Data Specialist

Alteris Consulting; Toronto; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Alteris Consulting is seeking a skilled Data Specialist to support clients with data management and analytics. In this role, you will be responsible for data accuracy and insights, supporting business intelligence. Join a talented team in a collaborative environment focused on innovation and data-driven solutions.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work options

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in data-related roles.
• Experience in data warehousing and ETL processes is a plus.
• Familiarity with Python or R for data analysis is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage and analyze data to support business intelligence.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines and dashboards.
• Collaborate with teams to define data requirements.

Skills

SQL

Data visualization tools

Excel

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Data quality management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science or related field

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

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Alteris Consulting is a trusted partner in digital transformation, helping organizations unlock the value of data and technology. We deliver innovative, data-driven solutions across various industries, enabling our clients to make smarter decisions, improve performance, and stay competitive. As we expand our data and analytics capabilities, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Specialist to join our growing team.

About Alteris Consulting:

Alteris Consulting is a trusted partner in digital transformation, helping organizations unlock the value of data and technology. We deliver innovative, data-driven solutions across various industries, enabling our clients to make smarter decisions, improve performance, and stay competitive. As we expand our data and analytics capabilities, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Data Specialist to join our growing team.

Job Summary:

As a Data Specialist at Alteris Consulting, you will be responsible for managing and analyzing data to support business intelligence and strategic decision-making for our clients. You’ll work closely with internal teams and client stakeholders to ensure data accuracy, build efficient data pipelines, and develop impactful insights that drive measurable outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collect, clean, validate, and organize data from multiple internal and client-facing sources.
• Develop and maintain data pipelines, databases, dashboards, and reports to support data analysis and visualization.
• Analyze large datasets to uncover trends, insights, and opportunities that add value to client engagements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams—including consultants, developers, and business analysts—to define data requirements and deliver solutions.
• Support data integration and migration initiatives across cloud and on-premise environments.
• Maintain thorough documentation of data models, processes, definitions, and standards.
• Ensure compliance with client-specific data governance, privacy, and security requirements.
• Identify and resolve data quality issues in collaboration with technical and business teams.
  

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Systems, Statistics, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of hands-on experience in a data specialist, data analyst, or similar role.
• Proficient in SQL and at least one data visualization tool (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills for quick data exploration and manipulation.
• Familiarity with data warehousing, ETL/ELT processes, and data modeling concepts.
• Ability to manage multiple data sources and ensure consistent, high-quality outputs.
• Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and communication skills.
• Comfortable working in a client-facing consulting environment with evolving priorities.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Python, R, or other data analysis languages.
• Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP), especially in a data services context.
• Knowledge of enterprise systems such as SAP, Salesforce, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Understanding of data governance frameworks and best practices.
  

Why Join Alteris Consulting:

• Work with a talented team on impactful, data-centric projects across multiple industries.
• Gain exposure to the latest tools, technologies, and methodologies in data and analytics.
• Supportive and collaborative consulting environment that encourages learning and innovation.
• Competitive compensation, professional development opportunities, and flexible work options.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology

• Industries

  Business Consulting and Services

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