Sr Specialist, Data Governance
Top Benefits
About the role
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.
Reporting to the Data Enablement Manager, EDO this role will be a key member of the EDO, advising business units in executing on Data governance and management initiatives to establish the EDO as a trusted partner. The successful candidate is an individual contributor and also a self-starter. The Data Specialist is empowered to work independently with teams and projects across the organization, supporting the goal to advance Data Management and Data Governance Maturity.
What can you expect in this role?
- Facilitate cross-functional data information gathering and work with others to implement Data Governance and Management initiatives including supporting documentation for requirements, planning and design activities
- Execute the Data change & issue management processes ensuring the appropriate engagement of the required stakeholders; Work with stakeholders to develop practical strategies, plans, and solutions to identified issues and problems
- Onboard and train partners from within the organization into key governance roles as part of the Enterprise Data Office federated model for governing data and data assets across the organization
- Support Data Governance roles in ensuring compliance with Data governance standards and processes
- Support business units and corporate functions in the assessment of Data Governance and Management needs, liaise with other key EDO service owners, and help prioritize remediation activities
- Ensure prompt and thorough resolution or escalation of Data related issues, decisions, and changes and track issue resolution lifecycle
- Share regular updates with stakeholders regarding proposed solutions, timelines, progress, and issues
- Develop and maintain education/communication tools and documents as well as to conduct knowledge sharing sessions on key Data management topics to applicable audiences
What do you bring to the role?
- University degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, MIS, Computer Science, or other related disciplines; Understanding of privacy laws and regulations is an asset
- 2-3 years of experience in Data Governance, Metadata Management, Business Intelligence, or Data Analysis in the insurance / financial services industry; Experience with Data Lineage, Data Cataloging, and/or Data Policy implementation
- 2-3 years of experience capturing and documenting complex business and functional requirements; Knowledge and understanding of Data Governance challenges and best practices for Metadata, Data Quality, and Data Stewardship
- Exposure to Data Governance or Data Management tools (such as Collibra, IBM IIS, Informatica, etc.) and working knowledge of Big Data, Data Lakes, and the Insurance technology ecosystem
- Experience with Data profiling or defining Data quality rules is an asset
- Ability to identify problems/opportunities, analyze root cause, and present recommendations;
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, quantify, and effectively raise business risks associated with Data governance or non-compliance
- Experience working with multiple teams to drive alignment and results
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, attention to detail, sense of urgency, and commitment to deadlines
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Previous experience with industry leading record management tools required
Salary range is $69,000 - $127,000.
#IND1
Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.
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: accessibility@definity.com .
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).
#LI-Hybrid
About Definity
Definity Financial Corporation is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative property and casualty insurance brands and companies, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. We focus on making insurance better for our customers, our employees, our broker partners, and our communities.
Our promise to employees is to provide a workplace that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering. Our inclusive environment provides the space to innovate with colleagues and implement even better ways of doing things. We invest in our employees’ growth and development and help them thrive. With our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, total rewards packages, company share ownership program, and emphasis on work-life balance, it’s better here.
If you’re looking for a career where your perspective and expertise are valued, you’ll find it here at Definity.
La Société financière Definity est la société mère de compagnies d’assurance de dommages parmi les plus établies et innovatrices au Canada, soit Assurance Economical, Sonnet Assurance, Family Insurance Solutions et la Compagnie d’assurance Petline. Definity est dévouée à faire évoluer l’assurance pour sa clientèle, ses équipes, son réseau de courtage et ses communautés.
Nous promettons de fournir un environnement de travail collaboratif, ambitieux, valorisant et stimulant. Notre environnement inclusif vous permet d’innover avec vos collègues et de mettre en œuvre de meilleures façons de travailler. Nous investissons dans la croissance et le perfectionnement de nos gens et les aidons à s’épanouir. Grâce à nos options flexibles de travail hybride, notre programme de rémunération globale, notre régime d’actionnariat et l’accent sur l’équilibre travail-famille, vous évoluerez avec nous.
Si vous souhaitez une carrière où votre point de vue sera reconnu, ne cherchez pas plus loin que Definity.
