Lead - Data Management

Role summary

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The Lead - Data Management role requires strong experience in data governance, data quality, metadata management, data policies, and enterprise data platforms. The successful candidate is expected to lead data management initiatives, improve data consistency and accessibility, manage stakeholder relationships, and support regulatory and risk requirements. Experience working across complex organisations, influencing senior stakeholders, and translating business needs into practical data solutions is important. Candidates should demonstrate leadership, analytical thinking, communication skills, and knowledge of relevant data management frameworks, controls, and technologies. Experience in banking, financial services, or another highly regulated environment would be advantageous.

About the employer

ANZ, or Australia and New Zealand Banking Group, is one of Australia’s major banking institutions, serving retail, business, corporate, and institutional customers across Australia, New Zealand, and selected international markets. Its services include everyday banking, lending, payments, wealth management, commercial finance, and institutional banking. ANZ employs technology, data, and digital capabilities to improve customer experiences, manage risk, support financial wellbeing, and operate efficiently. The bank places emphasis on responsible banking, inclusion, integrity, innovation, and sustainable business practices. Its corporate and technology teams work across areas such as data governance, cybersecurity, digital platforms, risk, operations, and analytics. The advertised Sydney-based position would typically involve collaboration with business leaders, technology teams, risk specialists, and data professionals in a structured financial-services environment.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in banking, technology, data, healthcare, engineering, construction, education, and professional services, especially in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, and Adelaide. Workplace culture is generally collaborative, direct, practical, and focused on work-life balance, although major financial institutions can be demanding. Lifestyle options range from vibrant cities and multicultural dining to beaches, national parks, and regional communities. Housing and transport costs vary considerably, with Sydney and Melbourne usually among the most expensive locations. Skilled professionals may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa, state or territory nomination, or other eligible migration pathways; requirements depend on occupation, qualifications, English ability, age, and experience. Applicants should check current rules through the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Relocating commonly involves arranging a visa, health insurance, accommodation, tax registration, banking, and local qualifications or checks where required.