Create an impact as a Governance Specialist.

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

The Specialist, Governance role is situated in the Technology and Operations division, which drives value by implementing robust and innovative technology and data solutions, as well as providing scalable enterprise services. Within T&O, this role is part of the Partnering, Quality & Integration business unit, which focuses on enhancing quality across the IAG group.

The purpose of the role and your unique contribution is to ensure that policies and standards within T&O are fit for purpose and encapsulate the prevailing regulatory and legislative requirements.

With a focus on data governance and the effective management of technology risk, you will monitor the external environment for changes in regulation / legislation relevant to T&O frameworks, standards and policies, and propose changes that balance the need for compliance with the achievement of IAG’s strategic objectives and risk appetite. You will monitor and report on compliance with the frameworks, policies and standards across the organisation.

In this role you will have the opportunity to contribute directly to the effectiveness of the risk management practices within T&O and across the enterprise, and the achievement of the “Manage our risks” pillar of IAG’s corporate strategy.

This position is a permanent, full-time opportunity and is based in Auckland.

Ōu Pūkenga | About You

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:

• Extensive experience in policy setting or similar roles, ideally within the financial services industry, including several years in leadership positions.
• Deep understanding of relevant technology, data, and operational risk regulations.
• Strong understanding of technology, information security, and data risk.
• Strong outcome orientation.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively and simplify complex topics for a senior audience.
• Good written communication skills.
• Tertiary qualifications in a legal discipline or a relevant field, such as data, technology, or risk.

Applications close on Wednesday, 11 September 2024 at 23:59pm.

Mō Mātou | About Us

IAG is the largest general insurance group in Australia and New Zealand. We’re also a tech and research facility, a hub for climate change experts and a centre of resilience design. We chat over coffee with customers, advocate for them in the corridors of Parliament and back them up in the community when life’s moments hit hardest.

You’ll know our brands – NRMA Insurance, CGU, WFI, ROLLi N’, AMI, NZI, and State Insurance to name a few. Together they turn our IAG purpose of making your world safer into action by helping, supporting ambitions and making insurance accessible.

We celebrate unique viewpoints shaped by life experiences, cultures and passions. We expand careers, genuinely connect with community, lead with a powerful purpose and celebrate what makes you individual.

We’re also guided by the knowledge and voice of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, businesses and communities. Collaborating on Indigenous-led solutions that enable growth, develop resilience and create meaningful change.

We're passionate about social issues, walk the talk on sustainability and strive to do more than standard on things that matter, including women in senior leadership, Indigenous empowerment and creating inclusive environments. We're committed to being a safe and supportive workplace for all our employees. We do this because we’re ready for you.


All this shows up in what we offer:

• Grow your financial future with 13% superannuation as standard
• Flexibility through a program called My Flex - supporting you to live life to the full
• Welcome Back cash bonus when returning from parental leave
• Partner discounts on every day and special occasion items
• Join great employee network communities

We’re ready for you. Apply today.


Learn more about who IAG is here.

Make sure to discuss all internal applications with your current manager before applying. Should your application proceed to reference check stage, your current manager will be contacted.