Data Governance Analyst

Benchmark Recruitment; Burnaby; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark Recruitment is seeking an experienced Data Governance Analyst for a 7-month hybrid contract in the Greater Vancouver area (Burnaby). The role focuses on data governance, data quality, ownership, and stewardship to advance the organization's enterprise Data Strategy.

You will collaborate with business and technical teams to define data assets, governance frameworks, and practical controls, contributing to improved data accuracy and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data management, including data governance, data quality, metadata management
• Strong understanding of DAMA-DMBOK principles and enterprise data management best practices
• Experience implementing or supporting data governance frameworks, policies, standards, procedures, and compliance requirements
• Experience establishing data ownership, stewardship models, accountability structures, and governance processes
• Knowledge of data security, privacy legislation, and regulatory compliance requirements

Responsibilities

• Support planning, prioritization, and implementation of enterprise data governance initiatives
• Develop and maintain the Data Governance Framework, policies, standards, procedures, and governance processes
• Collaborate with stakeholders to establish data ownership, stewardship, and accountability models
• Document data assets, business rules, data quality requirements, and governance controls
• Conduct governance assessments and identify risks and opportunities to improve data integrity and accountability
• Develop data quality standards, validation rules, monitoring metrics, and remediation plans
• Maintain data dictionaries, metadata repositories, data catalogues, and data lineage documentation
• Prepare governance documentation and progress reports for leadership and stakeholders
• Provide guidance and training on data governance principles, tools, and responsibilities

Skills

Data governance

Data quality management

Metadata management

SQL

Stakeholder engagement

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Education

Degree in Information Management or related field

CDMP or similar certification

Tools

Microsoft Purview

Collibra

Informatica

Job description

7-month contract | Hybrid in the Greater Vancouver Metropolitan Area | Closing Date: Monday, November 9, 2026 | Must hold a valid Canadian Work Visa

Our client, a provincial organization supporting affordable housing and housing services across British Columbia, is seeking an experienced Data Governance Analyst for a 7-month hybrid contract opportunity based in Burnaby.

The Data Governance Analyst will play a key role in advancing the organization's enterprise Data Strategy, supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of data governance practices. This position will focus on improving data quality, establishing clear data ownership and stewardship accountabilities, and strengthening the organization's ability to manage data as a strategic asset.

Reporting functionally to the Manager, Data Governance, the successful candidate will work closely with business and technical stakeholders to support prioritized data governance initiatives and business use cases. Responsibilities will include identifying and documenting critical data assets, defining business rules and data quality requirements, assessing governance gaps, and developing practical governance frameworks and supporting documentation.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of experience in data management and governance, with strong knowledge of DAMA-DMBOK principles, data quality management, metadata management, and enterprise data governance frameworks. Experience working with data governance platforms such as Microsoft Purview, Collibra, or Informatica will be particularly valuable.

Responsibilities:

• Support the planning, prioritization, and implementation of enterprise data governance initiatives aligned with organizational objectives and strategic priorities
• Contribute to the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the organization's Data Governance Framework, including policies, standards, procedures, and governance processes
• Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to establish data ownership, stewardship responsibilities, accountability models, and decision-making structures
• Identify and document data assets, business rules, data quality requirements, and governance controls associated with prioritized business domains and use cases
• Conduct data governance assessments and gap analyses, identifying risks, issues, and opportunities to improve data integrity, reliability, and accountability
• Develop and maintain data quality standards, validation rules, monitoring metrics, issue logs, and remediation plans
• Support the identification, classification, and documentation of Critical Data Elements (CDEs) and associated governance requirements
• Maintain and enhance business glossaries, data dictionaries, metadata repositories, data catalogues, and data lineage documentation
• Support compliance with data governance policies, privacy legislation, regulatory requirements, and records management practices
• Facilitate governance meetings, stakeholder workshops, and cross-functional discussions to establish alignment on data standards and responsibilities
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Change Management Specialists, business owners, data stewards, and technical teams to coordinate governance activities and support adoption
• Provide guidance and training to stakeholders on data governance principles, standards, tools, and stewardship responsibilities
• Develop and maintain data governance reporting, dashboards, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and maturity assessments to measure progress and program effectiveness
• Monitor governance outcomes and recommend process improvements to strengthen data management practices across the organization
• Prepare governance documentation, assessment findings, recommendations, and progress reports for project leadership and senior stakeholders
• Support organizational change and data transformation initiatives by promoting data literacy, accountability, and consistent adoption of governance practices

Qualifications:

• Degree in Information Management, Business, Computer Science, Data Analytics, or a related discipline; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• 5+ years of experience in data management, including data governance, data quality, metadata management, and related disciplines
• Strong understanding of DAMA-DMBOK principles and enterprise data management best practices
• Demonstrated experience implementing or supporting data governance frameworks, policies, standards, procedures, and compliance requirements within complex organizations
• Experience establishing data ownership, stewardship models, accountability structures, and governance processes
• Strong knowledge of data governance and metadata management platforms, such as Microsoft Purview, Collibra, Informatica, or comparable tools
• Experience developing and maintaining data catalogues, business glossaries, data dictionaries, metadata repositories, and data lineage documentation
• Knowledge of data quality management, including validation rules, quality metrics, issue identification, and remediation processes
• Sound understanding of data architecture, data modelling, data integration, data warehousing, and enterprise data platforms
• Familiarity with data security, privacy legislation, records management, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Proficiency with SQL, ETL processes, Business Intelligence (BI) tools, and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex data issues and recommend practical governance solutions
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliverables
• Strong communication, facilitation, and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to collaborate with business and technical teams and present findings to senior leadership
• Demonstrated ability to support organizational change, data transformation, and adoption of new governance practices
• Experience working within regulated industries, such as financial services, healthcare, government, or the broader public sector, is considered an asset
• Previous experience supporting enterprise-wide data governance programs is preferred
• Professional certification in data governance or data management, such as Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP), Data Governance and Stewardship Professional (DGSP), or equivalent, is considered an asset