Data Governance Analyst

Ontario Teachers Insurance Plan; Waterloo; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Data Governance Analyst, where your insights will help shape the future of data management. This role is pivotal in supporting the Data Governance Manager to enhance data quality and ensure compliance across the organization. You'll collaborate with diverse teams, document policies, and utilize tools like Collibra to monitor data assets effectively. With a commitment to employee value and development, this innovative firm offers a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact the quality of services provided to members. If you're passionate about data and eager to learn, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Rewarding salary and bonuses

100% premium coverage group benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

100% coverage of continuing education fees

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Flexible work-from-home options

Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities are crucial.
• Experience with Collibra and Profisee is highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of the Data Governance roadmap.
• Document and maintain Data Governance policies and processes.
• Monitor data quality and resolve issues with stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Curiosity and desire to learn

Understanding of business data needs

Confidence in communication

Experience solving data quality issues

Experience in the insurance industry

Tools

Collibra

Profisee

Job description

With every job, there’s always the question of “why”. Why join a company? Why be part of their mission? Here, the why is easy. It’s because at some point, we’ve all needed someone there for us.

At the OTIP Group of Companies (OGC), we believe that something special happens when employees feel valued for the work they do, supported as the people they are, and included in the very fabric of the organization: they bring their best to work every day. And that's why we mean it when we say we put our people at the centre of everything we do. Join us as we grow our way into a future that reimagines what it means to deliver meaningful benefits support and service.

Job Description

The Data Governance Analyst will support the Data Governance Manager in the launch and operations of the Data Governance program at OTIP. This program will govern access to and use of data, document OTIP data assets and their relationships, and measure, monitor, and improve data quality.

As the Data Governance Analyst, you will support internal stakeholders to ensure key data assets are defined and described, and to ensure data quality rules are created and monitored. You will support and enhance Collibra's operation, creating and refining workflows, issuing inventories, and improving assets.

The core parts of your role will be to:

1. Support the implementation and ongoing maintenance of the Data Governance roadmap which aligns with OTIP’s Data Strategy.
2. Document and maintain Data Governance policies and processes.
3. Establish and maintain data quality rules within Collibra, based on business requirements, and monitor adherence to those standards.
4. Work with Business and Data Stewards to ensure business glossary entries, data quality rules, and relationships between assets are added to Collibra.
5. Ensure data sources are regularly monitored and data quality concerns documented and resolved.
6. Support and improve Collibra and Profisee.
7. Support Data Governance meetings with presentation development and note taking.
8. Monitor issues and ensure they are resolved by communicating with stakeholders.
9. Set up and manage simple workflows in Collibra.
10. Provide education on Data Governance and related topics.

Qualifications

Let’s Talk About You:

This is the unique blend of skills and experience we would love to see in an ideal candidate:

• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Confidence to communicate with people from all areas of the business
• Understand all parts of the business, and the types of data each require
• Use of logic and analysis to understand and resolve problems
• Curiosity and desire to learn new skills
• Experience solving data quality issues
• Experience in the insurance industry
• Experience in Collibra and/or Profisee

We also consider your potential.If you know you have what it takes to do the job, but your experience doesn’t exactly match the qualifications above, we encourage you to apply and provide us with more details about why you think you would be a great fit.

Additional Information

Some of the Perks We Offer:

• Rewarding salary and bonuses that truly value your dedication
• Industry-leading group benefits with 100% premium coverage (excluding LTD) that start on your first day
• Defined benefit pension plan for a financially confident retirement
• 100% coverage of approved continuing education and licensing fees (including RIBO courses in Ontario)
• Access to a wealth of learning resources, including LinkedIn Learning for professional development
• Flexible work-from-home and hybrid options
• Unlock your potential with opportunities for advancement

Let’s work together! If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply online.

OTIP and its group of companies strive to create an accessible and inclusive work environment where everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the recruitment and selection processes and provide accommodations for persons with disabilities.

As a business, we protect what matters most to our members. As an employer, we value what matters most in our workplace. Together, this includes fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all. We are committed to learning and evolving so we can continue to celebrate what makes us special. You are who you are, and our differences are what make us unique.

We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.