Data Governance Consultant / Business Analyst

Leading Financial Institution Capital Markets Hybrid (3 days in office)

Our client is a premier Capital Markets group based in Canada, providing comprehensive credit, capital markets, investment banking, merchant banking and research services to clients globally.

We're seeking an experienced Data Governance Consultant / Business Analyst to lead data management activities for assigned Asset Classes and Data Domains. Reporting to the Data Governance & Transformation Lead, you'll coordinate business and technology stakeholders to implement data management frameworks across all activities.

Key Responsibilities

Data Governance Program Delivery:

• Lead delivery streams to bring priority datasets under governance
• Implement metadata management, data quality controls, and access management
• Organize working groups and manage stakeholder relationships across seniority levels
• Provide data expertise to support business decision-making

Data Management Thought Leadership:

• Lead strategy for specific data management expertise areas
• Provide expert guidance to the Data Team and wider stakeholders
• Collaborate with other divisions to define enterprise approaches

Qualifications & Skills

Essential Experience:

• Capital Markets Front Office experience, preferably in change initiatives
• Strong knowledge of trade/market data, OTC derivatives, risk management, and PnL
• Understanding of financial regulations (BCBS239, Dodd Frank, EMIR, MiFID)
• Experience with data management principles and practices
• Strong understanding of data structures and lifecycle

Professional Attributes:

• Ability to balance hands-on delivery with project coordination
• Team player who thrives in dynamic environments
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Self-starter who can work independently with high autonomy