Senior Manager and Director - Data, AI and Records Risk Management and Transformation

At EY, we’re all in to shape your future with confidence. We’ll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you want it to go. Join EY and help to build a better working world. The opportunity We are looking for senior-level professionals to join our Financial Services Risk Management practice, based in our Sydney office on a full-time basis. As part of our Specialised Operational Risk and Transformation team, you will play a critical role in leading and delivering data risk, AI risk and records risk engagements for a portfolio of top-tier FS clients. The purpose of this role is to develop and maintain long-term client relationships, build and lead high-performing teams, generate new business opportunities, and lead client engagements to deliver high-quality outcomes. We support capital markets participants, asset managers, insurance and superannuation organisations. Your key responsibilities You will lead complex engagements and support the delivery of strategic risk and data transformation initiatives across financial services clients, with a focus on risk governance, data, AI and records risk. Example responsibilities include: Lead large-scale client engagements, delivering high-quality solutions across: Line 1 and line 2 data management AI risk management Line 1 and line 2 records management Collaborate across business and technology consulting teams to design and implement end-to-end solutions, including data lifecycle management, regulatory reporting, and risk and control assurance Build and maintain strong senior stakeholder relationships, including risk, data and technology functions, while driving business development and leading proposals Develop innovative insights and tailored solutions for clients, contributing to thought leadership across emerging areas such as AI risk and records risk Skills and attributes for success You will bring strong consulting capability, deep risk expertise and an understanding of evolving regulatory expectations across data, AI and records management. Proven experience advising clients on risk governance and management, including risk strategy, reporting and controls Strong experience in programme delivery, stakeholder management, executive reporting and strategic decision-making Up-to-date knowledge of leading industry practices and regulatory frameworks across data risk, AI risk management, and records management, including APRA, ASIC and international regulatory frameworks Demonstrated ability to drive business development, lead proposals and deliver impactful client outcomes What we offer you At EY, we’ll fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. We’re proud to be recognised as the #1 WORK180 Endorsed Employer in the Top 101 Employers for Women 2026. Learn more. Career development: At EY, your career is yours to shape! We’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences Flexible work arrangements: Our flexible work policies empower you to balance your professional and personal life, fostering a culture of trust and autonomy. A comprehensive benefits package: From a yearly wellness incentive, to access to additional 8 weeks of flex leave per year, and family-friendly policies, including up to 26 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave, we cater to your diverse needs to help you thrive both personally and professionally Salary: We offer a competitive salary which is open to negotiation pending on skills and experience. Acknowledgement of Country EY acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the lands on which EY offices are located around Australia. We pay our respects to their cultures, and to their Elders — past, present, and emerging. Find out more about our vision for reconciliation at Inclusiveness is core to who we are and how we work together, driving value for our people and for our business. We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, abilities, cultures, sexual orientations, and gender identities and are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment experience for all. We encourage you to share any support and adjustments you need to be your best and participate equitably in our recruitment process. We understand sharing your needs with us can be daunting, so if you have questions before or during your application, we welcome you to get in touch at or +61 3 8650 7788 (option 2). Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY | Building a better working world Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by EY or our external third-party provider. © 2026 Ernst & Young Australia. A member firm of Ernst & Young Global Limited. All Rights Reserved.