Avison Young

Enterprise Operational Analytics & Governance Lead

Avison Young$100K — $130K *
Real Estate & Construction
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7-10+ years' experience in enterprise data modeling and governance frameworks.
  • Background in global organizations managing multiple stakeholders and legacy processes.
  • Proven ability to navigate complexity and manage competing team priorities.
  • Understanding of real estate and asset-based business models, including commission structures.
  • Familiarity with professional services systems and modern analytics tools like Power BI and Snowflake.
  • Exposure to AI-enabled tools like Microsoft Copilot is a plus.

Responsibilities

  • Review and simplify existing reporting methods to improve consistency and efficiency.
  • Define enterprise KPIs and establish reliable data governance policies.
  • Own and document the enterprise data model and master data domains.
  • Establish data ownership and quality practices across various departments.
  • Improve source system processes for better data management and reporting.
  • Lead operational analytics delivery with external technology teams, aligning with corporate standards.
  • Work across regions to balance global standards with local business requirements.

Benefits

  • Hands-on role with direct impact on operational data governance.
  • Opportunity to shape data strategies across various business functions.
  • Engage with a diverse team in a global real estate context.
  • Support and autonomy to drive practical standardization and automation.
Full Job Description
Overview

We are seeking an experienced data leader to shape operational reporting consistency, enterprise data governance & master data across the operations of a global real estate business.

You will help define the core data model and governance approach across CRM, Finance, HR, PSA systems, commissions, broker performance and marketing platforms, while shaping the roadmap for consistent analytics for visualisation and AI access to allow our business to Grow.

You will assess the current landscape, build on what works, and drive practical standardisation, automation and improvement over time.

This is a hands-on role focused on improving how operational data points & KPI's are defined, governed, and used across a complex global environment.

Success in this role will require strong stakeholder management, sound judgement, and the ability to balance global standards with local business needs.

You will report to the VP, Global Enterprise Architecture.

Responsibilities
• Review and simplify existing reporting approaches, including manual processes and Excel-based workarounds, to identify what should be standardised, retained, or replaced
• Define enterprise KPIs, reporting standards, and data governance policies that support trusted, consistent reporting
• Own the enterprise data model and core master data domains documentation
• Establish clear data ownership, stewardship, and data quality practices across CRM, Finance, HR and beyond.
• Improve source systems through structured change processes so data definitions, quality, and reporting logic are managed at source
• Lead operational analytics delivery through partners and outsourced technology teams, ensuring alignment with enterprise priorities and standards
• Work across regions and functions to resolve competing requirements and support practical global standardisation

Qualifications
• 7-10+ years' experience in enterprise data modelling, governance frameworks, and reporting standardisation
• Experience working in complex, global organisations with multiple stakeholders and legacy processes
• Proven ability to:
o Navigate organisational complexity and change
o Manage competing priorities across teams and regions
o Deliver incrementally while maintaining a clear strategic direction
• Knowledge of:
o Real estate or other asset-based businesses
o Commission and revenue models
o Professional services and PSA systems
o Marketing and listing platforms
o Regulated and auditable reporting environments
• Experience with platforms such as Salesforce, NetSuite, HR systems, and modern analytics tools including Power BI, Fabric, or Snowflake
• Exposure to AI-enabled tools such as Microsoft Copilot is advantageous

Workplace Type

On-Site

About Avison Young

Avison Young is a Canadian commercial real estate services firm. It is the largest independently owned commercial real estate brokerage in Canada and has offices in the United States, Mexico, Europe, and Asia. The company provides a range of services including leasing, investment sales, property management, project management, and valuation services. Avison Young was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Toronto, Canada.
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5,000 employees
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Founded
1978

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