Skills

Communication Jira Data Governance Problem-solving power bi Organization Confluence Databricks Power Automate

Job Specifications

Data Governance Consultant

Client: A top Canadian Bank

Terms: 12 month Contract

Location: Hybrid- 1-3 days a week downtown,

Overview: Apex Systems is seeking a Data Governance Consultant to support the development and execution of a data governance program within a large financial services organization. This role will contribute to the operationalization of governance practices across multiple lines of business, with a focus on improving data quality, traceability, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in evolving and implementing the enterprise data governance framework.
Document and maintain governance artifacts including:
Business process flows
Business term glossaries
Data dictionaries
Procedure documents
Data Sharing Agreements and Risk Assessments
Stakeholder education and instructional materials
Support the definition and tracking of data quality metrics to ensure alignment with internal policies and regulatory standards.
Prepare governance council materials, including KPIs and issue summaries; follow up on action items to support operational excellence.
Act as a liaison between business, technology, and functional teams to ensure governance requirements are clearly defined, communicated, and integrated into planning processes.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Demonstrated experience in data governance, including:
Business term definition and critical data element (CDE) identification
Data classification and cataloging
Business lineage and traceability documentation
Governance and quality metrics development
Data stewardship and policy management
Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex information clearly to stakeholders at all levels.
Detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working independently in a matrixed environment.
Problem-solving mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive clarity.

Technical Environment

Tools in use include: Databricks, Purview, Excel, Power BI, Power Automate
Familiarity with Jira and Confluence is considered an asset.

Interview Process

One-round virtual interview with key team members.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Apex Systems is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact our Employee Services Department at employeeservices@apexsystemsinc.com or 844-463-6178.

About the Company

Apex Systems is a leading global technology services firm that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients' digital visions. We offer a continuum of services, specializing in strategy, transformation, and managed services across application development, data, enterprise platforms, cloud and infrastructure, and cybersecurity. Through our ability to innovate alongside our customers, we build and deploy the right artificial intelligence solutions to realize business value and impr... Know more