Consultant - Enterprise Data & Records

IFG International Financial Group Ltd; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial consulting organization in Canada is seeking a Consultant, Enterprise Data & Records to manage data governance and ensure compliance with privacy laws. The role involves collaborating with internal teams and training employees on records management practices. Candidates should have over 3 years of experience in the financial industry and strong organizational skills. The position is initially a 12-month contract with potential for extension.

Qualifications

• 3+ years' experience managing programs within financial institutions.
• Expertise in records management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement governance frameworks for data and records management.
• Ensure compliance with privacy laws and internal policies.
• Provide guidance on best practices for records management.
• Collaborate with internal teams to promote records management policies.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency in records management.
• Educate employees on effective records management practices.

Skills

Records management

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Tech Savvy

Relationship management

Job description

Our client, a Top 5 bank in Canada, is looking to hire a Consultant, Enterprise Data & Records for an initial 12‑month contract with a high possibility of extension and conversion. This role is 1–2 days a week in the office in downtown Toronto.

Job Responsibilities

• Records Management Governance - Develop, enhance, and implement governance frameworks, policies, and standards related to data and records management across the organization.
• Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management - Ensure compliance with applicable privacy laws (e.g., Law 25 in Quebec) and internal records retention and destruction policies while mitigating operational risks.
• Business Consultation & Advisory - Provide expert guidance to business units on best practices for records management, data lifecycle, and regulatory requirements.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Change Management - Collaborate with internal teams, including Legal, IT, Risk, Compliance, and various Lines of Business (LOBs), to drive awareness and adoption of records management policies.
• Process Improvement & Innovation - Identify opportunities to enhance operational efficiency by leveraging technology, automation, and innovative solutions for records management.
• Training & Advocacy - Educate employees on records management practices, promoting compliance and effective data handling across the enterprise.

Must‑Have Skills

• 3+ years' experience managing programs within FI
• Records management

Nice to Have

• Ability to navigate difficult conversation
• Strong organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Tech Savvy
• Strong communication skills
• Relationship management mindset

If you are interested and qualified for this opportunity, please send your updated resume in MS Word format to [e-mail]