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Senior Advisor, Data Risk Governance and Analysis

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Montréal, QC, CAN
Senior level
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Montréal, QC, CAN
Senior level
Advise stakeholders on data risk governance, management processes, controls, quality, availability, privacy, security, compliance, and responsible AI use. Analyze data-related risks using established frameworks and taxonomies, recommend mitigation measures, improve governance standards and assessment practices, and coordinate performance monitoring. Serve as a subject matter expert who supports risk assessment workshops, decision-making bodies, and cross-functional communication.
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As a Senior Advisor, Data Risk Governance and Analysis, you help assess data management processes to ensure data is used effectively and securely for the benefit of members and clients, in compliance with regulatory, privacy, confidentiality and security requirements. You help teams recognize and manage data as a strategic asset. You provide leadership to stakeholders by developing approaches adapted to a wide range of business needs and providing strategic guidance on complex issues during risk assessment workshops. You make recommendations on data use and compliance with applicable data governance frameworks for files that are highly complex from both an operational and conceptual standpoint and have a significant impact on the business sector. Your work requires extensive, in-depth knowledge of data governance and risk management. You serve as a data governance advisor and subject matter expert for a variety of stakeholders and as a key resource for decision-making bodies. You interact with many colleagues, partners and clients from a wide range of fields, to understand and communicate issues and influence decision-making. More specifically, you will be required to:

  • Analyze and assess data-related risks using established practices, frameworks and taxonomies
  • Help business sectors identify and implement appropriate risk mitigation measures
  • Help advance data risk management practices, especially in terms of data quality, availability, governance and the responsible use of data and AI
  • Advise teams on enhancing and applying data management processes and controls.
  • Enhance standards, processes, tools and best practices related to the foundations of data governance and risk assessment
  • Work with the second line of defence to apply risk assessment best practices
  • Coordinate, monitor and measure the performance of the standards and practices implemented in response to risk assessments, and communicate the results

What we offer*

  • Competitive salary and annual bonus
  • 4 weeks of flexible vacation starting in the first year
  • Defined benefit pension plan that provides predictable, stable income throughout retirement
  • Group insurance including telemedicine
  • Reimbursement of health and wellness expenses and telework equipment

* Benefits apply based on eligibility criteria.

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What you bring to the table 

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field
  • A minimum of six years of relevant experience
  • Please note that other combinations of qualifications and relevant experience may be considered
  • Experience working in an environment requiring rigour and autonomy
  • Knowledge of French is required
  • Knowledge of risk assessment processes and/or data management concepts
Interpersonal Savvy, Strategic mindset


Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility

At Desjardins, we believe in equity, diversity and inclusion. We're committed to welcoming, respecting and valuing people for who they are as individuals, learning from their differences, embracing their uniqueness, and providing a positive workplace for all. At Desjardins, we have zero tolerance for discrimination of any kind. We believe our teams should reflect the diversity of the members, clients and communities we serve.

If there's something we can do to help make the recruitment process or the job you're applying for more accessible, let us know. We can provide accommodations at any stage in the recruitment process. Just ask!

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Job Family

Data (FG)

Unposting Date

2026-08-31

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