Senior Advisor, Data Governance

Desjardins

. Help data producers and users understand how to valorize data for the benefit of members and clients, in keeping with sound data governance .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeLévis • CanadaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in data governance, including the development and implementation of standards, processes, and tools. Proficient in stakeholder engagement and communication, with a strong focus on compliance and risk analysis.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Data GovernanceRisk AnalysisStakeholder EngagementData Management ProcessesFrench Language Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Data Governance StandardsData Management ProcessesCompliance MechanismsPerformance MeasurementOperational Practices

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCustomer FocusInterpersonal SavvyAction OrientedNimble Learning

Industry Keywords

Data ValorizationGovernance DocumentsData Governance MaturitySubject Matter ExpertDecision Making

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Help data producers and users understand how to valorize data for the benefit of members and clients, in keeping with sound data governance
Serve as a specialist advisor to teams in developing and applying data management processes and controls
Develop, operationalize and improve standards, processes, tools and best practices related to data governance foundations
Coordinate identification of the sector's data governance needs and opportunities
Help the sector analyze risks and potential gaps between governance documents and operational practices
Oversee development and implementation of practices and mechanisms ensuring compliance with governance documents applying to data
Coordinate, monitor, measure and communicate performance of standards and practices, including changes in data governance maturity
Lead projects related to development of data governance
Serve as a subject matter expert, resource person and coach for stakeholders and decision-making bodies
Interact with stakeholders across fields to understand and communicate issues and influence decision making

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a related field
A minimum of six years of relevant experience
Other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
Knowledge of French is required
Intermediate knowledge of English due to the nature of the duties or work tools or because the position involves interactions with English-speaking partners, members and/or clients
Action oriented
Communicates effectively
Complexity
Customer Focus
Differences
Interpersonal Savvy
Nimble learning
Strategic mindset

Benefits

Comp & perks

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