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Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist

xeroAU: Sydney (45 Clarence St)Legal
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior
Posted
30 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 7d ago

About this role

This position suits an experienced governance professional with a strong background in data management and responsible artificial intelligence who wants to shape strategic policies in Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, Wellington, or via remote arrangements in Australia and New Zealand. Working at Xero, the Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist helps teams manage information as a strategic asset while ensuring the safe and responsible adoption of artificial intelligence.

Role Overview

This full-time position operates within the Legal function's Data & AI Governance team at Xero. The professional in this role reports to the Director of Data & AI Governance and collaborates with departments such as Product, Privacy, Security, Regulatory, Risk, and Government Relations to establish rigorous yet practical governance practices.

Key Responsibilities

Update and evolve privacy, data, and AI governance frameworks to support rapid and responsible business adoption.
Collaborate across different departments to turn governance rules into practical, user-friendly guidance.
Create and deliver educational resources and literacy programs to improve organization-wide data and AI capabilities.
Monitor changing legislation and shifting customer expectations alongside regulatory, privacy, and risk teams.

Requirements

Possess thorough knowledge of data governance practices, including stewardship models, forums, data catalogues, and quality platforms.
Demonstrate practical experience in AI governance, navigating ethical, regulatory, and operational challenges.
Understand technical concepts like data architecture, lineage, and quality through past collaboration with technical experts.
Communicate complex regulatory concepts clearly to technical subject matter experts and policy stakeholders.
Show familiarity with regulations and standards such as GDPR, the EU AI Act, CCPA, ISO 27001, and SOC2.

Skills and Tools

Data governance frameworks
AI governance practices
Data catalogues
Data quality platforms
GDPR, EU AI Act, and CCPA familiarity
ISO 27001 and SOC2 certification frameworks

About the Company

Powered by millions of small businesses and advisors globally, Xero maintains trust by prioritizing responsible data and artificial intelligence usage. The organization offers flexible hybrid working arrangements, including designated boost days for in-person collaboration.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should visit the official Xero careers page to submit an application.

Questions candidates ask

Where is the position located?

The role is open to candidates based in Sydney, Melbourne, Auckland, or Wellington, as well as fully remote workers located within three hours of the AEST time zone across Australia and New Zealand.

Which team does this role sit within?

This role sits within the Data & AI Governance team, which is part of Xero's Legal function.

What regulatory frameworks should applicants be familiar with?

Familiarity with GDPR, the EU AI Act, CCPA, and certification frameworks like ISO 27001 or SOC2 is helpful for the role.

What are the primary duties regarding education?

The specialist is responsible for delivering high-impact literacy programs and tailored educational resources to uplift data and AI capability across Xero.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official xero careers page.

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