Information Governance Specialist

Company Description Racing and Wagering Western Australia (RWWA) plays a pivotal role in the State’s racing and wagering ecosystem. As a government trading enterprise, we regulate, develop, and support the sustainability of WA’s thoroughbred, harness and greyhound racing industries, while operating the TAB across more than 300 retail outlets and an expanding digital channel. Our purpose is to protect the integrity of racing and wagering, ensure industry prosperity, and deliver value to the WA community. We operate in a highly regulated environment where information security, governance, privacy, and responsible information‑sharing are essential to maintaining trust, compliance, and operational resilience. Our people are guided by our organisational values of Respect, Accountability, Connection, and Excellence, which underpin how we operate, collaborate, and deliver outcomes. Job Description About the Role We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Information Governance Specialist to join our Technology Division on a permanent full‑time basis. This newly‑created role reflects an uplift in organisational maturity, legislative change, and the increasing complexity of information management at RWWA. Reporting to the Information Governance Manager, you will be instrumental in designing, implementing, and embedding key aspects of RWWA’s information management, privacy, and information sharing frameworks. You will partner closely with a variety of stakeholders across the organisation to strengthen how information assets are governed, protected, classified, shared, and utilised. This is a role for someone who enjoys balancing organisational influence with hands‑on operational delivery. You will shape frameworks, provide expert advice, guide risk‑based decision‑making, and ensure that systems, processes, and people across the organisation are supported in meeting their information governance obligations. Key Responsibilities Support the ongoing development and uplift of RWWA’s information management framework and records management systems. Contribute to the implementation of governance initiatives that introduce new systems, strengthen processes and uplift organisational capability. Conduct information analysis and governance‑related risk assessments to identify gaps, issues and improvement opportunities. Establish, maintain and continuously improve the organisation‑wide information asset register. Provide authoritative advice on information classification requirements in line with RWWA policy, legislation and whole‑of‑government standards. Support the implementation of RWWA’s privacy and information sharing frameworks in preparation for the Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024 (WA). Identify high‑risk information assets and advise on appropriate controls to protect personal and sensitive information. Oversee physical records processes, ensuring appropriate secure storage, classification, retrieval and disposal. Coordinate records disposal programs in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements. Support internal and external audits related to information governance, privacy and records management. Conduct assurance activities to assess compliance with policies, frameworks, and legislative requirements. Identify improvement opportunities and contribute to the simplification and refinement of policies, processes and controls. Develop, deliver and refine training materials and awareness programs that build organisational capability. Qualifications About You You are a seasoned information governance or information management specialist who understands the intersection of regulation, technology, risk and business operations. You thrive in environments where you can build frameworks, guide decisions, and support people to meet their obligations. Skills & Experience Demonstrated experience in information governance, records management or information management roles. Strong understanding of key legislation and standards such as: State Records Act 2000, Privacy and Responsible Information Sharing Act 2024, Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), WA Information Classification Policy, and WA Information Management Framework. Experience with records management systems and related governance tools. Strong analytical capability and the ability to conduct risk assessments across complex information environments. Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across technical and non‑technical teams. High levels of discretion, judgement and professionalism when handling sensitive information. Ability to simplify complex technical and legislative requirements into clear, practical guidance. Strong time management, attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. A proactive and solution‑focused mindset, always looking for ways to add value and improve organisational practice. Additional Information Why Join Us? This role offers a rare opportunity to directly influence how information is governed, protected, and used across a large, complex and highly regulated organisation. You will be stepping into a period of significant legislative change and organisational uplift, where your expertise will genuinely shape our future capability. At RWWA, you won’t simply be maintaining frameworks; you will be helping build, mature, and embed them across the organisation, with visible impact and strong executive support. You will enjoy: Flexibility that works for you: Hybrid work arrangements that balance time at home with the benefits of our newly designed, modern office environment. We trust our people and support flexibility that allows you to do your best work. Investment in your growth: Access to structured and self‑directed professional development, a personal learning and development budget, and opportunities to deepen your expertise across privacy, governance, information security and emerging legislative frameworks. A workplace built for people: Brand-new, purpose‑built offices in Osborne Park featuring wellness spaces, end‑of‑trip facilities, secure bike storage, free parking, and thoughtfully designed collaborative areas that support focus, teamwork and innovation. Recognition that matters: Competitive remuneration aligned to the seniority of the role, employee discounts, meaningful reward programs, and regular recognition linked to our RACE values – Respect, Accountability, Connection and Excellence. Health and well‑being support: Access to an Employee Assistance Program, mental health and resilience initiatives, wellness programs, and an additional paid Wellness Day to support rest and recovery. Meaningful work and organisation‑wide impact: Be at the forefront of RWWA’s uplift in information governance maturity, helping shape critical processes and controls at a time of heightened privacy obligations and operational complexity. Your work will directly influence how information is managed across the organisation, strengthening trust, compliance and long‑term organisational resilience. Ready to Apply? Click “Apply Now” and submit your CV along with a brief cover letter outlining why you’re the right fit for this role. For further information, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at ***************@rwwa.com.au. At RWWA, we recognise that we are strengthened by diversity of gender, thought, experience, and ethnicity. We are committed to providing a safe work environment and making reasonable adjustments in which everyone is included and treated fairly. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage women, people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent and people from diverse backgrounds to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr