Data Integrity Lead

Victorian Government • Melbourne • 1w ago

Full time, Ongoing position Salary range: $131,154 - $155,000 plus superannuation Up to $15,900 in salary packaging, flexible hybrid work arrangement About the role The Data Integrity Lead ensures Victoria Legal Aid (VLA)'s data is consistently defined and documented, so it can be trusted, its semantic and meaning understood, and used effectively across the organisation and with external partners. The role leads the development and governance of VLA's metadata, including data dictionaries and business glossaries, and coordinates the governance of priority data domains. As operational owner of VLA's enterprise metadata management platform, the role works with digital project teams to embed agreed definitions and standards into new and enhanced systems, and with the Data Reporting and Advanced Analytics and AI teams to ensure data products use agreed data elements, metrics and calculations. The Data Integrity Lead collaborates closely with the Enterprise Data Architect and Data Quality Lead to align approaches, identify priority data domains, and represents VLA in selected external forums to support alignment with sector-wide definitions and standards. This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country. About you As our ideal candidate, you will possess: Proven ability to lead metadata and data definition work in a complex public service or regulated organisation, producing accurate, accessible, and trusted business metadata and related governance artefacts. Knowledge and practical experience in master data, reference, transactional data and organisational metrics governance, including identifying authoritative sources, business rules, and aligning practices with external standards where relevant. Experience managing enterprise metadata management systems, including administration, configuration, and content quality oversight. Highly developed analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess data-related risks, identify gaps or inconsistencies, and recommend practical solutions and controls. Strong collaboration and relationship management skills, with a track record of working across functions, including system and data design, analytics, architecture, and data quality teams, to achieve shared outcomes. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate complex data governance concepts into clear, plain language for technical and non-technical audiences. A knowledge of the general business of VLA and a commitment to our vision and values. Interviews will be held in-person at our Melbourne CBD office from 15-29 June 2026. Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate. About VLA We offer legal representation, family dispute resolution and non-legal advocacy to those who need it most. With over 1400 staff employed in 16 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems. Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve. Employee benefits A focus on work-life balance, including flexible working arrangements Hybrid work from home & office model Generous leave benefits, including: Three days paid seasonal leave (to be taken between Boxing Day and New Year's Day public holidays) Paid gender affirmation leave Five days both paid reproductive and fertility leave per calendar year Annual 3% salary increase each December plus performance-related salary incentives Attractive salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 PLUS Novated Leasing Discounted annual Myki public transport passes Individual learning and professional development opportunities, tailored to your role and career goals Free annual flu vaccinations Access to gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office Access to our Employee Assistance Program, including confidential counselling and access to a range of mental health and wellbeing resources. How to apply Please review the position description (PD), which includes a detailed description of the responsibilities and of mandatory standards and capabilities. To be considered for this role, please submit your current resume and a cover letter to demonstrate how your skills and experience are aligned with the key selection criteria (maximum 800 words). If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team. Please review the attached position description (PD). For further information not specified in the PD, please contact recruitment@vla.vic.gov.au. No agency applications will be accepted. Applications close by 11.59pm on 31 May 2026. Other relevant information It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community. VLA is committed to putting the safety and wellbeing of children first.

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