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Data Scientist | Senior Analyst - Model, Data, and AI Risks Internal Audit

Macquarie Group
Sydney, NSW
hybrid
Full Time / Permanent

What role will you play?

As the analytical engine within the Model, Data and AI Audit team, you will conduct audit testing across all dimensions of data risk, including data quality, data sovereignty, privacy, and records retention. You will also perform reviews of both traditional and AI models, covering all stages of the model lifecycle across Macquarie. You will play a key role in uplifting the model risk internal audit strategy and capability. by strengthening our audit testing techniques used to assess the effectiveness of risk management controls.

You will be responsible for performing deep dives into model and data risk controls, identifying control weaknesses, sharing insights and recommendations for improvement, and supporting the team in preparing high‑quality audit reports for Senior Management and the Board Audit Committee.

Through these reviews, you will gain exposure to a wide range of data infrastructure, business processes, and model types, including Treasury, Market Risk, Credit Risk, and AI and machine learning models. No two projects will be the same.

What you offer

  • Experience in data analytics and data science techniques, using PowerBI and Alteryx, including the use of machine learning and AI techniques (including Natural Language Processing) to perform testing and monitoring over structured and unstructured data, as well as model outputs.
  • Innovative thinking, with the ability to develop and expand the analytical toolset and identify improved ways to analyse and test data risk, model risk, and AI‑related controls.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate complex issues to senior management.
  • A strong team player who delivers on team priorities and is willing to support others and share knowledge.
  • A consistent contribution to a positive workplace culture, where all staff feel challenged, enthusiastic, respected, valued, and encouraged to make a difference.

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 the Internal Audit Division

The Internal Audit Division provides independent and objective risk-based assurance on the effectiveness of Macquarie's risk management framework. Our global team conducts risk-based reviews focused on the effective operation of controls and governance processes, identifying insights through innovation and critical thinking. Our collaboration across all Groups is crucial to highlight potential risks and ensures compliance with regulatory standards in maintaining Macquarie's integrity and success.

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.

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