James Neilsen MTech (EntArch)

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DISC Type : Dc

Head of Data Governance and Capability at AustralianSuper

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Overview

A finance and corporate operations leader, James is the Head of Data Governance and Capability at AustralianSuper. With a background from RMIT University, he has a history of leading data-focused transformations at major financial institutions like Vanguard and UniSuper. He specializes in improving business through people, processes, and technology.



He champions a people-centric approach to data strategy, believing that uplifting teams is the most critical part of any successful digital or organizational transformation.

Personality Overview

Generally Skeptic

Demanding

Features Driven

They like to act fast and expect others to do the same.  They respond better to strong and respectful interactions. They like to be in a position where they can control the conversation and terms.

Topics They Care About

Strategic Data Governance
As Head of Data Governance and a frequent speaker at events like DataVision APAC, he is a key voice on data frameworks and strategy in financial services.
AI in Data Management
He is a featured speaker at industry events discussing the growing role of AI in reshaping data management, governance frameworks, and compliance.
People-Centric Leadership
His public commentary consistently highlights a focus on uplifting people and building effective teams to support the adoption of new data capabilities.

Media Appearances

James has no verified media appearances

Work History

11-2023
Head of Data Governance and Capability at AustralianSuper
7-2023 - 11-2023
Head of Data Governance, APAC at Vanguard Australia
7-2021 - 7-2023
Head of Data Governance, Superannuation at Vanguard Australia
11-2020 - 7-2021
IT Business Consultant at Aurecon
8-2012 - 11-2020
Manager Financial Systems at UniSuper

Education

2006 - 2008
Masters from RMIT University
1991 - 2000
Bach from RMIT University

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Exp : 17 Location : Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Head of Data Governance and Capability at AustralianSuper
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Insights For Selling To James

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Get to the point quickly instead of spending time doing small talk
  • Be respectful but crisp
  • Make sure that you circle back fast on any action items, it wins their trust

DONT's

  • Avoid being a storyteller and don’t try to oversell
  • Avoid being too verbose
  • Don’t be in a rush to invite them for a social meet and greet

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with James is

  • Conviction around the impact matters the most to them, followed by a sense of achievement and ROI.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from James

  • If they are not convinced, they will say no without any hesitation.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will James move?

  • They can take decisions very fast if you manage to convince them.
  • Can James take some risk or not?

  • The risks don’t matter much to them.

You And James

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