Sr Specialist, Data Governance
Top Benefits
About the role
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.
Reporting to the Data Enablement Manager, EDO this role will be a key member of the EDO, advising business units in executing on Data governance and management initiatives to establish the EDO as a trusted partner. The successful candidate is an individual contributor and also a self-starter. The Data Specialist is empowered to work independently with teams and projects across the organization, supporting the goal to advance Data Management and Data Governance Maturity.
What can you expect in this role?
- Facilitate cross-functional data information gathering and work with others to implement Data Governance and Management initiatives including supporting documentation for requirements, planning and design activities
- Execute the Data change & issue management processes ensuring the appropriate engagement of the required stakeholders; Work with stakeholders to develop practical strategies, plans, and solutions to identified issues and problems
- Onboard and train partners from within the organization into key governance roles as part of the Enterprise Data Office federated model for governing data and data assets across the organization
- Support Data Governance roles in ensuring compliance with Data governance standards and processes
- Support business units and corporate functions in the assessment of Data Governance and Management needs, liaise with other key EDO service owners, and help prioritize remediation activities
- Ensure prompt and thorough resolution or escalation of Data related issues, decisions, and changes and track issue resolution lifecycle
- Share regular updates with stakeholders regarding proposed solutions, timelines, progress, and issues
- Develop and maintain education/communication tools and documents as well as to conduct knowledge sharing sessions on key Data management topics to applicable audiences
What do you bring to the role?
- University degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, MIS, Computer Science, or other related disciplines; Understanding of privacy laws and regulations is an asset
- 2-3 years of experience in Data Governance, Metadata Management, Business Intelligence, or Data Analysis in the insurance / financial services industry; Experience with Data Lineage, Data Cataloging, and/or Data Policy implementation
- 2-3 years of experience capturing and documenting complex business and functional requirements; Knowledge and understanding of Data Governance challenges and best practices for Metadata, Data Quality, and Data Stewardship
- Exposure to Data Governance or Data Management tools (such as Collibra, IBM IIS, Informatica, etc.) and working knowledge of Big Data, Data Lakes, and the Insurance technology ecosystem
- Experience with Data profiling or defining Data quality rules is an asset
- Ability to identify problems/opportunities, analyze root cause, and present recommendations;
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, quantify, and effectively raise business risks associated with Data governance or non-compliance
- Experience working with multiple teams to drive alignment and results
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, attention to detail, sense of urgency, and commitment to deadlines
- Proficient in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Previous experience with industry leading record management tools required
Salary range is $69,000 - $127,000.
#IND1
Actual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.
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: accessibility@definity.com .
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of a background check (including criminal checks and leadership references).
#LI-Hybrid
About Definity
Definity Financial Corporation is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative property and casualty insurance brands and companies, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. We focus on making insurance better for our customers, our employees, our broker partners, and our communities.
Our promise to employees is to provide a workplace that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering. Our inclusive environment provides the space to innovate with colleagues and implement even better ways of doing things. We invest in our employees’ growth and development and help them thrive. With our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, total rewards packages, company share ownership program, and emphasis on work-life balance, it’s better here.
If you’re looking for a career where your perspective and expertise are valued, you’ll find it here at Definity.
La Société financière Definity est la société mère de compagnies d’assurance de dommages parmi les plus établies et innovatrices au Canada, soit Assurance Economical, Sonnet Assurance, Family Insurance Solutions et la Compagnie d’assurance Petline. Definity est dévouée à faire évoluer l’assurance pour sa clientèle, ses équipes, son réseau de courtage et ses communautés.
Nous promettons de fournir un environnement de travail collaboratif, ambitieux, valorisant et stimulant. Notre environnement inclusif vous permet d’innover avec vos collègues et de mettre en œuvre de meilleures façons de travailler. Nous investissons dans la croissance et le perfectionnement de nos gens et les aidons à s’épanouir. Grâce à nos options flexibles de travail hybride, notre programme de rémunération globale, notre régime d’actionnariat et l’accent sur l’équilibre travail-famille, vous évoluerez avec nous.
Si vous souhaitez une carrière où votre point de vue sera reconnu, ne cherchez pas plus loin que Definity.