Who are we?
A firm born in Asia, underpinned by world class capability.
With over 3000 lawyers in 25 global locations, we help our clients manage their risk and enable their growth. Our full-service offering combines un-matched top tier local capability complemented with an international platform.
We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.
Role Detail
Responsible for administering the Data Management and Governance framework at KWM, we are looking for someone to help to shape and guide the firm’s approach in managing and protecting firm data. This role is about continuing to ensure our information – from client details to business records – is accurate, well-organised, secure and used responsibly across the firm.
Through consultation, you will have the autonomy to design policies, systems and practices, that will become the foundation for future growth. This is a hands-on role where you will actively engage with the business to ensure data initiatives align with objectives, are monitored, tracked and regularly reported.
With a key focus on establishing data quality metrics, executing data quality controls, developing methodologies for data profiling, data validation and data cleansing to build and maintain data quality and protection, you will help set the standards for how we handle data. You will help to drive the adoption of those standards and look to continually improve how we manage our data as we grow and evolve. This is a value-add role where your work will directly improve efficiencies, reduce risk and continue our well earnt trust with clients.
With flexibility to be based in the Sydney or Melbourne CBD office, reporting to the Director of Practice Excellence Strategic Projects, key responsibilities include:
About You
You will bring a pragmatic, risk-based approach to developing and maintaining the firm’s data management policies and frameworks – the ‘guidelines’ for how we collect, use, store, and protect data.
Turning these policies into practical tools, processes and training, so that everyone understands how to handle data properly, will utilise your commercial acumen, highlighting data as a business enabler, not just a compliance box to tick.
You will enjoy building structure in a complex environment, where data sits across multiple teams and systems. Influencing skills are essential to drive adoption and contextual understanding. You will also need:
Next Steps
Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience.
Applications close COB Thursday 20th November 2025.
If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Bridget on 02) 9296 3563.
If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.
Why work with us?
We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.
We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.
As part of the KWM community you’ll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.
At KWM, we’ll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.