Senior Data & AI Governance Specialist

Xero

. Evolve Xero’s privacy, data, and AI governance frameworks .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeRemote • New Zealand, AustraliaSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data governance frameworks, AI governance, and the ability to translate complex regulatory requirements into actionable guidance. Proven capability in collaborating with cross-functional teams to uplift data and AI literacy while addressing ethical and operational challenges.

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Data Governance FrameworksAI GovernanceData ArchitectureGDPR FamiliarityISO 27001/SOC2 Certification

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Hard Skills

Data Stewardship ModelsData CataloguesData Quality PlatformsTechnical ImplementationRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Growth MindsetCollaborationCommunication

Industry Keywords

EU AI ActGovernance PoliciesBiasTransparencyExplainability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evolve Xero’s privacy, data, and AI governance frameworks
Enable rapid, responsible data use and AI adoption and deployment across the business
Partner with cross-functional teams to translate governance policies and requirements into practical, user-friendly guidance at scale
Support adoption of governance guidance
Deliver high-impact literacy programmes and tailored educational resources
Uplift data and AI capability across Xero
Work with Regulatory, Privacy, and Risk functions on evolving legislation and customer expectations
Advise decision-makers on governance guardrails for safe experimentation and development
Co-design pragmatic data and AI governance approaches addressing bias, transparency, and explainability
Report to the Director of Data & AI Governance and collaborate with Product, Privacy, Security, Regulatory, Risk, and Government Relations

Requirements

What you’ll need

Deep knowledge of data governance frameworks and practices
Experience setting up stewardship models and governance forums
Experience with data catalogues and data quality platforms
Recent hands-on experience in AI governance
Ability to understand AI systems and navigate ethical, regulatory, and operational challenges of responsible AI at scale
Experience working with engineers and technical experts
Technical depth in data architecture, quality, and lineage
Hands-on experience bridging policy and technical implementation
Ability to translate complex regulatory and policy requirements into clear, actionable guidance
Ability to explain governance concepts to technical SMEs and technical concepts to policy stakeholders
Familiarity with GDPR, the EU AI Act, and CCPA
Familiarity with ISO 27001/SOC2 certification frameworks
Growth mindset and drive to automate, improve, and share learnings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Fully remote working available for candidates within three hours of the AEST time zone across Australia and New Zealand
Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Boost days bringing hybrid teams together in person for connection and collaborative work
Fair and supportive recruitment experience
Recruitment accommodations or adjustments, including modified interview format, additional assessment time, or assistive technology
Potential consideration for other current or future opportunities if application information is retained
Background checks handled with consent and relevant checks completed