Data Governance Advisor

iA Financial Group•Montreal, QC

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Build the future with us Are you passionate about data management and governance and eager to contribute to a company whose purpose is to help clients feel confident and secure about their future? As a Data Governance Advisor, you will play a key role in deploying and operationalizing data governance practices while supporting strategic initiatives related to master data and reference data management. This position is an excellent opportunity to showcase your expertise and maximize your potential within a caring and trusted organization. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, creating an environment that fosters collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.

Requirements

Is recognized for their expertise in data governance and knowledge of industry best practices;
Stands out for their analytical mindset, strategic thinking, and ability to design practical, scalable, and sustainable solutions;
Demonstrates strong autonomy, initiative, organizational skills, and a results-oriented approach;
Is known for their excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder engagement skills;
Has hands-on experience with Master Data Management (MDM), Reference Data Management (RDM), data classification, data quality, data incident management, and access management frameworks;
Has a solid understanding of regulatory requirements and industry standards related to sound data management practices;
Holds a university degree in a related field;
Possesses at least three years of recent experience in a Data Governance Advisor or Expert role;
Has experience working with recognized frameworks such as DAMA DMBOK2 and EDM Council DCAM V2;
Has an intermediate level of English proficiency, as the incumbent will be required to communicate, collaborate, deliver guidance, and provide data governance recommendations, both verbally and in writing, to English-speaking internal stakeholders on a regular basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience within the insurance or financial services industry is considered a strong asset.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the deployment of the enterprise data governance framework within initiatives involving Master Data Management (MDM) and Reference Data Management (RDM), ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic priorities;
Facilitate the operationalization of data governance practices with business stakeholders and support the definition of governance roles and responsibilities;
Collaborate closely with business data stewards to understand their governance needs and help establish efficient and effective processes;
Support the definition and continuous improvement of data quality standards, controls, and processes in compliance with regulatory and industry requirements;
Assist in implementing mechanisms and processes that validate governance practices and ensure data quality throughout the data lifecycle;
Deliver training and awareness activities to stakeholders regarding data governance roles, responsibilities, and best practices;
Provide strategic recommendations to strengthen the data governance framework and monitor progress related to data quality, security, classification, and overall governance maturity.