Data Governance Specialist

About AGF:
Founded in 1957, AGF Management Limited (AGF) is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm. Our companies deliver excellence in investing in the public and private markets through three distinct business lines: AGF Investments, AGF Capital Partners and AGF Private Wealth. AGF brings a disciplined approach, focused on incorporating sound, responsible and sustainable corporate practices. The firm’s collective investment expertise, driven by its fundamental, quantitative and private investing capabilities, extends globally to a wide range of clients, from financial advisors and their clients to high-net worth and institutional investors including pension plans, corporate plans, sovereign wealth funds, endowments and foundations.

About the role:
Key Responsibilities:
Business Continuity Management (BCM) & Third-Party Risk Management (TPRM):

- Assist in developing, implementing, and maintaining enterprise-wide BCM and TPRM programs.
- Coordinate business impact analyses (BIA), risk assessments, and recovery strategy planning.
- Support BC/DR tests to meet resilience goals.
- Manage third-party risk assessments, due diligence, and vendor monitoring.
- Provide recommendations to enhance BCM and TPRM in line with regulations and industry standards.

Technology & Operational Governance:

- Assist in implementing governance frameworks for technology and operations, aligned with risk appetite and strategic objectives.
- Ensure IT and operational policies are communicated and followed organization-wide.
- Conduct risk assessments to identify and mitigate IT and operational risks.
- Support governance oversight for IT and operational projects.

Data Governance:

- Support data governance strategies for ensuring data quality, integrity, and security.
- Help establish data stewardship and lifecycle management, including classification, storage, retention, and deletion, to ensure data integrity and compliance.
- Use data governance tools to manage data catalogues, lineage, and metadata to enable improved access and knowledge of our data.
- Ensure compliance with data protection and privacy regulations.
- Contribute to improving data governance practices and awareness through literacy programs and tools.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:

- Assist in stakeholder engagement, providing governance insights and recommendations.
- Help develop and deliver governance training programs.
- Prepare and present governance reports to leadership, highlighting risks and improvements.

Continuous Improvement:

- Stay updated on industry best practices, risks, and regulatory changes.
- Contribute to governance projects aimed at improving risk management.
- Support ongoing responsibilities of Data and Technology Governance Specialists.

Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Risk Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 7+ years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, or a related area (focus on BCM, TPRM, Data Governance, or Technology Governance is an asset).
- Master’s degree or professional certifications/designations in a related field (preferred).
- Strong understanding of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and governance frameworks.
- Proven experience in cross-functional governance initiatives.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Very strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder collaboration.
- Experience working in the financial services industry considered an asset.

Working Conditions:

- Hybrid work environment with a combination of remote work and in-office presence required.
- The position involves working in a fast-paced environment, with the need to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

No unsolicited agency referrals please.

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