Role Highlights
Location: Sydney
Type: Permanent, full time
Hybrid role, Happy to talk flexible working
The opportunity
The Privacy Lead plays a key role in shaping and strengthening QBE’s approach to privacy and responsible data use. Working as part of the Group Privacy Team, this role partners closely with the business to manage privacy risk, uplift capability, and embed privacy‑by‑design across data, technology and AI initiatives.
About QBE
At QBE, we get to the heart of what matters for our customers. And we do it all with a human touch.
We’re an international insurer with more than 13,000 people working across 26 countries – which means we’re big enough for your ambitions, yet small enough for you to make a real impact. It’s an exciting time. We’re building momentum towards our vision to become the most consistent and innovative risk partner.
What if you could have a positive impact – at work and in the world? As part of the QBE team, you’ll get to spend every day working with people who are passionate, talented and kind.
Your new role
As Privacy Lead, you will support QBE’s Group and AUSPAC Division by providing trusted, pragmatic privacy advice while helping to evolve our privacy strategy, governance and risk management maturity. You’ll work collaboratively across the organisation, influencing outcomes and ensuring privacy considerations are embedded into business decision‑making.
Key responsibilities include:
Delivering high‑quality privacy advice, including undertaking Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and managing privacy incidents, complaints and enquiries
Partnering with Technology, Data, AI and project teams to identify, assess and manage privacy, ethical and regulatory risks
Embedding privacy‑by‑design, ethical design and responsible AI principles across initiatives and programs
Supporting the implementation of Group privacy, data and AI policies within the AUSPAC business
Contributing to the continuous improvement of privacy policies, standards, training and awareness across the organisation
Supporting privacy governance, reporting, metrics and insights for senior leaders and key stakeholders
About you
You are a confident privacy professional with deep subject matter expertise and a pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach. You enjoy partnering with the business, can balance competing priorities, and are comfortable operating autonomously in a complex, fast‑paced environment. You bring strong judgement, clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
Key requirements:
Proven experience advising on privacy risk, Privacy Impact Assessments and incident management
Strong knowledge of privacy obligations, data ethics and emerging technologies, including AI
Experience working in large, complex organisations with diverse stakeholder groups
Demonstrated ability to prioritise, triage and manage multiple privacy matters effectively
Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and communication skills
Experience in insurance or financial services is advantageous, but not essential
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits to help provide holistic support for your work life, whatever your circumstances. As a QBE employee you will have access to and benefit from:
‘Hybrid Working’ – a mix of working from home and in the office to enhance your work/life balance
Free holistic wellbeing coaching, nutritional, confidential counselling, financial and legal advice
18 weeks’ gender-equal flexible leave for all new parents, including paid super
To learn more about benefits of working with us, click here.
Awards & Recognition
We value our employee’s experience with us and are proud to have been recognised for the following awards:
2025 Winner of Excellence in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Award at the Insurance Business Australia Awards for our Respect@QBE program
2023 Most Inclusive Workplace at the Australian HR Institute (AHRI) Awards
Ranked in the top ten in the AAGE Top Graduate Employers 2025 for medium sized program as voted by graduates
To learn more about our achievements, click here.
How to Apply
If you’re looking for a career that combines your expertise and your empathy, click Apply today. Successful applicants will need to complete work rights, police and credit checks through our online provider as a condition of employment.
Your career. At the heart of it.
QBE recognises the value of diverse perspectives and experience. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected for who they are. If we can provide support with access requirements, alternative work arrangements or you would like to connect with one of our networks please contact us at [email protected].
Skills:
Analytical Thinking, Critical Thinking, Data Privacy, Influencing Others (Inactive), Information Security, Intentional collaboration, Issue Management, Managing performance, Policy Management, Problem Solving, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Sound Judgment, Stakeholder Management, Strategic AdvisoryHow to Apply:
To submit your application, click "Apply" and follow the step by step process.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
QBE is an equal opportunity employer and is required to comply with equal employment opportunity legislation in each jurisdiction it operates.
Top Skills
QBE Insurance Sydney, New South Wales, AUS Office
388 George Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, 2000
