Data Governance Analyst

Permanent Full Time 

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We are looking for a Data Governance Analyst

The Data Governance Analyst is part of the Enterprise Data Governance Team at Canada Life and plays an essential role the advancement of our data strategy and maintenance of existing Data Governance Practices.  This role provides the opportunity to balance enablement of our business with the governance of our data assets to ensure the trust and protection of the data in our care. 

The successful candidate will join a skilled team of like-minded colleagues who are naturally curious, collaborative and strive to make sense of our data, protect it and work to enable the business to advance their data roadmaps. 

What you will do 

• Support the development, maintenance, and enhancement our data governance policy, standards, processes, and practices.
• Support the implementation and adoption of data governance across the enterprise.
• Work with technology and business users to ensure our data is understood and reflected in our Data Inventory to enable people to find what they need when they need it.
• Support requirement definition and analysis as we build out our Connected Data Platform, connecting people to the data they need.
• Identify opportunities to improve effectiveness of the data governance organization with focus on operational efficiency and collaboration.
• Provide front line support to our data community and translate complex topics into simple and effective statements that have impact
• Support strategic decisions, issues, risks, and milestones related to data initiatives.

What you will bring 

• 1-4 years of applied data governance experience
• Strong organizational Skills
• Expert in Microsoft products (PowerPoint and Excel)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills 
• Agile, practical, customer service-oriented mindset (doesn’t over complicate processes)
• Passionately curious and excited to learn new things
• Ability to work in a fast paced highly focused team
• Experience in financial services and insurance is an asset
• Data certification in Data Management or Data Governance an asset (e.g. DGSP or CDMP)
• Working knowledge of data governance and management technology an asset (e.g. Microsoft Purview, Collibra,)
• Reliability Status security clearance - this is a personnel security status that is required before an employee can gain access to Protected B information, assets or work sites as outlined by the Government of Canada  website.

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The base salary for this position is between  $54,300.00 - $95,200.00 annually.  This represents base salary only and does not represent other variable compensation components of our total compensation ( i.e. annual bonus, commission etc).  If you are selected to move forward in our recruitment process, your recruiter will be able to discuss additional details of our total rewards program with you.

Career opportunities will be open a minimum of 5 business days from the date of posting, closing dates will vary depending on the search activity. All applications received will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing.

Canada Life serves the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations. 

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential. 

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Canada Life policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact talentacquisitioncanada@canadalife.com.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted.

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