Data Governance Specialist

1 month ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Intact Financial Corporation Full time
About the Role

Intact's Data Governance office is seeking a highly skilled Data Governance Specialist to join our team.

This is a key role that requires a strong understanding of data governance principles, including data quality, data compliance, data accessibility, and data governance accountabilities.

The successful candidate will work closely with business units, Legal and Compliance, as well as architecture, IT, and data analytics teams to enable, implement, and monitor data governance standards and best practices.

Key Responsibilities
  • Define, communicate, and implement data governance processes in collaboration with other stakeholder groups.
  • Define, document, and communicate data governance standards, guidelines, and training material related to subjects associated with data quality, data retention, data classification, compliance, accessibility, and accountabilities.
  • Support and advise projects or business stakeholders on data governance subjects, including data retention compliance.
  • Act as a subject matter expert on all subjects associated with data governance.
  • Onboard and support data governance owners, leaders, and stewards into their role.
  • Participate in building business glossary, metadata management, and data catalog.
Requirements
  • Minimum eight years of experience in data governance or minimum ten years experience with data-related domains, such as information security governance, or data architecture.
  • Good understanding of privacy laws and regulations in Quebec and Canada.
  • Good understanding of data management systems and platforms, used for data science or AI.
  • Solid communication skills and capacity to explain complex concepts.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify data governance issues and suggest effective solutions.
  • Initiative, resourcefulness, autonomy, and a good sense of responsibility.
  • Good understanding and experience with data governance tools such as business glossary, data catalogs, data dictionaries, metadata management systems.
  • Insurance or Financial Services industry experience, an asset.
  • Certified Data Management Professional from Dama International, an asset.
  • For candidates located in Quebec, bilingualism is required considering the necessity to interact on a regular basis with English-speaking colleagues across the country.
  • No Canadian work experience required however must be eligible to work in Canada.
What We Offer
  • A financial rewards program that recognizes your success.
  • An industry-leading Employee Share Purchase Plan; we match 50% of net shares purchased.
  • An extensive flex pension and benefits package, with access to virtual healthcare.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Possibility to purchase up to 5 extra days off per year.
  • An annual wellness account that promotes an active and healthy lifestyle.
  • Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change, and connecting with colleagues.
  • A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs.
  • Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships, and provide development opportunities.
  • Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow.
  • A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.

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