Desjardins Group

Data Governance Advisor, Desjardins Group Security Office

Desjardins Group$80K — $100K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • Minimum of four years of relevant experience
  • Experience in organizations with mature data governance models
  • Proficient in mapping and developing business processes
  • Experienced in identifying and managing data quality issues
  • Strong communication skills; ability to simplify complex information
  • Knowledge of data valorization and artificial intelligence

Responsibilities

  • Advise teams on improving data understanding and valorization methods
  • Train teams in applying data management processes and controls
  • Develop and maintain data governance logs, tools, and dashboards
  • Identify data governance needs and opportunities for the sector
  • Assist teams in analyzing risks and operational gaps
  • Implement compliance practices with governance documents
  • Monitor performance and changes in data governance maturity

Benefits

  • Flexible vacation of 4 weeks starting in the first year
  • Defined benefit pension plan for stable retirement income
  • Group insurance with telemedicine options
  • Reimbursement for health, wellness expenses, and telework equipment
Full Job Description
The Data and Analytics Initiative Department works on data governance and data valorization for the Desjardins Group Security Office (DGSO). As a cross-sector data governance advisor, you help define and implement data management processes to ensure the optimal and secure use of data for the benefit of members and clients, in accordance with compliance, confidentiality, privacy and security rules. You help teams recognize and manage data as a strategic asset. You also contribute to data valorization governance, including analytics and artificial intelligence initiatives, to promote responsible, secure, compliant use in accordance with applicable frameworks and in line with organizational objectives. You prepare recommendations on data use and compliance with governance documents that apply to data, that are adapted to the teams' various needs and the organization's objectives. You serve as a data governance resource person for practitioners. You interact with stakeholders working in other fields to understand needs and present and explain proposed solutions. More specifically, you will be required to:
  • Advise data producers and users on how to improve their understanding and maximize their use of data valorization methods while maintaining sound data governance practices.
  • Advise and train teams on how to apply data management processes and controls properly.
  • Develop and maintain data governance logs, tools and dashboards.
  • Identify the sector's data governance needs and opportunities.
  • Help teams analyze risks and potential gaps between what is set out in the governance documents and their operational practices.
  • Develop and implement practices and mechanisms to ensure compliance with the governance documents that apply to data.
  • Measure and monitor the performance of the standards and the practices in place, including changes in data governance maturity.
  • Carry out projects related to the development of data governance.


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 four years of relevant experience
  • Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
  • Experience working for organizations with a mature data governance model, with a clear understanding of associated roles and responsibilities
  • Experience mapping and developing business processes
  • Experience with the identification and management of data quality issues
  • Knowledge of French is required
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to simplify complex information
  • Mastery of data governance concepts
  • Knowledge of data catalogs, preferably IBM Knowledge Catalog (IKC)
  • Knowledge of data valorization including artificial intelligence
  • Familiarity with Agile methodology
  • Knowledge of the security sector
Business insight, Interpersonal Savvy

Trade Union (If applicable)

Job Family
Data (FG)

Unposting Date
2026-08-4

About Desjardins Group

Desjardins Group is a Canadian cooperative financial group with headquarters in Montreal, Quebec. It was founded in 1900 and has since grown to become the largest cooperative financial group in Canada, with over 7 million members and clients. The group offers a range of financial services including banking, insurance, wealth management, and investment services. Desjardins Group operates primarily in Quebec and Ontario, but also has a presence in other Canadian provinces as well as in the United States and Europe. The group is committed to social responsibility and sustainability, and has implemented various initiatives to promote these values.
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