The Pepperstone story started in 2010. We know what it’s like to trade the world’s markets. Our team describes us as a place for the curious and the driven, and we like to do things a little differently; as a transformative global fintech we’re digital, nimble, connected and united in our vision to create a better way to trade.

We thrive on progress – for our clients and for ourselves. Our organisational culture is ever-evolving, vibrant, diverse, global and results focused.

You’ll find our 700+ team currently across 12 locations and 9 time zones.

Our technology team thrives on inclusivity and collaboration, believing that diverse perspectives lead to great solutions. We foster a culture that champions individual growth, professional development, and work-life harmony. We're invested in your success and dedicated to supporting you every step of the way. We encourage our team to bring challenge thinking and fresh ideas to the table and our Agile approach empowers us to focus on outcomes. When we hire someone it's because they bring the skills, attitude and experience we're looking for....so we let you do what you're best at! Join us and be part of a community that's passionate about harnessing technology's potential to drive market leading solutions for our clients. Elevate your career in an environment where your ideas matter, your growth is nurtured, and your potential is limitless.

The Role

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape Pepperstone's Data Governance & Enablement function during a significant period of growth and maturity.

As our Data Governance & Enablement Lead, you'll play a pivotal role in helping the business build trust in data, leverage it more effectively and embed strong governance practices without slowing innovation. You'll partner with leaders across Technology, Enterprise Data, Risk, Compliance and the wider business to establish the frameworks, processes and capabilities that support data-driven decision making at scale.

Reporting to the Head of Data Platforms & Engineering, you'll lead a small global team and help drive a culture where data is accessible, well-managed and understood by those who rely on it. You'll have the opportunity to influence enterprise-wide strategy, uplift data literacy and establish the foundations that enable both current and future growth initiatives.

As our Data Governance & Enablement Lead, your key responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:

Champion and evolve Pepperstone's data governance vision, driving adoption of best practices across the organisation.
Lead and mature our Data Governance & Enablement function while coaching and developing a small global team.
Partner with business and technology stakeholders to improve data ownership, accountability and decision-making.
Drive the implementation and ongoing adoption of enterprise data governance capabilities including data cataloguing, lineage and quality management.
Influence the way data is managed across the organisation by establishing frameworks, standards and operating models that balance governance with business agility.
Help shape how Pepperstone manages critical data assets, ensuring they remain trusted, secure and fit for purpose.
Build strong relationships across Technology, Enterprise Data, Risk and Compliance to support strategic initiatives and regulatory obligations.
Lead governance forums, influence senior stakeholders and drive ongoing improvements in data maturity across the business.
Promote data literacy and enable teams to confidently leverage data through education, community engagement and capability-building initiatives.
Contribute to the future direction of enterprise data management as Pepperstone continues to scale globally.

About You

You've built a successful career in data governance, data management or data strategy and are excited by the opportunity to influence data practices at an enterprise level.
You have experience leading or maturing data governance capabilities and understand how to balance governance, risk management and business outcomes.
You bring strong knowledge across data governance, metadata management, data quality, lineage and broader data management disciplines.
You enjoy working across both business and technical teams and are comfortable influencing stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
You have a commercial mindset and can articulate the value of strong data governance in a way that resonates with both technical and non-technical audiences.
You're comfortable operating in complex, fast-paced environments where priorities evolve and ambiguity creates opportunity.
Experience within financial services or another regulated industry will be highly regarded.
Exposure to modern cloud-based data ecosystems and platforms such as AWS is advantageous.
You're passionate about enabling organisations to make better decisions through trusted, accessible and well-governed data.
Most importantly, you're a collaborative leader who thrives on creating positive change and helping teams succeed.

Why you will enjoy working with us

Competitive salary structure including company bonus scheme
Genuinely collaborative and friendly culture
Flexible and hybrid working
Remote working option - work from anywhere for up to 4 weeks per year, in addition to hybrid working as standard
Ongoing personal development & learning opportunities
15 weeks paid primary carers parental leave & 4 weeks paid secondary carers leave
3 paid volunteering days per year & Workplace Giving Program
Frequent events and celebrations including a standard weekly social
Beautifully renovated large office at Collins Square - 727 Collins Street, Melbourne
Best in class end of trip facilities including bicycle parking, change rooms & showers
A full stocked kitchen, onsite coffee machines with locally sourced coffee beans (this is Melbourne after all) and curated specialty teas

More About Pepperstone

We’re a regulated online Forex and CFD trading platform. With the scale of a global fintech and the agility of a start-up, we arm our clients with everything they need to take on the global markets with confidence. You will be part of a wider passionate and friendly team, and whilst things may not always go to plan, we learn quickly and move forward with impact. To learn even more visit Pepperstonecareers and www.linkedin.com/company/pepperstone/

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Pepperstone is an equal opportunity employer. We are passionate about building a diverse workplace and strongly encourage applications from any background.

“We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we respond to every applicant”.

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