Head of Data Governance and Quality - Waterloo, Canada - Equitable CA

Equitable CA

Verified Company

Waterloo, Canada

1 week ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

At Equitable, we realize that your work life is not just about performing a job; it's about being part of a workplace that helps you grow and reach your full potential.

Within our friendly and collaborative work environment, we recognize that the key to our growth and success is a dedicated, motivated and client-responsive staff.

Join Equitable today.

Position Title:
Head of Data Governance and Quality

Reports To:
VP, Head of Data Strategy - Insights and Impact

Department:
Corporate/Impact

Term:
Permanent Full-Time

Work Arrangements:
This is a hybrid role.

You will work in our office in Waterloo, ON a minimum of two (2) assigned, consecutive days every other week, plus a fifth (5th) assigned day per month.

You are welcome to work from the office more than the minimum requirement and there may be some roles that are required to work in our office more than the minimum requirement.

The Opportunity:
Equitable is growing We are looking for a Head of Data Governance and Quality to join our Corporate/Impact team

The role will establish a robust enterprise-wide Data Governance and Quality capability so support all lines of Business and Corporate functions with the goal of enabling transparency and trust in our data, supporting ease of access, and mitigating data risk.

This includes partnering with Business and Corporate leaders and stakeholders to design, implement, operate, and evolve the processes, tools, and policies needed for a strong Data Governance and Quality capability.

Now is an exciting time to join one of the Waterloo Area's and Southwestern Ontario's Top Employers for 2024

What you will be doing:

Data Governance: Design and implement a comprehensive enterprisewide data governance approach including data community engagement, issue/change resolution, and data decision making, while also incorporating data privacy, data protection, and data risk aspects. This will include the processes, tools, policies, and metrics/reporting to support the Data Governance approach.
Data Quality Management: Establish the framework, processes, metrics, and tool needed for implementing a repeatable Data Quality (DQ) monitoring program that is integrated with the overall Data Governance approach. This includes managing specific 'Master Data' domains such as Client and Advisor along with implementing 'fit for purpose' business relevant DQ controls in partnership with the business. Engaging the business and embedding DQ monitoring into the daily operational activities is key.
Data Access / Sharing: Build and run process to request, approve, and track access to data ensuring business and key control partner oversight. Enable compliance with regulations and guidelines, collaborating closely with privacy, risk, legal, and compliance teams to address data privacy, security, and reporting requirements.
Metadata Management: Define / manage metadata standards and partner with business to gather relevant metadata to build an enterprise data catalog. Establish a mechanism to ensure the metadata remains updated / accurate. Additionally, support with data lineage documentation in alignment with the build of the Enterprises data platform
Data Platform and Initiatives: Partner with the Enterprise Data Technology team to establish robust Data Governance and Quality processes for the Enterprise Data Platform including initiatives involving the ingestion, curation, and consumption of data for reporting, analytics, operations, and digital capabilities.
Stakeholder Collaboration and

Data Community Engagement:
Build and support an engaged data community consisting of business, corporate function, and technology leaders/stakeholders.

Collaborate to understand data needs and priorities and embed data governance practices into daily operations to ultimately drive client impact.

Communications, Training, and

Change Management:
Build and disseminate effective communication materials using diverse channels/approaches to elevate Data Governance knowledge in the organization.

Adopt change management principles and enable efforts to foster a data-driven culture within the organization, emphasizing the importance of data governance and quality in decision-making and client interactions.

Performance and Effectiveness: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of data governance and quality program/processes while providing regular reports and insights to senior management.
Leadership and Coaching: Build and guide a high performing team of professionals who utilize a collaborative approach with focus on achieving outcomes and delivering valuable interactions with partners / stakeholders

What you will bring:

10+ years of experience with a mix of Data Governance, Data Quality, Master Data Management (MDM), business analysis / data analysis, project management, and data analytics / data science
Experience with establishing an Enter