As a Senior Data Governance Advisor for Business Services, you play a strategic role in developing data governance maturity in the Business Services sector. You serve as an expert and resource person to promote optimal, secure and compliant use of data to help reach business objectives. You help teams apply the governance frameworks by ensuring consistency with regulatory requirements, internal policies and best practices. You work to optimize processes, implement effective controls and manage data risks. You develop and update performance standards, tools and indicators while supporting teams in data quality, reporting and the coordination of data valorization projects. You draw on your communication skills to engage parties involved and actively contribute to the sector’s data strategy, taking into account the technological, human and regulatory facets. More specifically, you will be required to: Act as an expert advisor to support the rollout of the federated data governance model, including the development of data management standards, tools, processes, controls and practices. Contribute to the planning and priority management of data governance mandates, while ensuring their progress and completion. Support teams with data valorization and identification of new opportunities by promoting responsible governance that’s aligned with the needs of members and clients. Coordinate data identification in the executive division’s processes as part of the operational control cycle. Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational frameworks, while helping teams identify data risks and analyze gaps. Contribute to the governance and process-related elements of the sector data strategy while ensuring consistency with technological, informational, people and change-management aspects. Monitor and measure the performance of data governance practices, including process maturity and data quality. Use and maintain governance tools (IKC, data quality issues log, data quality dashboard, etc.). Foster cross-disciplinary collaboration by leading effective conversations and clearly communicating governance frameworks. What we offer Competitive salary and annual bonus 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement Group insurance including telemedicine Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria. What you bring to the table Bachelor's degree in a related field A minimum of eight years of relevant experience Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered Experience in data governance Knowledge of French is required Knowledge of analytics tools, data management and their application in a business environment Interpersonal Savvy, Strategic mindset #LI-Hybrid Trade Union (If applicable) At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve. If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask! Job Family Data (FG) Unposting Date 2025-08-26 Desjardins Group is the largest cooperative financial group in North America. We're the choice for over 52,000 employees and we're named one of Canada's top employers by Mediacorp and Forbes. We offer a full range of financial products and services and share our expertise in personal services, business services, wealth management, life and health insurance, and property and casualty insurance. Pursuing a career at Desjardins means being part of an organization that puts people first. The jobs you found aren’t the right fit? Introduce yourself: we want to know you!
