Grade: L10
Referral Level: Level 3
Division: IGM-Technology
IGM Financial Inc. is one of Canada's leading diversified wealth and asset management companies with approximately $252 billion in total assets under management. The company provides a broad range of financial planning and investment management services to help more than two million Canadians meet their financial goals. Its activities are carried out principally through IG Wealth Management and Mackenzie Investments.
Under IGM Financial’s unique business model based on leading brands and multi-channel distribution strategy is Mackenzie Investments, founded in 1967. Mackenzie Investments is a holistic asset-management partner for thousands of Canadian financial advisors and the investors they support.
At Mackenzie Investments You Can Build Your Career with Confidence.
We have a vision and a strategy that will challenge the way business in this industry is done and help Canadians be successful in the ways that mean the most to them. As part of our team, you will do some of your best work, develop some of your most valuable skills and give back in ways that make a difference in the lives of Canadians. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for empowering our employees with the tools to thrive while working remotely, while also providing resources to ensure physical and mental wellness were put front and centre.
Join an unstoppable team that is embedded in continuous learning, understanding, and knowledge sharing. You will thrive in our supportive environment where you can indulge your curiosity to learn, while receiving the feedback you need to refine your skills and abilities. We are dedicated to offering a hybrid work environment when applicable.
Mackenzie Investments is a diverse workplace committed to doing business inclusively - this starts with having a representative workforce! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates that represent the diversity present across Canada – including racialized persons, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ community, gender diverse and neurodiverse individuals, as well as all who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.
Job Purpose: The AVP Data Technical Architecture is tasked with steering the technical architecture direction for the Data Office. This includes overseeing new technology investments, innovation, and the placement of data functionality across the organization. It also involves creation, maintenance and improvements to patterns used to develop all parts of the overall IGM Data Platform solution. The role involves close collaboration with Enterprise Architecture, IT Risk, and the various leaders within the IGM Data Office to define guiding principles, standards, and patterns for the Data Office across IGM.
Responsibilities:
Technology Alignment (15%): Align technology standards and best practices with business outcomes. This involves working closely with SVPs/EVPs to implement new technology capabilities and function placements. The role also requires staying updated with industry trends and anticipating advancements in technology.
Technical Solutions Oversight (40%): Oversee all technical solutions for the Data Office. This includes developing architecture standards for technology, reviewing all development designs for technical and engineering aspects, and approving solution architectures for the Data Office.
Technology Standards Setting (25%): Set technology standards for the Data Office in collaboration with Risk, Security, and Enterprise Architecture. This also involves software selection, managing the delivery methodology and enhancements, including educating and training resources across Technology.
Estimates & Resource Allocations (20%): Partner with Data Architecture to develop estimates for Data Office work and manage a team of approximately 3 Data Solution Architects.
Key Accountabilities:
Represent Data at the Architecture Review Board and associated Enterprise Architecture meetings/workshops
Work with Enterprise Architecture to ensure new data patterns adhere to enterprise design patterns and standards.
Engage with external partners to understand new and current technologies to
Ensure all designs and architectures developed by Data Office staff meet internal design standards.
Create and maintain Data Office related roadmap items to support ongoing evolution of the Data Platforms at IGM
Engage with senior business leaders and project stakeholders on strategic projects/initiatives
Ensure pragmatic Data Platform solutions balance architecture and delivery opportunities/necessities.
Identify technical debt within the Data Platform solutions and working with the CDO and other Data Office management ensure that these are addressed in a timely manner
Develop and support the growth of the Solution Architects, Developers, Analysts and Platform Specialists working in the Data Office
Please visit our career page by clicking on the following link: https://www.mackenzieinvestments.com/en/careers
We thank all applicants for their interest in Mackenzie Investments; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Mackenzie Investments is an accessible employer committed to providing a barrier free recruitment experience. If you require an accommodation or this information in an alternate format at any stage of the recruitment process, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team who will work with you to meet your needs.
Please apply by November 26, 2024.
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