Job Description Job Title Expert Advisor – HR Data Governance Build the future with us Are you driven by HR data governance, its strategic value, and the modernization of Talent and Culture practices, and eager to contribute to the purpose of a company that aims to help its clients feel confident and secure about their future? As an Expert Advisor – HR Data Governance, you will play a key strategic advisory role by ensuring a rigorous, modern, and best‑practice‑aligned governance framework, both from a defensive perspective and an offensive, value‑driven data approach. This position is a great opportunity to showcase your skills and fully realize your potential within a caring and trustworthy company. Here, people and their development are at the heart of our priorities, fostering an environment that encourages collaboration and innovation. What you’ll accomplish with us As an Expert Advisor – HR Data Governance, you’ll be at the core of our mission. Here are the main responsibilities: Define and operationalize the HR data governance strategy for the Talent and Culture Vice Presidency (VPTC), ensuring alignment with corporate policies, regulatory requirements, and personal data protection standards. Represent the VPTC within corporate data governance bodies, assuming the role of business data steward. Establish and continuously evolve data quality mechanisms, including controls, monitoring indicators, and data lifecycle management. Ensure compliance, risk management, and classification of HR data, in collaboration with key stakeholders. Prepare and enable HR data for advanced use cases, such as advanced analytics, predictive models, automation, and AI applications. Define, structure, and maintain HR data standards, metadata, and definitions, facilitating cross-functional data steward forums and arbitrating discrepancies. Act as a trusted advisor to Talent and Culture teams and partners, helping define orientations, propose innovative solutions, and support the evolution of data-related practices. Raise awareness, mobilize, and support stakeholders by applying strategic and tactical thinking and contributing to organizational initiatives requiring data-driven decision-making in HR. What could accelerate your success in this role We’re looking for someone who: Is known for their influencing leadership and the ability to collaborate effectively in a cross-functional environment, particularly with Talent and Culture (VPTC), IT teams, and other business areas. Stands out for their demonstrated ability to apply both strategic and tactical thinking to analyze data-related issues, guide practices, support decision-making, and propose structural improvements. Demonstrates strong communication and facilitation skills, with a strong ability to translate and simplify complex concepts related to data, analytics, and artificial intelligence. a solid understanding of data analytics and artificial intelligence principles, as well as experience with HRIS and analytics environments (Workday, Snowflake, Power BI – an asset). Has a minimum of 10 years of experience in roles related to data, information systems, HR processes, analytics, or information management, including at least 7 years in data governance, data management, or analytics-related roles. Holds a bachelor’s degree in information systems, analytics, human resources, business administration, or a related field. Any training or certification in data governance, analytics, or personal data protection is considered an asset. Advanced proficiency in both French and English, as the role requires daily interaction—spoken, written, and through workshops—with both French- and English-speaking partners. Why you’ll love working with us A work environment where learning and development merge with a collective pursuit of excellence. A healthy, safe, fair, and inclusive environment where potential can be freely expressed and developed. The opportunity to work in a hybrid environment, supported by flexibility and access to inspiring and innovative workspaces. Competitive benefits: Flexible group insurance, competitive pension plan, stock purchase plan, vacation and wellness/personal development days, telemedicine, employee and family assistance program, ergonomic furniture program, performance bonus, discounts on iA products, and much more! Apply now and get ahead of your career, where your talent really belongs! Still unsure about applying? At iA, we believe in potential and value diverse experiences. If this role inspires you, go ahead and apply – your place might be with us, and we want to get to know you! Location(s) Quebec / 1080, Grande Allee West Other Possible Location(s) Montreal / 1981 McGill College Avenue Company iA Financial Group Posting End Date 2026-07-28 Company Overview iA Financial Group* is the strength of a company with a human side, with its over 8,000 employees. Together, we have earned the trust of our more than four million clients and 25,000 advisors who have chosen us for their insurance, savings, and wealth management. With over $200 billion in assets and half a billion invested in technological innovation, we’re a key player in the financial services industry in Canada and the United States. The secret to our success? Investing in you, one person at a time. Because, for over 125 years, we have believed that it’s by supporting our employees and surrounding ourselves with the most reputable leaders in the industry, we will continue to innovate. At iA, we’re invested in you. * iA Financial group includes the following entities: iA Services financiers, iA assurance auto et habitation, iA Gestion privée de patrimoine, PPI Management, Investia, iA Gestion de placements, Prysm, iA Clarington, Michel Rhéaume et associés, Garanties Nationales, WGI Manufacturing, WGI Service Plan Division, Lubrico, iA Financement auto Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At iA Financial Group, we support and celebrate diversity. We strive to provide a workplace that is recognized as inclusive for all, regardless of ethnic origin, nationality, language, religious beliefs, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family situation, or physical or mental disability. Please note that if you need help or assistance to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please Contact us here. Someone from our team will be happy to assist you with your needs. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation and engagement, iA once again stands out this year as one of Canada’s top employers according to Forbes. In 2026, iA Financial Group also ranks 1st among major publicly traded Canadian insurers. At iA Financial Group, our differences make us unique. We are committed to supporting and celebrating diversity because we believe that it is by bridging our differences that we will be stronger. Our employees’ wellbeing is our priority. We are also committed to creating a stimulating and safe work environment, in addition to offering a real work-life balance with our flexible work model. As a reflection of our employees’ appreciation, iA has been ranked as one of the top employers in Canada in 2023 by Glassdoor and Forbes. Want to join the iA family, but there’s no job openings right now that match your profile? Let us know you’re interested!