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Data Governance Manager


Company : iSelect


Location : Melbourne, Victoria


Created : 2025-11-29


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Who We Are iSelect and Compare the Market are trusted, wellknown brands dedicated to helping millions of Australians compare and buy personal finance and household products such as insurance, energy, and loans. Together, we provide a seamless, customerfocused experience that makes it easier for Australians to find the right products to suit their needs. What Youll Be Doing Governance isnt a tickbox exercise here its part of our DNA. Youll lead the design and delivery of our enterprisewide Data Governance Framework an initiative that underpins our entire technology roadmap and informs decisions at every level of the organization. Youll also be an enabler for enterprise projects, creating usable, explainable frameworks that support real outcomes and influence critical KRIs that shape how data drives our decisionmaking. Youll be responsible for leading the implementation and ongoing management of our Data Governance Framework. This includes defining strategy, objectives, roles and responsibilities, shared definitions, policies, standards, procedures, and technologies to support informed, datadriven decisionmaking as well as control and mitigate data risks across the business. Your focus will be to: Define and implement strategy, objectives and standards that make data governance practical and impactful Drive endtoend initiatives across data cataloguing, data quality, literacy and security Champion data governance adoption by educating and empowering teams across the business Translate complex technical concepts into clear, actionable frameworks for both technical and nontechnical stakeholders This is a highprofile role with visibility at Board level, ensuring our governance program stays on track and delivers measurable value. Youll work within a multidisciplinary team that brings together Governance, Analytics and Reporting giving you variety in a highly collaborative environment! Whats In It For You At Compare the Market and iSelect, were all about helping people make smart choices and joining us might just be yours. We offer an environment where your ideas are heard, your contributions are valued, and your growth genuinely matters. Collaboration is part of our DNA, and youll be joining a supportive, forwardthinking team where you can do meaningful work (and be recognised for it!) Were guided by three shared values that shape how we work, how we treat each other, and how we show up for our customers Drive, Noble Intent and All Together. Plus, we offer a range of great perks to help you thrive both in and out of work: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, including the option of one day working from home each week or a 9day fortnight Enjoy additional leave days ME leave and Volunteer Day leave Option to purchase additional leave Return To Work bonus for returning parents Quarterly Award and Recognition program What Sets You Apart Youre someone who knows data governance inside out and loves making it practical, not just theoretical. With a solid foundation in the principles and standards that keep data safe and useful, youre confident working with senior stakeholders and influencing decisions. You will also have experience working with one or more popular data governance tools (Informatica, Collibra, Alation etc) along with hands on implementation of the same across an enterprise landscape. Communication is your superpower you can turn technical jargon into plain language and bring people on the journey. Above all, youre collaborative, solutionsfocused and ready to lead initiatives that make a real impact. Youll also have: Around 5+ years in data governance or data management (you know your stuff!) Developed KPIs and dashboards to measure the effectiveness of data governance initiatives. Worked closely with data stewards, business data owners, IT stakeholders to educate on data governance policies and standards. Solid understanding of standards like ISO/IEC 38505, CPG235, DMBOK, AESCSF, ISO 27001 and GDPR Defined and implemented data quality framework, processes and enabled data quality uplift DAMA certification or accreditation? This is a big plus Proven experience leading people (directly and virtually) and managing resourcesComfortable rolling up your sleeves and working independently Sound like a good fit? Lets talk! At Compare the Market and iSelect were proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we embrace diversity. This role is available to candidates with unlimited Australian working rights only. Sponsorship is not available. Compare the Market and iSelect are committed to protecting your privacy. All applications and personal information are kept confidential and securely stored in line with Australian privacy laws, used only for recruitment purposes, and not shared with third parties outside the Auto and General Holdings Group without your consent. #J-18808-Ljbffr