Head of Legal, Privacy

You’re only human.   

It’s a strange thing to say, because us humans are capable of incredible things. And at Medibank, we know our greatest potential lies in the people who work with us.   

We strive to make real, fundamental change, driven by a simple purpose: to create the best health and wellbeing for all of Australia.  

The team you’re joining   

The Head of Legal, Privacy leads the Group’s Privacy Legal Team, inspiring the delivery of dynamic, pragmatic and efficient privacy legal services. We are empowered to work differently for our customers and our own joy, health and creativity. We work in a hybrid model, with no mandated days in the office. We choose where we work based on the need to connect and collaborate with our stakeholders and each other.  

The role you’re doing   

As the Head of Legal, Privacy you will play a critical role in achieving Medibank’s 2030 vision. Our bold ambition requires not only innovative, preventative and personalised health and private health insurance products and services, but for these to be designed with the right privacy and data protection advice and support for customer trust.  

In this role you will: 

• Maintain a fit for purpose privacy framework and privacy management plan across the Medibank Group for the protection of personal information and management of privacy obligations.  Through expert legal advice, guidance and leadership you will help drive a strong culture of privacy at Medibank.   
• Collaborate cross-functionally with leaders and their teams to find value enhancing, practical privacy solutions to enable the Group to pursue its strategic objectives while safeguarding customer trust and confidence.   
• Energise the team to innovate and seek ways to improve to create efficiencies for the delivery of privacy legal services including through technology, self-service tools and streamlining processes.   

What we’re looking for   

• An experienced leader with an entrepreneurial spirit who will work with our team to innovate and achieve great outcomes 
• Strong relationship building, problem solving and collaboration skills and the ability to effectively influence and communicate privacy-related concepts 
• 10 years or more of experience in the privacy profession with at least 7 years in senior legal counsel roles providing strategic privacy and data protection advice  
• In-depth knowledge of Australian privacy laws and an awareness of trends and developments in privacy practice 
• Experience with an enterprise-wide privacy program including implementation of tools and products in support 
• Experience guiding teams on privacy projects such as consent preference centers, cookie management tools, PIA digital tools and matter management processes 
• Law degree 
• Experience in health insurance, financial services and/or healthcare companies an advantage 

Imagine working with us 

We understand that work means different things to everyone...  We know happy, healthy people make great teams, and great teams put more heart into each customer and patient interaction. And that’s why we’re reinventing work.    

Imagine a workplace where work didn't feel like work. A workplace where you could shape when and where you work to have more impact. Where flexible working isn’t a buzzword, it’s a reality.  

Imagine a workplace that helps you and your family thrive.  Where connection, personal development and health and wellbeing are front of mind. To learn more about our benefits go to https://careers.medibank.com.au/culture/rewards-benefits/

For you, work should help you Live Better. It should bring you fulfillment and joy. And with Medibank, it could. 

Inclusion and Accessibility  

We believe in everyone's potential and strive to make Medibank inclusive for all because different perspectives make us better. We encourage applications from everyone, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates, those with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ individuals.

For any adjustments or alternative formats during the recruitment process, please contact us at careers@medibank.com.au. To learn about our commitments and employee experiences, go to https://careers.medibank.com.au/culture/diversity-inclusion/