Data Governance Analyst

Definity is the parent company to some of Canada's most long-standing and innovative insurance brands, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. Our ambition is to be one of Canada's leading and most innovative property and casualty insurers. We can't do that without our people, so we embrace and encourage a culture that's collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering.

We offer a flexible, hybrid work experience where employees work from the office and virtually depending on the type of work they are doing and who they are working with. Bring your true self and be a part of our journey. It's better here.

YOUR NEXT CO-OP PLACEMENT
Work term:
Winter 2026

Work term length:
8 months

From classroom to co-op to career, every step of your journey has an impact on your future. That's why it makes sense to choose a co-op placement with a company that offers truly rewarding work and real-life experience. At Definity, your contributions, creativity, and energy will be put to good use, and you'll get to be involved with initiatives that support our strategic goals and use your skills in a supportive team environment.

If you're looking for a company that takes care of its people — full time, part time, and co-ops alike — and has a track record of doing big things, get ready to love it here.

What can you expect in this role?
Definity's Enterprise Data Office (EDO) is dedicated to facilitating the governance and responsible management of data and driving initiatives to operationalize and embed data and information governance capabilities across the organization.

We are looking for a Data Governance Analyst Co-Op. Through this work you will be utilizing both Analytical & Technical skills. Working alongside the EDO team in fulfilling essential tasks - analysis, inquiry, progress tracking, presentations, document and meeting organization - for strategically important projects involving, but not limited to, data governance, data classification, enablement, and data protection. This position would report to the Data Governance & Strategy Manager

What You'll Be Doing
Key Accountabilities:

• Understanding Data Governance Practice
• Develop and maintain education/communication tools and documents (e.g., internal document libraries, SharePoint, presentations)
• Work to enhance the Collibra Data Catalog and conduct business administration activities
• Develop topical knowledge and competence in tools and processes used in the Enterprise Data Office & Definity
• Assist other team members as directed and continue to strengthen working relationships with key stakeholders

What You Bring
Must-Have:

• Enrolled in Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Business, or a related field
• Strong communication skills and a desire to work in a team environment
• High proficiency in MS Office desktop tools - presentations, spreadsheets, etc.
• Analytical thinker with a willingness to challenge the status quo
• Be able to self-manage and meet various team deadlines
• A creative and enquiring mind to continuously improve current processes

Nice to Have:

• Knowledge of Cloud and data Governance technologies (e.g., Google Cloud Platform, Collibra)
• Undergraduate courses in Data Analysis & Data Management
• Entry-level knowledge of common insurance industry products and practices
• Familiarity with common analytical and presentation tools

Did you know?

• We care about our co-ops: Definity's co-op students are considered the best pipeline of talent for our full-time, permanent positions.
• We care about students: Definity distributes $85,000 in scholarships to students across Canada each year.
• We care about our community: Definity donates more than $1 million every year to causes that drive true change in the neighbourhoods in which we live and work.

What can Definity offer you?

• Meaningful work forwarding our purpose of building a better world by helping our clients and communities adapt and thrive in their hardest times of need.
• Culture of accountability, empowerment, and collaboration.
• Opportunities to support personal and professional growth through real-life experience and unique learning opportunities.
• Opportunity to join our employee groups - focused on women's empowerment, LGBTQ+, anti-racism and cultural equity, and environmental activism
• Determined to create positive change for our environment, our people, and our communities, now and in the future. Check our ESG work

The hourly compensation for the role starts at $22/h and will increase based on factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, and the recommended rates as set by the respective educational institution.

We also take potential into consideration. If you don't have this exact experience, but you know you have what it takes, be sure to give us more insight through your application and cover letter.

Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting: [email protected].

Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).