Job Description

ABOUT US

We\xe2\x80\x99re one of Canada\xe2\x80\x99s largest pension investment managers, with CAD$243.7 billion of net assets as at March 31, 2023.

We invest funds for the pension plans of the federal public service, the Reserve Force. Headquartered in Ottawa, PSP Investments has its principal business office in Montr\xc3\xa9al and offices in New York, London, and Hong Kong.

Capturing and leading complex global investments requires us to work as one to seize valuable opportunities, in close collaboration with some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s top companies. At PSP, you\xe2\x80\x99ll join a team of motivated and engaged professionals, dedicated to propelling our organization further than ever before.

EXPERIENCE THE EDGE

At PSP, we encourage our employees to grow, forge powerful relationships, contribute and fuel inspired investment launchpads. We are committed to a culture that fosters collaboration and allows us to think beyond, in an interconnected way. We advocate for our employees to speak-up, learn, experiment, share, and be part of an where diversity is embraced.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Data Governance Team is part of the Enterprise Data Platform team, reporting in the Technology, Data and Operations department. The objectives of the Data Governance team are to create an efficient company-wide organization to manage data effectively and ensure clean, consistent data for all business lines within the company.

ABOUT YOUR ROLE

As a Director, Data Governance, you will work closely with multiple functional groups across several lines of business, to drive the development and management of strategic goals and objectives for all divisions of the firm. You will be accountable for establishing the governance model, business rules and data requirements that align with each department\xe2\x80\x99s goal. You will:

• Define a process and team to establish Data Governance of data for the company supporting operational and analytical capabilities.
• Collaborate with technology and business units to drive the definition, prioritization, and implementation of data initiatives.
• Design documentation and deploy consistent enterprise-wide data definitions, processes, and ownership, by establishing efficient metadata management practices and monitoring the completeness and accuracy of metadata.
• Define and report on key metrics related to operational quality of data.
• Develop effective relationships with business areas to oversee the delivery of data-related services to them.
• Partner in the development of Data Management standards as needed to effectively manage data across the firm.
• Consult on projects and providing data training and education to business and IT.
• Establish a culture of analytics and using new technologies to support business expansion.
• Implement and maintain ethical data practices.
• Design, maintain and present data governance maturity reporting to Data Governance and other management teams.

WHAT YOU\xe2\x80\x99LL NEED

• Bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree in mathematics, business administration, statistics or computer science (or similar)
• Strong analytics background
• Significant data management experience within a buy side firm, including understanding of best practices in data quality operations
• Comprehensive knowledge of data governance practices and processes
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to build effective relationships at all levels of the business
• Approachable and open minded
• Enjoys problem solving
• Proactive in establishing processes and the best ways of working
• Bilingualism: English and French (Frequent interactions in English with PSP employees based in our offices in Hong Kong, London and New York, and interactions in French with employees in our local offices in Montreal and Ottawa)

We offer a tailored employee experience and competitive total rewards and benefits package* designed to attract and retain global diverse talent, reward performance, and reinforce business strategies and priorities. Beyond salary and incentive pay eligibility, you have access to:

• A flexible hybrid work model with a mix of in-office and remote days based on business groups, teams, and roles
• A hybrid allowance to support any hybrid related needs
• Competitive pension plans
• Comprehensive group insurance plans
• Unlimited access to virtual healthcare services and wellness programs
• Generous and inclusive paid family leave
• Vacation days available on day one with additional days on milestone service anniversaries, and summer Friday afternoons off
• Investment in career development

*Benefits package may vary based on your employee type.

At PSP, we aim to provide an inclusive workplace where we leverage diversity and where everyone feels valued, safe, respected and empowered to grow. As part of this leadership commitment, we strongly encourage applications from all qualified applicants and strive to offer an inclusive and accessible candidate experience. If you require any accommodation for any part of the recruitment process, please let us know.

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