Get started on an exciting career at Element!
Element employees make a difference in the lives of others every day. We are re-defining the fleet management industry to be people first, then business – delivering on our promise of a superior client experience. This takes hard work and innovation, and we need more like-minded people on our team.
What We Need
We are looking for a Data Governance Lead to join Element Fleet Management. As the largest pure-play fleet manager in the world, we provide unmatched products, services, and solutions to our clients.
At Element, employees play a critical role in delivering value to customers and ensuring an exceptional client experience. We are committed to the success of our clients, employees, and investors by fostering a culture where every employee can make a difference!
Are You:
- A strong communicator with the ability to articulate technical issues clearly and concisely to a non-technical audience?
- A proactive and adaptable professional who thrives on collaboration and change?
As the Data Governance Lead, reporting to the VP, Data and Analytics, you will be responsible for advancing Element’s enterprise data governance strategy, delivering key initiatives to improve data quality and compliance, and enabling a data-driven culture through stewardship, training, and operational excellence.
A Day in the Life
- Drive Element’s Data Governance maturity framework to Gartner Level 4.
- Collaborate with Data Governance Council, business units, stewards, and custodians to identify risks, prioritize investments, and implement mitigation strategies.
- Lead the development and execution of strategic roadmaps, policies, and procedures for data governance.
- Mentor and train staff on data governance tools and processes to build organizational capability.
- Maintain enterprise dashboards with KPIs, initiative status, and risk mitigation tracking.
- Conduct research on regulatory compliance requirements and evolving DG tools and methodologies.
- Ensure accurate data definitions, quality controls, classification inventories, and governance metadata in platforms such as business glossaries and catalogs.
- Develop and deliver internal data literacy programs and training.
- Partner with business stakeholders to embed data governance best practices in project planning and operational activities.
- Support compliance assessments across Canadian, U.S., and Mexican regulatory environments.
Requirements
- 5–7 years of experience in the data industry, including 2+ years in Data Governance roles.
- Post-secondary education in Technology, Business Operations, or a related field.
Knowledge & Competencies
- Deep understanding of Data Governance frameworks, Data Quality principles, and industry standards.
- Experience with governance platforms (e.g., Collibra, Talend).
- Intermediate skills in SQL and Big Data platforms.
- Strong communication, business acumen, and ability to collaborate with senior stakeholders.
- Understanding of compliance frameworks and regulatory reporting.
- Comfortable working in cloud-based data environments.
- Familiarity with Power BI, SAP Business Objects, Atlassian tools (JIRA/Confluence), Python, and advanced SQL is a plus.
- Fleet management knowledge is an asset.
The hiring base salary range for this position is $99,200 - $136,400 annually. Actual compensation within this range will be dependent upon the individual’s knowledge, skills, experience, equity with other team members, and alignment with market data. Please note that the disclosed salary range is solely for candidates hired to perform work within this geographic location. Candidates hired to work in other locations will be subject to the pay range associated with that location.
What’s in it for You
- A culture of innovation, empowerment, decision-making, and accountability
- Comprehensive health and welfare benefits that serve the needs of you and your family and foster a culture of wellness (for qualified roles)
- Additional benefits and amenities, including paid time-off programs (vacation, sick leave, and holidays) (for qualified roles)
Applicants will be required to undergo a background check only if and after a conditional offer of employment has been extended.
Element Fleet Management and its wholly owned subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, Aboriginal/Native American status, protected veterans’ status or any other legally-protected factors. Disability-related accommodations during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to
talentacquisition@elementcorp.com
or call (800) 665-9744.