Data Governance Co-op Student

The Data Governance Co-op is part of the Enterprise Data Governance Team at Canada Life and plays an essential role the advancement of our data strategy.  This role provides the opportunity to experience and contribute to culture that balance enablement of our business with the governance of our data assets to ensure the trust and protection of the data in our care. 

The successful candidate will join a skilled team of like-minded colleagues who strive to make sense of our data, protect it and work to enable the business to advance their data roadmaps. 

What you will do 

• Support the development, maintenance, and enhancement of our data governance policy, standards, processes, and practices.
• Support the implementation and adoption of data governance across the enterprise
• Work with technology and business users to ensure our data is understood and reflected in our Data Inventory to enable people to find what they need when they need it.
• Support the launch of our new Connected Data Platform, connecting people to the data they need.
• Identify opportunities to improve effectiveness of the data governance organization with focus on operational efficiency and collaboration
• Investigate, communicate, and report on areas of data risk
• Contribute to and promote excellence in data governance, a culture of innovation with data and data protection 

What you will bring 

• Interest or experience in Data Governance – (Data & Analytics education an asset)
• Strong organizational Skills
• Experience in Microsoft products (PowerPoint and Excel)
• Strong communication and presentation skills 
• Agile, practical, customer service-oriented mindset (doesn’t over complicate processes)
• Passionately curious and excited to learn new things
• Ability to work in a fast paced highly focused team
• Experience in financial services and insurance is an asset
• Working knowledge of data governance and management technology an asset (e.g. Collibra, Microsoft Purview)

Given the size and scope of our organization, we have the flexibility for this position to be located in the following head office locations: London, Toronto. 

Be your best at Canada Life- Apply today!

Being a part of Canada Life means you have a voice. This is a place where your unique background, perspectives and talents are valued, and shape our future success.

You can be your best here. You’re part of a diverse and inclusive workplace where your career and well-being are championed. You’ll have the opportunity to excel in your way, finding new and better ways to deliver exceptional customer and advisor experiences.

Together, as part of a great team, you’ll deliver on our shared purpose to improve the well-being of Canadians. It’s our driving force. Become part of a strong and successful company that’s trusted by millions of Canadians to do the right thing. 

Canada Life serves?the financial security needs of more than 13 million people across Canada, with additional operations in Europe and the United States. As members of the Power Financial Corporation group of companies, we’re one of Canada’s leading insurers with interests in life insurance, health insurance, investment and retirement savings. We offer a broad portfolio of financial and benefit plan solutions for individuals, families, businesses and organizations.

We are committed to providing an inclusive, accessible environment, where all employees and customers feel valued, respected and supported. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live, and to creating an environment where every employee has the opportunity to reach their potential.

Canada Life would like to thank all applicants, however only those who qualify for an interview will be contacted. 


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