Senior Specialist, Data Governance

Senior Specialist, Data Governance & Data Quality page is loaded## Senior Specialist, Data Governance & Data Qualitylocations: Canada - Toronto ON 100 King St Wposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-162016# Experience AvivaIndividually we are people, but together we are Aviva. Individually these are just words, but together they are our Values – Care, Commitment, Community, and Confidence. At **Aviva Canada**, we put people first, our employees, our customers, and our communities. We’re proud of a culture built on care, inclusion, and collaboration, where your voice matters and your growth is supported. We’re not just about insurance; we’re about making a real difference by protecting what matters most. # The OpportunityAs a Senior Specialist, Data Governance & Data Quality at Aviva Canada, you’ll play a key role in shaping and implementing data governance practices across the organization. Working closely with the Data Governance Officer and cross-functional teams, you’ll help drive strategic initiatives, ensure compliance with global standards, and embed governance into both projects and day-to-day operations. This is a unique opportunity to influence how data is managed, protected, and leveraged to support business outcomes—while contributing to a culture of care, collaboration, and innovation.# What you’ll do* Implement and support data governance strategy, policies, standards, and processes across the organization.* Ensure compliance with the enterprise data governance framework and escalate exceptions to the Data Governance Office (DGO) and Data Council.* Manage critical data processes, including data mapping, attestations, and impact assessments for new initiatives.* Maintain enterprise data catalog, lineage, and metadata tools; oversee governance technologies and reporting.* Drive compliance with global data governance and data quality standards; provide guidance on monitoring activities.* Collaborate with global teams and business units to improve governance maturity and embed auditable processes.* Develop and deliver data governance training programs and educational sessions in Canada.* Support records management, third-party data risk processes, and remediation of governance risks.* Prepare and publish monthly Canadian data governance reports for the global team.# What you’ll bring* Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.* Industry Knowledge: Solid experience in Property & Casualty insurance.* 5–7 years in data governance, data controls, risk management, and data quality.* Proven ability to implement governance standards, frameworks, and operating models.* Hands-on experience with data governance platforms for metadata and data quality management, as well as global risk and compliance platforms.* Minimum 5 years managing data governance as a structured program with defined milestones and targets.* Advanced expertise in compliance and data risk management.* Strong knowledge of third-party management and ability to champion governance with partners.* Experience in data quality reporting, submission collection, and day-to-day BAU tasks.* Proven ability to define and implement policies and procedures.* Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate effectively across teams.* High level of initiative with a track record of achieving challenging goals.* Strong influencing skills to drive results from resources not under direct control.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.# What makes you stand out* Proven experience as a Data Quality Lead within an insurance or financial services organization.* Demonstrated success in delivering enterprise-wide data and data governance programs.# What you’ll get* **Compelling rewards package** including base compensation, eligibility for annual bonus, retirement savings, share plan, health benefits, personal wellness, and volunteer opportunities.* **Hybrid flexible work model*** **Outstanding career development opportunities.*** **We’ll support your professional development education.*** **Competitive vacation package** with the option to purchase 5 extra days off per year.* **Employee-driven programs** focused on gender, LGBTQ+, origins, diversity, and inclusion.* **Corporate wellness programs** to support our employees’ physical and mental health.Please note that we may use AI tools to help us through the recruitment process. This is a new position which has been posted internally & externally. Aviva Canada has an accommodation process in place to provide accommodations for employees with disabilities. If upon commencement of employment you require a specific accommodation because of a disability, please contact your Talent Acquisition Partner so that an appropriate accommodation can be arranged. This process applies throughout your career with Aviva Canada. #LI-SG1 #LI-Hybrid
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