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Head of Data Governance and Capability at AustralianSuper
📍 Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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.

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Experience
17 Years
Current Role
Head of Data Governance and Capability
Job Level
Mid-senior
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
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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.
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Career

Work history

11-2023
Head of Data Governance and Capability
AustralianSuper
7-2023 - 11-2023
Head of Data Governance, APAC
Vanguard Australia
7-2021 - 7-2023
Head of Data Governance, Superannuation
Vanguard Australia
11-2020 - 7-2021
IT Business Consultant
Aurecon
8-2012 - 11-2020
Manager Financial Systems
UniSuper
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Education
2006 - 2008
Masters
RMIT University
1991 - 2000
Bach
RMIT University
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