Data Governance Senior Analyst

Allstate Insurance Company; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Data Governance Senior Analyst to enhance their Data Governance program. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with data standards and policies while collaborating with various teams to ensure data integrity. The ideal candidate will possess a strong analytical mindset and expertise in SQL and Excel, contributing to impactful data governance initiatives. Join a company that values inclusivity and community involvement, and enjoy flexible work arrangements while making a meaningful difference in the organization.

Benefits

Flexible Work Arrangements

Employee discounts on insurance

Good Office program

Student Loan Payment Matching

Retirement Savings with employer matching

Annual Wellness allowance

Personal reflection day

Tuition Reimbursement

Community involvement

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of experience in a quantitative field.
• Expert in Excel and Visio, proficient in SQL coding.
• Knowledge of Data Quality rules and Agile frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in rolling out Data Governance platform using Informatica.
• Support data practices like Data Catalog and Data Quality.
• Manage Data Governance activities and analyze large datasets.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Effective communication

SQL coding

Data Quality rules

Data profiling

Root cause analysis

Agile frameworks

Education

Post-secondary degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Excel

Visio

Informatica

Alation

Collibra

Purview

Job description

At Allstate, great things happen when our people work together to protect families and their belongings from life’s uncertainties. For more than 90 years, our innovative drive has kept us ahead of our customers’ evolving needs, from advocating for seat belts and airbags to leading in pricing sophistication, telematics, and device and identity protection.

Job Description

Who is Allstate:

Allstate Insurance Company of Canada is a leading home and auto insurer focused on providing prevention and protection products and services for every stage of life. We are proud to be named a Best Employer in Canada for nine consecutive years, supporting our employees and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to community involvement through charitable partnerships, employee giving, and volunteerism. Serving Canadians since 1953, our promise is 'You’re in Good Hands.'

Through our Employee Value Proposition — Opportunity, Flexibility, Community, Diversity, and Family — we cultivate a culture where employees feel valued, experience growth, and enjoy their work.

#LI-MO1

Role Designation: Hybrid

Benefits of Joining Allstate:

• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Employee discounts (15% on auto and property insurance, plus other products and services)
• Good Office program (up to $400 back on office equipment)
• Student Loan Payment Matching for Government Student Loans
• Retirement Savings with employer matching
• Annual Wellness allowance
• Personal reflection day
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Community involvement and giving back

Position Overview:

The Data Governance Senior Analyst contributes to the success of Allstate’s Data Governance program by ensuring strategic objectives are met. The role involves enforcing data standards, policies, collaborating with teams to maintain data integrity, and supporting business objectives. An excellent opportunity for an experienced Data Analyst to deepen their understanding of Data Governance.

Accountabilities:

• Assist in rolling out Allstate’s Data Governance platform by onboarding data sources into Informatica’s IDMC.
• Support lines of business and project teams with Data Practices such as Data Catalog, Data Quality, Classification, and Metadata Management.
• Act as the main contact to ensure Data Practice initiatives are completed.
• Manage Data Governance activities including meetings, issue management, reporting, and communication.
• Analyze and manipulate large datasets.
• Provide guidance on Data Governance best practices for Amazon services (DataZone, S3).
• Track metrics and milestones for reporting to senior management.

Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of experience with a post-secondary degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Computer Science, Economics, Business).
• Analytical mindset, structured thinker, effective communicator.
• Expert in Excel and Visio.
• Proficient in SQL coding and documentation.
• Experience with structured data metadata.
• Knowledge of Data Quality rules, data profiling, root cause analysis, and industry standards (DCAM/DAMA, CDMP).
• Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).

Bonus Qualifications:

• Experience with Data Catalog/Governance tools like Informatica, Alation, Collibra, or Purview.

We accommodate workplace needs and are committed to inclusivity. Join us to elevate your skills, challenge the status quo, and make a meaningful impact in a flexible, diverse environment.

Good Hands. Greater Together.