Enterprise AI Enablement Lead

About the Role

Join HESTA in a key leadership role focused on advancing the ethical and strategic integration of Artificial Intelligence across the organization. As the Enterprise AI Enablement Lead reporting to the Enterprise Data Leader, you will spearhead the development and operationalization of AI governance frameworks designed to ensure responsible, risk-aware, and value-driven AI use throughout HESTA.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the enhancement and implementation of AI governance frameworks, policies, standards, and controls organization-wide.
• Conduct comprehensive AI risk, impact, and governance evaluations integrating ethical, privacy, security, and compliance requirements from project inception to deployment.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including business units, technology, risk, legal, and compliance to facilitate AI adoption that balances innovation with risk management.
• Embed AI governance practices across the entire AI lifecycle, including ongoing monitoring, assurance processes, and iterative improvements.
• Develop and maintain reporting mechanisms and dashboards that provide executive leadership with insights into AI adoption progress, risk profiles, and business impact.
• Stay informed on emerging AI regulations, industry standards, and best practices to keep HESTA at the forefront of compliance and preparedness.
• Champion responsible AI by fostering organizational awareness, delivering targeted education programs, and promoting a culture of strong AI governance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven leadership experience in AI enablement/governance, technology governance, technology risk management, or data governance within superannuation or financial services sectors.
• Successful track record in deploying and advancing governance frameworks for AI, data, or other emerging technologies.
• Practical experience conducting AI risk, impact, and ethical assessments, with deep understanding of AI lifecycle governance principles.
• Familiarity with AI governance frameworks, including ISO 42001, the NIST AI Risk Management Framework, and Australia's AI Safety Standard.
• Knowledgeable of Australian regulations relevant to technology risk such as APRA CPS 230, CPS 234, CPG 235, the Privacy Act, and Australian Privacy Principles.
• A strong grasp of Generative AI and machine learning technologies along with associated governance and risk mitigation strategies.
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing capabilities at executive and leadership levels across risk, technology, and business disciplines.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related domains.
• Postgraduate certifications or qualifications in AI governance, AI risk, data governance, or technology risk are highly valued.

Benefits and Workplace Culture

• Generous leave entitlements including extra days off at year's end, paid volunteer leave, gender-neutral parental leave of 20 weeks, gender affirmation leave, reproductive and well-being leaves, cultural and ceremonial leave, and flexible options for long service and additional leave purchases.
• Investment in professional growth with up to $5,000 annually in development funds, eight days of professional development leave, scholarships, and complimentary access to premium learning resources.
• Comprehensive health and well-being programs such as free annual flu vaccinations and skin checks, vibrant social events, and a 24/7 employee assistance program.
• Financial wellness support encompassing up to 15% superannuation contributions, financial planning services, performance-based payments, employee referral incentives, and novated lease options.

Inclusion and Accessibility

HESTA embraces diversity and inclusion, supporting candidates from diverse backgrounds, genders, identities, cultures, and abilities. The organization holds WGEA accreditation as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equity and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, neurodiverse individuals, LGBTQI+ community members, and all age groups. Candidates requiring reasonable adjustments during recruitment can request personalized support.

Additional Information

Please note that applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position.