Senior DG Consultant

Adastra; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Governance Consultant to join their dynamic team. This exciting contract role offers the chance to lead governance programs across various sectors, focusing on effective data utilization and governance frameworks. You'll collaborate with senior stakeholders, guide operational initiatives, and leverage your expertise in data management to drive impactful results. With a commitment to professional development and a flexible work environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for a results-driven self-starter looking to make a significant impact in the field of data governance.

Benefits

Opportunity for advancement

Competitive compensation package

Comprehensive benefits plan

Successful referral program

Flexible workplace

Dynamic and diverse environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Data Governance or related fields.
• Strong facilitation and coaching skills to align stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of Data Governance frameworks and strategies.
• Guide clients in operationalizing data ownership and stewardship.

Skills

Data Governance

Metadata Management

Data Quality Management

Master Data Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Facilitation Skills

Change Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Studies, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Management

MBA

Tools

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Overview

Adastra is renowned for its expertise in Data and Analytics, and now is your opportunity to join our dynamic team. We believe that effective data governance is the foundation of successful data utilization, and we are looking for a skilled and experienced Governance Consultant to bring their talents to our team. Are you a results-driven, self-starter looking for a contract role where you can lead governance programs for clients across diverse industries? If so, we would love to welcome you to our team and see the impact you'll make!

Location: Hybrid (3-Day onsite), within the GTA

Status: Contract/Full-Time

Responsibilities:

• Effectively collaborate with senior client business stakeholders to lead the design of Data Governance frameworks, strategy, organizational components, functional competencies, and roadmaps
• Guide client business stakeholders in operationalizing ownership and stewardship responsibilities and lead the execution of Metadata and Data Quality Management pilot projects
• Utilize strong facilitation and coaching skills to align business stakeholders and teams, driving organizational alignment and informed decision-making
• Demonstrate expertise in educating, training, and fostering the learning and development of team members and stakeholders
• Combine strategic thinking with tactical execution, showing a willingness to engage hands-on to accomplish tasks effectively

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• 3+ years experience in designing and/or leading the deployment of Data Governance programs, or related functions such as Metadata Management, Data Quality, or Master Data Management
• Bachelor’s degree, preferably with a concentration in Business Studies, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Information Management. Extensive experience within a Data Management function can be considered as an alternative - MBA is an asset
• Experience with Metadata Management, Data Quality Management, and Master/Reference Data Management tools is highly desirable
• Proven track record of leading groups, facilitating discussions, strategizing, negotiating, and resolving conflicts, enabling effective initiatives across all organizational levels, including C-suite and geographically dispersed teams
• Exceptional presentation, verbal communication, business writing, and visual presentation skills, with expertise in PowerPoint and Word to produce publication-ready materials independently
• Strong analytical, logical, and critical thinking skills with strong knowledge of change management processes
• Effective at prioritizing and managing multiple complex initiatives concurrently

About Adastra

For more than 20 years, Adastra Corporation has been hyper-focused on data and the infrastructures to support it. We are an international consulting company working with businesses and IT Leaders to extract value through data and analytic solutions in the domains of Cloud, Data Management, Analytics, AI and ML, Governance, Hyper Automation, and Enterprise Application Development. Our team of experts, combined with our worldclass data management platform, helps provide trusted insights, establish frameworks, enforce best practices, and streamline processes for around-the-clock global coverage.

What We Offer

• Opportunity for advancement and career progression
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Successful referral program
• Satisfaction of working for a reputable company
• A flexible, dynamic, and diverse workplace

Equal Opportunity Employer

In our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code. In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process.