Data Steward

SearchLabs; Markham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A data management consultancy is seeking a Project Data Steward to collaborate on data governance initiatives and establish data management standards. The role requires a bachelor's degree and 2–3 years of experience in data governance, along with proficiency in SQL and data governance tools. Responsibilities include analyzing data documentation, managing data quality issues, and promoting data awareness across the organization. An hourly rate of $60 to $80 is offered.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in data governance, data quality, or metadata management.
• Strong understanding of industry standards and MDM technology.
• Experience with process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with data governance stakeholders to establish data management standards.
• Analyze data documentation to identify Critical Data Elements.
• Support the creation of data retention, compliance, and security policies.

Skills

Proficiency in SQL

Strong understanding of data governance tools

Ability to work independently

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Tools

Data governance tools

Job description

Overview

As a Project Data Steward, you’ll collaborate with data governance stakeholders to establish and maintain data management standards for the Data Platform. Your responsibilities include analyzing data documentation to identify and define Critical Data Elements, supporting the creation of data retention, compliance, and security policies, and managing data quality issues. You’ll also assist business users with data inquiries, support data governance initiatives, and help evaluate and implement data governance tools. Promoting data awareness and literacy across the organization, you’ll drive continuous improvements in data governance processes, ensure data security and compliance, and facilitate easy access to data. Additionally, you’ll help build metadata repositories, business glossaries, and training materials, and work with data owners to protect data and define key performance indicators.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and 2–3 years of experience in data governance, data quality, or metadata management. Proficiency in SQL and data governance tools is required, along with a strong understanding of industry standards, MDM technology, and process improvement. You should be organized, analytical, and an effective communicator, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Compensation

Hourly rate: $60/hr to $80/hr.

How to Apply

Please send your resume and project list in confidence to Niresh Rajeswaran at [e-mail] for consideration. All resumes and project lists will be considered for all other current relevant roles as well as be kept on file for future consideration.