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Join our Data Governance team within the Risk Management Group in building safe, responsible and effective use of data, models and user-developed applications (UDA) across its global operations, to meet its obligations under the enterprise policies and standards. We partner with business, data, and technology teams to strengthen data governance, manage risk and embed a strong data culture.

At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and empowering them to shape all kinds of possibilities. We are a global financial services group operating in 31 markets and with 56 years of unbroken profitability. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive team where everyone - no matter what role - contributes ideas and drives outcomes.

What role will you play?

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Reporting directly to the Risk Management Group's Data Officer, you will lead the execution of the group’s baseline data, models and UDAs governance strategy, and actively contribute to the design and continuous improvement of frameworks and operating models that guide responsible use of data, models, and UDAs across the Risk Management Group. You will oversee the design, enhancement and implementation of governance practices and controls, drive adoption of governance activities and partner with senior divisional stakeholders and global teams to uplift baseline data, models, and UDAs governance maturity.

In addition, you will drive compliance activities, ensuring divisions meet their policy and regulatory obligations, as well as identify data gaps, risks and controls, and provide advisory support to stakeholders by assessing data risks, recommending remediation activities, and offering best practice guidance. You will lead group-level monitoring, oversight and reporting activities to drive consistent risk management practices and ensure we meet current and emerging regulatory and policy requirements.

What you offer

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• 5+ years of experience in risk management, data or model and UDA governance, business analysis, or a consulting role
• Strong skills in designing, developing and governing baseline data, models and UDAs frameworks, standards and procedures
• Adept at working both autonomously and collaboratively, with proven ability to build effective relationships, manage expectations, and engage and influence senior stakeholders across complex environments
• Experience delivering projects, with strong organisation skills and attention to detail
• Experience with Enterprise Data Management (EDM) platforms, in particular Collibra, is an advantage
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, quantitative disciplines or information technology, with experience in financial services an advantage.

We love hearing from anyone inspired to build a better future with us, if you're excited about the role or working at Macquarie we encourage you to apply.

What we offer

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At Macquarie, you’re empowered to shape a career that’s rewarding in all the ways that matter most to you. Macquarie employees can access a wide range of benefits which, depending on eligibility criteria, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• 20 weeks’ paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of paid transition leave upon return to work and 6 weeks’ paid leave for secondary caregivers
• 5 days carers leave of immediate family members on top of annual leave
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Voluntary parental medical insurance plan for married employees
• Wellbeing benefits, sessions and events to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing, including a comprehensive medical and life insurance cover
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program, a robust behavioural health network with counselling and coaching services
• Access to a wide range of learning and development opportunities, including reimbursement for professional membership or subscription
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements, dependent on role
• Reimbursement for work from home equipment

About the Risk Management Group

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Our Risk Management Group works as an independent, and centralised function, responsible for independent and objective review and challenge, oversight, monitoring and reporting in relation to Macquarie’s material risks. We are a global team that aims to manage the risks of today and anticipate the risks of tomorrow. Our divisions include compliance, credit, financial crime risk, market risk, operational risk, aggregate risk and prudential, and central.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

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We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace. We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply and welcome all identities, including race, ethnicity, cultural identity, nationality, gender (including gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, marital or partnership status, parental, caregiving or family status, neurodiversity, religion or belief, disability, or socio-economic background. We welcome further discussions on how you can feel included and belong at Macquarie as you progress through our recruitment process.

Our aim is to provide reasonable adjustments to individuals who may need support during the recruitment process and through working arrangements. If you require additional assistance, please let us know in the application process.