Data Governance Specialist

Job Description

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

This is a hybrid role with a mix of remote and in-office working

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, we’ve 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 we’re 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 you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best - both personally and professionally.

What You’ll Be Doing

Reporting to the Manager Data Governance, the Data Governance Specialist (MDM, Data Quality & Governance) plays a pivotal role in establishing, enhancing, and maintaining Master Data Management, Data Quality, and Data Governance practices across Fidelity Canada. The position supports enterprise master data standards, governance frameworks, data quality controls, business glossary, metadata, and data stewardship practices to improve the accuracy, consistency, completeness, and reliability of enterprise data. The Specialist will partner with business and technology teams to deliver reliable master data, strengthen accountability for critical data assets, and promote consistent application of data governance and data quality standards.

• Support implementation and expansion of MDM capabilities across key enterprise data domains, including Customer, Product, and Reference Data
• Define and document master data standards, business rules, ownership, stewardship responsibilities, and governance processes
• Support source-system onboarding, data profiling, mapping, validation, testing, implementation, and operational readiness
• Participate in record matching, merging, survivorship, hierarchy management, and golden-record processes
• Maintain master data definitions, metadata, reference data structures, hierarchies, and related documentation
• Identify, investigate, and coordinate resolution of master data issues with business and technology stakeholders
• Define and maintain data quality rules, thresholds, controls, and monitoring requirements with Data Owners and Data Stewards
• Profile data, analyze exceptions, perform root-cause analysis, and coordinate remediation through resolution
• Monitor MDM and data quality scorecards, trends, exceptions, and key performance indicators
• Support enterprise Data Governance frameworks, standards, policies, procedures, and controls
• Maintain business glossary terms, metadata, catalog content, Critical Data Elements, and lineage documentation using tools such as Ataccama
• Promote clear ownership, stewardship, accountability, audit readiness, and consistent governance adoption

What We’re Looking For

• University degree, preferably with a focus in IT, Business, or equivalent experience
• Minimum 4-5 years of experience in master data management, 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. Ataccama, EDC, Collibra), data quality tools (Ataccama, 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

• Working knowledge of MDM concepts and experience supporting master data standards, source onboarding, matching, golden records, hierarchies, or reference data
• Experience with data profiling, data quality rules, issue analysis, remediation, metadata, business glossary, stewardship, or lineage
• 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 master data management, 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

We use AI-enabled LinkedIn Hiring Assistant to support parts of our sourcing process as well as an AI screening tool that assists in screening and assessing applications. 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.

Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today—and your financial well-being tomorrow.

For this role, your total rewards include:

• Base Salary and Discretionary Performance Bonus: Total annual cash compensation (base salary plus target bonus) ranges from $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 contribution—no employee matching required.

We’re proud to offer a compensation package that aligns with provincial pay transparency requirements.

This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization—an opportunity to step into a role where your talents will make a meaningful difference.

Some of the ways we’ll help you feel valued and supported as part of our team

• Flexible working arrangements that vary based on role requirements
• 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 Canada’s 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/Native 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. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

Awards

• Canada's Top 100 Employers
o Greater Toronto's Top Employers
o Canada's Top Family-Friendly Employers
o Canada's Top Employers for Young People

• Great Place To Work® Certified
o Best Workplaces for Inclusion
o Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
o Best Workplaces for Today's Youth
o Best Workplaces for Women
o Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
o Best Workplaces in Ontario
o Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams

• LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada

• Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work
o HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program
o HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer

Designations
• Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified
• Benefits Canada's Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy
• TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
• Canadian HR Reporter's Most Innovative HR Team