The Framework Design team within Defensive Data and AI exists to empower people to responsibly use data and AI in a way that is safe, compliant and scalable. We do this by reducing risk while supporting business outcomes, through well‑designed, practical governance frameworks that can be consistently applied across the Group.

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?

In your role, you will help shape and embed Macquarie's data and AI governance frameworks, ensuring they are consistent, practical and aligned across areas such as data quality, privacy, retention and classification. You will manage review cycles, engage with stakeholders and develop clear guidance that supports effective and proportionate implementation.

Working closely with teams across risk, compliance, legal, technology and operations, you will help meet regulatory and policy expectations, monitor emerging data and AI risks, and translate these into meaningful updates. Your work will also support governance forums and senior leaders through well-crafted materials and insights, and contribute to measuring how effectively frameworks are adopted and applied across the organisation.

What you offer

• Experience in in areas such as data governance, data management, AI governance or technology risk, ideally within a large or complex organisation
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across diverse teams, levels and technical backgrounds
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data, AI and risk concepts into clear, accessible language
• Experience in governance, framework design, policy, standards or risk management, ideally within a large or complex organisation
• A structured and analytical approach, with a focus on practical outcomes and sustainable implementation
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic, matrixed environment.

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

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 employment type, include:

• 1 wellbeing leave day per year
• Up to 5 additional service bonus leave days per year
• Up to 20 weeks' paid parental leave for primary caregivers along with 12 days of transition leave upon return to work, and 6 weeks' paid leave for non-primary caregivers
• 2 days of paid volunteer leave and donation matching
• Up to 12 months' gender affirmation leave, including 6 weeks' paid leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program and wellbeing benefits including skin and health checks, and flu vaccinations
• Access to a wide range of salary packaging options
• 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 Corporate Operations Group

In our Corporate Operations Group, you will work at the heart of Macquarie to deliver for our people, businesses, and their customers. We're a global, collaborative team with deep expertise in technology, data, digital, market operations, corporate real estate, business resilience, procurement and global security.

Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

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, family and domestic violence 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.