Privacy and Data Governance Lead

Be part of our tomorrow! We are hiring a Privacy and Data Governance Lead at TEG, owner of Ticketek, SXSW Sydney, Laneway Festival and 30+ other brands across 40 countries!

Every day, TEG connects fans to unforgettable experiences and businesses to their audiences.
We proudly partner with some of the world's most iconic venues and lead in sports and entertainment event promotion globally.
Join live entertainment's most innovative, dynamic, and passionate global business.

We embody accountability, moving with purpose to solve challenges with passion and openness.
Innovation and collaboration drive us to exceed expectations, guided by a whole-of-company mindset.

We are seeking an experienced Privacy and Data Governance Lead to join our highly dedicated global Legal & Compliance team based in our Sydney Office (hybrid role).

Reporting to the Group General Counsel and working closely with cross-functional teams, you will use your deep expertise and excellent relationship management skills to champion and lead the elevation of TEG's global privacy and data governance strategies.
You'll support a wide range of projects across Australia, NZ, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, UK, and USA, related to data strategy, privacy management, AI governance, and regulatory compliance while ensuring robust data protection practices across the business.

• Cultivate a culture of privacy awareness and continuous improvement to maintain data protection best practices throughout the business.
  
• Develop and drive the implementation and management of data and AI governance frameworks which align with organisational goals and regulatory requirements.
  
• Be the subject matter expert and advise on the implications of new and existing IT products, system changes, and processes involving personal data.
  
• Oversee data governance for venues, events, and attendees, collaborating with colleagues from Ovation, Ticketek, TEG promoter marketing teams, and our Corporate & Technology teams, as well as our clients, to elevate their knowledge and ensure compliant practices.
  
• Regularly review and update privacy notices, policies, and guidelines to reflect regulatory changes and evolving business needs.
  
• Identify and mitigate privacy-related risks within the organization, ensuring proactive risk management and ongoing improvement.
  
• Drive the implementation of new privacy, data, and AI regulations into business operations, ensuring proactive compliance.
  
• Deliver training programs and raise awareness of data protection requirements across the business.
  
• Assist with management of data breach responses and incident management processes.
  
• Build and maintain a network of privacy and data representatives across the business to support privacy queries, breaches, and personal information requests.
  
• Represent privacy risks and solutions at the Risk & Compliance Committee level.
  

• Bachelor's degree in Law, IT, Privacy and Data management, or related disciplines.
  
• Advanced certifications such as Certified Information Privacy Professional or Certified Information Privacy Manager highly desirable.
  
• Deep expertise and experience advising on and designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-wide compliance and assurance frameworks for data governance in complex matrix organisations.
  
• Expert level knowledge of data protection laws and regulations in key TEG operating countries (e.g., Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), GDPR, PDPA, PPPL, CCPA).
  
• Keen analytic, organisational, and problem-solving skills, which support and enable sound decision making.
  
• Excellent commercial acumen and plain English drafting and communication skills.
  
• Comfortable prioritising workload and operating in a fast-paced corporate environment; multi-tasking is a must and you need to be organised, highly efficient and able to push multiple projects forward at the same time.
  
• Highly engaging and personable, supportive of your team and all stakeholders.
  
• Hands-on and results-focused with a bias towards action and achievement, you have a clear drive and passion to succeed.
  
• Continuous improvement mindset to find innovative ways to work and resolve problems.
  

Please apply by submitting a tailored cover letter, outlining relevant qualifications and experience together with a current resume.

• Complimentary tickets to selected events.
  
• Birthday Leave.
  
• Volunteering Leave.
  
• Access to wellbeing discounts.
  
• Flu Vaccinations.
  
• Company Paid Parental Leave.
  
• Free Advice and Support (EAP).
  

• Global Reward and Recognition Program.
  
• Supportive and exciting Learning and Development Opportunities.
  
• Career Pathways.
  
• A commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
  
• Great team members!

TEG is a global leader in Live Entertainment, Ticketing, and Technology.
Every day TEG connects fans to experiences and customers with brands.
We are proud partners of some of the world's largest and most iconic venues as well as leading event promoters globally.
TEG operates worldwide out of seven country offices and includes Ticketek, Ticketek Marketplace, Ticketek UK, Ticketek New Zealand, Ticketek Malaysia, Ticketek Philippines, Softix, TEG Live, TEG Dainty, TEG Sport, TEG Van Egmond, Laneway Festival, Handsome Tours, SXSW Sydney, TEG Theatrical, MJR Presents, TEG Lifelike Touring, TEG TES Live, Brickman, Rugby Live, TEG Europe, TEG USA, Qudos Bank Arena, FAN+, VIP NOW and Ovation.

TEG is an equal opportunity employer committed to embrace diversity, respect, and care for our people and communities.