The Opportunity
Reporting to the Data Governance Tooling and Reporting Manager, this role will be a key member of the EDO, accountable for aiding in the delivery and support of our Data governance platform and capabilities along with roadmap execution, and adoption. The successful candidate is an individual contributor and also a self-starter. The Data Specialist is empowered to work independently with teams and projects across the organization, supporting the goal to advance Data Governance platform adoption, capabilities and Data Governance Maturity.
What to Expect
- Support on-boarding of data assets and users, allocation of roles and responsibilities, configure workflows, engage vendor for support
- Define, optimize, and implement Collibra workflows using BPMN 2.0 (Business Process Model and Notation 2.0) for consistent modeling using industry standards
- Daily operational support of the Collibra application including user access management, asset configuration and product updates
- Identifies requirements and use cases for the Data governance tools that will support the governance & technology strategy and roadmap; implement those requirements within the platform
- Work with stakeholder to continuously improve Data Governance technologies, Share regular updates with stakeholders regarding proposed solutions, timelines, progress, and issues
- Develop and maintain education/communication tools and documents that help drive adoption and education around Data Governance technologies
What You Bring
- 2-3 years of experience in Data Governance, Metadata Management, Business Intelligence, or Data Analysis in the insurance / financial services industry; Experience with Data Lineage, Data Cataloging, and/or Data Policy implementation
- Post-secondary education in a relevant field (e.g., Information Technology, Business, Information Management, Data Management) or an equivalent combination of education, professional certifications, and related work experience.
- 3-4 years of experience with Collibra or other data governance and data catalog solutions
- Experience and strong proficiency with workflow development in Collibra
- 3-4 years of experience capturing and documenting complex business and functional requirements; Knowledge and understanding of Data Governance challenges and best practices for Metadata, Data Quality, and Data Stewardship
- Ability to identify problems/opportunities, analyze root cause, and present recommendations
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify, quantify, and effectively raise business risks associated within our Data governance tools
- Experience working with multiple teams to drive alignment and results
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, attention to detail, sense of urgency, and commitment to deadlines
- Experience in managing products and building relationships with vendors
Salary Range: $73,500-$123,500
About UsActual salary for the role may vary depending on work location of the successful candidate and other factors including but not limited to, skills, education, experience, working conditions and the local labour market.
This position is being posted to fill an existing vacancy.
Interested in this role, but don’t meet every requirement? We encourage you to apply! We know from experience that a candidate doesn’t need 100% of the qualifications listed to bring incredible value to our team. We’re actively seeking diverse backgrounds and perspectives to help us make insurance better. At Definity, inclusion, diversity, and equity aren’t just “nice to have” — they’re essential to our success.
What’s in it for you?
- Hybrid work schedule for most roles
- Company share ownership program
- Incentive Program - Eligible employees may participate in various incentive plans which are paid out at the discretion of the company and subject to individual and company performance.
- Pension and savings programs, with company-matched RRSP contributions
- Paid volunteer days and company matching on charitable donations
- Educational resources, tuition assistance, and paid time off to study for exams
- Focus on inclusion with employee groups, support for gender affirmation surgery, access to BIPOC counsellors, access to programs for working parents
- Wellness and recognition programs
- Discounts on products and services
Go ahead and expect a lot — you deserve it.
It’s better here — but don’t take our word for it. Definity was named by Great Place to Work® as one of the Best Workplaces™ in Canada for women, for youth, and for inclusion.
Our inclusive work environment welcomes diversity and supports accessibility. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].
As part of Definity’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that our work, meetings, and travel take place on the lands now known as Canada, and recognize the enduring presence, wisdom, and stewardship of the First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples who have long cared for these lands.
Background checks
This role requires successful clearance of background checks (including criminal checks and leadership references).
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About the TeamSkills Required
- 2-3 years of experience in data governance, metadata management, business intelligence, or data analysis in the insurance or financial services industry
- Experience with data lineage, data cataloging, and/or data policy implementation
- Post-secondary education in information technology, business, information management, data management, or a related field, or equivalent education, certifications, and work experience
- 3-4 years of experience with Collibra or other data governance and data catalog solutions
- Strong proficiency with workflow development in Collibra
- 3-4 years of experience capturing and documenting complex business and functional requirements
- Knowledge of data governance challenges and best practices for metadata, data quality, and data stewardship
- Ability to identify problems and opportunities, analyze root causes, and present recommendations
- Strong analytical skills and ability to identify, quantify, and raise business risks associated with data governance tools
- Experience working with multiple teams to drive alignment and results
- Exceptional stakeholder management skills, attention to detail, sense of urgency, and commitment to deadlines
- Experience managing products and building relationships with vendors
Definity Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Definity and has not been reviewed or approved by Definity.
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Healthcare Strength — Coverage begins on the first day and spans medical, prescription-drug, vision, dental, paramedical, and enhanced mental-health services, with additional support for fertility, gender affirmation, life and critical-illness, and disability coverage.
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Retirement Support — Pension and savings programs include employer-matched RRSP contributions to support long‑term financial security, and share ownership is available with the company matching employee contributions up to $1,500 annually.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Vacation is supplemented by five additional personal Definity Days and two paid volunteer days each year, indicating a broad and supportive time‑off offering.
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What We Do
Definity Financial Corporation is the parent company to some of Canada’s most long-standing and innovative property and casualty insurance brands and companies, including Economical Insurance, Sonnet Insurance, Family Insurance Solutions, and Petline Insurance. We focus on making insurance better for our customers, our employees, our broker partners, and our communities. Our promise to employees is to provide a workplace that’s collaborative, ambitious, rewarding, and empowering. Our inclusive environment provides the space to innovate with colleagues and implement even better ways of doing things. We invest in our employees’ growth and development and help them thrive. With our flexible, hybrid work arrangements, total rewards packages, company share ownership program, and emphasis on work-life balance, it’s better here. If you’re looking for a career where your perspective and expertise are valued, you’ll find it here at Definity.
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