Head of Data & AI

We are looking for a Head of Data & AI to provide centralised leadership planning and formulation of AI and Data across the Enterprise Technology Services group.

What is this role about

As the Head of Data & AI you will collaborate with product engineering sales and other departments to ensure alignment of data and AI initiatives and strategies.

Youll act as a thought leader in the development of datadriven products platforms and solutions across various business units.  Youll lead the implementation and uplift of the capability managing operating governance adoption compliance and value realisation to allow the exploitation of this capability to support Cuscals strategy.

Youll manage the Community of Practice of Data ensuring the governance operation and use of is supported by a Strategy that aligns with Business Objectives and future state ambitions of the organisation in the use of Data.

Heres some more insight into what youll work on

• Develop and oversee the organizations overarching data strategy aligning it with the groups business goals and objectives. 
• Create and implement a roadmap to establish a robust datadriven culture fostering data literacy across the company. 
• Lead and drive the development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) solutions to create a competitive advantage. 
• Evaluate emerging AI trends and technologies recommending and integrating those with potential to transform business processes and customer engagement. 
• Collaborate with product engineering sales and other departments to ensure alignment of data AI initiatives and strategies. 
• Act as a thought leader in the development of datadriven products platforms and solutions across various business units. 
• Support peers in the role of data governance processes and policies maintaining compliance with regulatory requirements privacy standards and industry best practices. 
• Support data security measures and risk management strategies to protect organizational data assets. 
• Facilitate and support the design and implementation of systems for advanced analytics to support business intelligence operational efficiency and decisionmaking. 
• Develop metrics and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the impact of data and AI initiatives on business growth and strategic objectives. 

Qualifications :

What can you bring

(Skills and Experience)

Essential:

• Prior experience in formulating digital strategies in payments businesses with executive engagement (client and internal)
• A track record in enabling realisation of strategies through clear architecture direction establishing vendor engagements and other governance controls to drive successful execution.
• Knowledge of the Australian payments and banking ecosystem in regards to key platforms and payment flows
• Respected leader in the field of AI Data Management and innovation with a track record in helping organisations grow through the applications of these capabilities
• Knowledge of the project and operational lifecycle in regard to reviewing and refining controls to better enable delivery of the strategy
• Strong leadership skills to set direction for complex multiyear digital investments in a collaborative and factbased manner

Although not required any experience in the following would be highly desirable:

• Prior leadership in project delivery and execution
• Prior leadership in 24x7 operational environments

Technical Skills:

• Strategic planning enterprise architecture and technology selection
• Technology governance frameworks e.g. PMF COBIT ITIL including embedding these across technology teams
• Understanding of AI practices and management
• Data Management and operating frameworks

NonTechnical Skills:

• TOGAF or similar architecture frameworks
• AI and Data management practices
• Security Architecture frameworks (e.g. OWASP)
• Cybersecurity standards such as NIST ASD Essential Eight and ISO
• Communicates with Influence Engages and inspires others through clear and persuasive communication

Additional Information :

Whats it like to work here

As well as good pay and a great culture we back our employees by helping them work towards industryrecognised qualifications using online learning training modules and career planning tools for you to grow with us. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace where the very best talent in Australia chooses to work. We support our colleagues with flexible work arrangements through our hybrid model whilst also offering a wide range of financial lifestyle health & wellbeing benefits.

How do you Apply
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If you think this role is the right fit for you we invite you to apply. Lets explore who you are and what drives you. Wed love to share our vision for the future of payments sector. Please note candidate screening and interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date of the job advert.

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime