Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist
About this role
The Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist is an Auckland-based role at Xero that shapes data and AI governance to support safe and responsible innovation. This position suits professionals with deep expertise in compliance, data management, and artificial intelligence operations who want to enable business teams across Australia and New Zealand.
Role Overview
Xero is hiring a Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist to join the Data & AI Governance team within the Legal function. This position focuses on moving beyond traditional compliance to provide hands-on enablement, ensuring that small businesses and advisors continue to trust the platform. The professional in this role will report to the Director of Data & AI Governance and collaborate closely with product, privacy, security, regulatory, risk, and government relations departments.
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About the Company
Xero provides a platform trusted by millions of small businesses and their advisors globally. The organization supports flexible and hybrid working arrangements, with boost days for in-person collaboration.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their application directly on the official Xero careers page.
Questions candidates ask
Where is the Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist located?
The role is open to candidates based in Auckland, Wellington, Sydney, or Melbourne. Fully remote work is also available for candidates within three hours of the AEST time zone across Australia and New Zealand.
Which department does the Data & AI Governance team sit within?
The team sits within Xero's Legal function.
What regulatory frameworks are relevant to this position?
Familiarity with GDPR, the EU AI Act, CCPA, and certification frameworks such as ISO 27001 and SOC2 strengthens the approach to governance design.
What type of working arrangements does Xero offer?
Xero offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, featuring in-person boost days for connection and collaborative work alongside flexible remote days.