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Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist

xeroAU: Victoria Remote WorkerLegal
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Senior
Posted
30 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 9d ago

About this role

Xero seeks a Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist to work remotely across Australia or from specific office locations to lead responsible data and artificial intelligence practices. This position suits an experienced governance professional who wants to partner with technical and legal teams to shape ethical technology use.

Role Overview

Xero is hiring a Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist to join the Data & AI Governance team within the Legal function. The position reports to the Director of Data & AI Governance and focuses on bridging the gap between high-level policies and daily operational practices. The professional in this role will help teams across the business innovate responsibly while maintaining customer trust.

Key Responsibilities

Update and evolve privacy, data, and AI governance frameworks to support rapid and responsible adoption across the company.
Collaborate with cross-functional departments to turn governance rules into practical, easy-to-use guidance.
Create and deliver educational resources and literacy programs to improve organization-wide data and AI capabilities.
Collaborate with privacy, regulatory, and risk teams to stay ahead of shifting legislation and customer expectations.

Requirements

Bring extensive knowledge of data governance practices, including stewardship models, governance forums, data catalogues, and data quality tools.
Possess recent, practical experience in AI governance to navigate ethical, regulatory, and operational challenges at scale.
Demonstrate technical depth in areas such as data architecture, lineage, and quality through past collaboration with engineering teams.
Communicate complex regulatory concepts clearly to technical experts and translate technical details for policy stakeholders.
Show familiarity with regulatory frameworks and standards such as GDPR, the EU AI Act, CCPA, ISO 27001, and SOC2.

Skills and Tools

Data Governance Frameworks
AI Governance
Data Catalogues
Data Quality Platforms
Data Architecture and Lineage
GDPR, EU AI Act, CCPA, ISO 27001, SOC2

About the Company

Xero provides a trusted platform utilized by millions of small businesses and advisors globally. The company operates through flexible and hybrid working models, offering boost days for in-person collaboration.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply directly on the official Xero careers page.

Questions candidates ask

Where is the position located?

The role is open to candidates based in Melbourne, Sydney, Auckland, or Wellington, with fully remote working options available for candidates within three hours of the AEST time zone across Australia and New Zealand.

Which team does this role belong to?

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

Who does the Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist report to?

The position reports directly to the Director of Data & AI Governance.

What regulations and standards are relevant to this role?

Familiarity with regulations such as GDPR, the EU AI Act, CCPA, and certification frameworks like ISO 27001 and SOC2 strengthens the approach to governance design in this position.

What working arrangements does Xero offer?

Xero offers flexible and hybrid working arrangements, featuring optional remote work within specific time zones and in-person boost days for collaborative work.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official xero careers page.

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