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Data Governance Specialist


Company : Fidelity International


Location : Toronto, Ontario


Created : 2026-03-16


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

# **Job Description**You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelitys dynamic working arrangement.**Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.**The work location for this role is 483 Bay Street in Toronto until approximately late 2026, when the work location will change to the new Mississauga office at 3 Robert Speck Parkway.**Who We Are**At Fidelity, weve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and were constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.Working with us means youll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. Youll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where youll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.**What Youll Be Doing**Reporting to the Manager IS Architecture, the Data Governance Specialist plays a pivotal role in defining data governance across Fidelity Investments Canada while creating and maintaining frameworks, standards, policies, artifacts, and procedures to support this. Passionate about data governance and data quality, the candidate must be an effective communicator with a good understanding of data analysis, data quality, data movement, business glossary, metadata, and data modeling. This role works closely with various teams to ensure data governance standards and best practices are being applied consistently across Fidelity Investments Canada.* Establish, implement, and document governance processes for managing data, and build organization awareness on key data topics.* Work with business and architecture teams to promote consistency, quality, integrity, and accessibility of shared data and information across the organization.* Build organization awareness on key data topics, including facilitation of the data steward and owner community.* Data governance and quality assessments on projects/programs.* Identify, analyze, and resolve data issues related to uniqueness, integrity, accuracy, consistency, and completeness to support business reporting requirements.* Business process mapping & risk identification.* Manage and maintain metadata repositories (data dictionary, business glossary) and data classification process (identification of sensitive data).* Develop materials and conduct training on data governance best practices and technologies.* Collaborate with stakeholders to identify opportunities to improve data accuracy and ensure that data owners are accountable for data quality.* Provide inputs on the design and development of data models for data warehousing, reporting, and analytics projects, contributing to successful completion of project deliverables.* Participate in project/team meetings and collaborate with stakeholders as appropriate.**What Were Looking For:*** University degree, preferably with a focus in IT, Business, or equivalent experience* Minimum 4-5 years of experience in data governance, including measuring/monitoring data quality, and recommending improvements in data* Minimum of 3-5 years of experience with business glossary and metadata management tools (e.g. EDC, Collibra), data quality tools (Informatica DQ) and business intelligence tools (e.g. Tableau, SAP Business Objects, Salesforce Einstein Analytics).* Financial Services industry experience, an asset.* Certified Data Management Professional from Dama International, an asset**Expertise You Bring:*** Experience and knowledge of data governance in a cross-functional environment of multiple data sources/repositories.* Ability to assess and recommend improvements in data management processes and tools to ensure requirements are met.* Enthusiasm for problem solving with a creative and resourceful approach to finding the right solution for the job.* Self-starter, ability to adapt and quickly develop in-depth technical understanding of new/different applications.* Solid communication (written and verbal) and organizational skills.* Expertise in data governance and data quality experience using industry standard tools.* Experience with Data Warehousing (SnowFlake), Data Lakes and SQL databases preferred.* Experience of data streaming using AWS Kinesis and Kafka, an asset.* Thorough experience on Cloud platforms, a strong asset.* Understanding of Data Warehouse and Data Marts concepts, ETL best practices.**Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact**We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. Thats why we offer a **competitive compensation package** designed to support your success todayand your financial well-being tomorrow.For this role, your total rewards include:* **Base Salary and Discretionary Performance Bonus**: A competitive annual range of **$105,000 to $123,000**, based on your experience and qualifications.* **RRSP Contribution**: After 6 months of employment, we invest in your future with an **RRSP contributionno employee matching required.**Were proud to offer a compensation package that aligns with **provincial pay transparency requirements**.This posting represents an **existing vacancy** within our organizationan opportunity to step into a role where your talents will make a meaningful difference.We use AI-enabled LinkedIn Hiring Assistant to support parts of our sourcing process. Every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our recruiters. If you choose to ask questions to the LinkedIn HR Hiring Assistant, please be mindful that the responses are not official and must be confirmed for accuracy and completeness by Fidelity. If you are selected for an interview, the recruiter who contacts you can best answer your questions.**Some of the ways well help you feel valued and supported as part of our team:*** Flexible working arrangements - 100% remote, hybrid, and in office options.* Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you.* Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, that include up to $6000 annually for mental health services and therapy.* Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks.* Up to $650 for home office equipment.* Generous time off policy, including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice.* Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups.* Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation.We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canadas Top 100 employers for the last five years. **Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer**Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans status, Aboriginal ative American status or any other legally-protected ground.**Accommodation during the application process**Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [email protected].**No telephone inquiries or agencies please. #J-18808-Ljbffr