safe innovation and maintain customer trust.
Role Overview
The Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist operates within Xero's Legal function and reports directly to the Director of Data & AI Governance. This position connects policy with daily practice by providing enablement services rather than focusing purely on traditional compliance. The person in this role works alongside departments such as Product, Privacy, Security, Risk, Regulatory, and Government Relations to address practical challenges like explainability, transparency, and bias.
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About the Company
Xero provides a trusted platform utilized by millions of small business owners and their advisors globally. The organization offers flexible remote and hybrid work options for individuals located in Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland, Wellington, or within three hours of the AEST time zone in Australia and New Zealand.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official Xero careers page.
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Where is the Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist position located?
The role is open to candidates based in Auckland, Wellington, Sydney, or Melbourne, as well as remote workers located within three hours of the AEST time zone across New Zealand and Australia.
Which department does the Data & AI Governance team sit within?
The team sits within Xero's Legal function.
What regulations and standards are relevant to this role?
Familiarity with regulations such as GDPR, CCPA, and the EU AI Act, alongside certification frameworks like ISO 27001 and SOC2, strengthens the governance design approach.
Who does this role report to?
The position reports to the Director of Data & AI Governance.
What initial focus areas are outlined for the role?
The role initially focuses on evolving governance frameworks, partnering on practical guidance translation, delivering literacy programs, and tracking evolving legislation with regulatory and risk functions.