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Independence Pet Holdings

Manages pet health brands and insurance

Data Governance Analyst

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/24/2026
$124.9k - $155k/yr
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About the job

Requirements
  • At least 8 years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, or a related discipline.
  • Hands-on experience implementing and administering data catalog platforms, including metadata management and catalog engineering.
  • Experience building and operationalizing a Data Stewardship Program from the ground up.
  • Strong knowledge of data governance principles, metadata management, data cataloging, data lineage, and stewardship best practices.
  • Experience supporting or administering Databricks Unity Catalog or similar governance platforms.
  • Familiarity with Master Data Management solutions and data quality management processes.
  • Experience working with privacy, consent, and compliance technologies such as Osano.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across Data Governance, Security, Engineering, Product, and business teams.
  • Familiarity with industry-standard data governance frameworks and governance operating models.
Responsibilities
  • Administer and support the enterprise Data Catalog in partnership with the Data Governance team.
  • Lead the data catalog roadmap, including metadata collection, asset onboarding, data classification, business glossary development, and data lineage documentation.
  • Support and administer Databricks Unity Catalog, including data asset registration, metadata management, access governance coordination, and catalog organization across data domains.
  • Partner with data owners, stewards, and engineering teams to improve data discoverability, governance adoption, and data management practices.
  • Design, implement, and lead the Data Stewardship Program in alignment with data catalog deployment and governance objectives.
  • Serve as the primary administrator and business liaison for Osano, managing platform enhancements, issue resolution, compliance requests, and vendor coordination.
  • Support Master Data Management platforms and governance processes, including stewardship workflows, data quality initiatives, and master data controls.
  • Monitor platform adoption, governance metrics, and usage trends, providing recommendations for process optimization and technology improvements.
  • Support data governance projects and strategic initiatives as needed.
  • Develop governance documentation, standards, and operational procedures that support scalable data management practices.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience measuring and reporting governance adoption, data quality, and operational metrics.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to translate technical concepts into business-friendly language.
  • Passion for improving data quality, governance maturity, and organizational data literacy.

About the company

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Independence Pet Holdings

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Independence Pet Holdings manages a portfolio of pet health brands and services across North America, including pet insurance, education, and lost-recovery services. Its core product is pet insurance offered through its own carrier and various brands, integrated with tools and services that support the pet parenting journey. The company differentiates itself by owning an insurance carrier and operating multiple brands in a vertically integrated, omni-channel model for a seamless customer experience. Its goal is to become a leading authority in the pet category by providing comprehensive, accessible pet health solutions that improve the well-being of pets and their owners.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2021

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What believers are saying

  • Vandana Venkat brought insurance discipline to IPG on February 24, 2026.
  • Michael Landsberger launched 24PetShelter on April 7, 2026, expanding shelter software revenue.
  • IPH still markets coverage for one million-plus pets, supporting scale and cross-sell.

What critics are saying

  • Leadership churn is high: Venkat in February 2026, Landsberger in March 2026.
  • Pet insurance commoditizes quickly if competitors undercut pricing through employer channels and vet clinics.
  • Underwriting losses or regulator rate caps in 2026-2027 can crush margins and funding appetite.

What makes Independence Pet Holdings unique

  • IPH combines insurance, underwriting, and pet-health services across North America.
  • Its portfolio spans AKC, Figo, ASPCA Pet Health Insurance, and PetPlace.
  • PetPlace adds microchip registration and shelter software, widening distribution beyond insurance.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Unlimited Paid Time Off
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Parental Leave
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program

Company News

PR Newswire
Mar 31st, 2026
Michael Landsberger named general manager of PetPlace following Pumpkin co-founder role

Independence Pet Holdings has appointed Michael Landsberger as General Manager of PetPlace, a digital platform providing pet health information and microchip registration services. Landsberger will lead the company's strategy and growth initiatives. Landsberger brings significant experience from the pet care sector, most recently serving as Chief Product & Growth Officer at Pumpkin. He co-founded Pumpkin in 2019, helping build it into a nationally recognised pet care brand before its acquisition. Independence Pet Holdings CEO Kirk Haggard cited Landsberger's expertise in digital consumer experiences and scaling products as key factors in the appointment. PetPlace provides expert-reviewed health guidance and operates one of the nation's most accessible microchip registration services for pet owners across North America.

PR Newswire
Feb 24th, 2026
Independence Pet Holdings appoints Vandana Venkat as president of Independence Pet Group

Independence Pet Holdings has appointed Vandana Venkat as President of Independence Pet Group. Venkat brings over 20 years of experience in insurance and financial services, having held senior positions at Argo Group, Clearcover and PURE Insurance, where she led underwriting, operations strategy and AI innovation. Earlier in her career, Venkat worked in product, pricing and risk management roles at Progressive, Kemper and Allianz/Fireman's Fund. She holds dual master's degrees in Industrial Engineering & Operations Research and Applied Mathematics from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign. Independence Pet Group oversees brands including AKC Pet Insurance, OnePack Plan by PetPartners, Figo and ASPCA Pet Health Insurance. Independence Pet Holdings, established in 2021, manages pet insurance services supporting over one million pets across the US and Canada.

Pet Insight
Aug 1st, 2025
Independence Pet Holdings Appoints Gary Levenbach as President and Chief Actuary of Independence American Insurance Company

Independence Pet Holdings, Inc. (IPH) announces the appointment of Gary Levenbach as President and Chief Actuary for its subsidiary, Independence American Insurance Company (IAIC).