Data Governance, Lead

Interac; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous vacation days and wellness

Employer-paid benefits

RRSP program

Flexible hybrid work model

24/7 EAP for you and family

Parental leave top-up

Charitable donation matching

Job summary

Interac Corp. in Canada seeks a Data Governance Lead to design, implement, and continually improve enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, and operating practices to support business objectives and regulatory requirements.

You will collaborate with analytics, technology, legal, risk, and business teams to embed governance, manage metadata, data lineage, and data quality initiatives, mentoring junior team members.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance/Management, Risk, or Compliance.
• Hands-on with data governance tools such as Alation, Collibra, Cyera, DQLabs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and operating practices.
• Establish and monitor KPIs/KRIs, delivering insights on maturity, compliance, data quality, and governance effectiveness.
• Oversee metadata management, data lineage, and data catalog capabilities to document and discover critical data assets and AI/ML models.
• Drive data quality initiatives with stakeholders to establish controls, monitor issues, and remediate root causes.
• Lead data retention and lifecycle management to meet legal, regulatory, privacy, and risk requirements.
• Partner with analytics, technology, legal, risk, compliance, and business teams to embed governance across projects.

Skills

Data governance

Analytical thinking

Communication

Stakeholder management

Education

University degree in Business Admin/Engineering/Info Mgmt

Tools

Alation

Collibra

Cyera

DQLabs

Job description

Who We Are:

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both — driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day — across both digital and physical environments. As the backbone of Canada’s financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada’s most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians.

Who You Will Work With:

The Data Governance, Lead role will report to the Leader, D&A Strategy and Advisory.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous enhancement of enterprise data governance frameworks, policies, standards, and operating practices to support business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Establish and monitor key performance and risk indicators, delivering insights and reporting that assess program maturity, compliance, data quality, and governance effectiveness.
• Oversee enterprise metadata management, data lineage, and data catalog capabilities to ensure critical data assets and AI/ML models are accurately documented, governed, and easily discoverable.
• Drive enterprise data quality initiatives by partnering with business and technical stakeholders to establish controls, monitor issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable remediation strategies.
• Lead data retention and lifecycle management activities, ensuring governance practices meet legal, regulatory, privacy, and risk management requirements.
• Partner with analytics, technology, legal, risk, compliance, and business teams to embed governance principles into projects, processes, and decision-making across the organization.
• Act as a trusted advisor on data governance, helping stakeholders balance business objectives with governance, compliance, and risk considerations.
• Champion organizational awareness and adoption of data governance through communication, education, change management, and stakeholder engagement initiatives.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, providing guidance, knowledge sharing, and developmental support to foster a high-performing and collaborative team environment.

What You Bring:

• University degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Information Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance, Data Management, Risk, or Compliance, with increasing responsibility.
• Hands-on experience with data governance or metadata management tools (e.g., Alation, DQLabs, Cyera, Collibra).
• Independent, self- driven
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to interpret complex data and governance requirements.
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Excel and MS Office.
• Ability to adapt to evolving business needs and drive continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of translating technical concepts for non-technical audiences.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and proactive, with a strong sense of ownership and accountability.
• Eligibility to work for Interac Corp. in Canada in a full-time capacity.

What We're Offering:

The hiring range for this position is $120,000 - $140,000, and you will also be eligible for our short-term incentive plan. The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge, but Interac’s commitment goes beyond compensation.

• Generous vacation and wellness days to help you recharge
• Comprehensive employer-paid benefits coverage for peace of mind
• Market-leading employer-funded RRSP program to invest in your future
• Flexible hybrid work model for better work-life balance
• Access to a free and confidential 24/7 employee & family assistance program to offer support for you and your immediate family
• Pregnancy and parental leave top-up to support growing families
• Charitable donation matching with United Way to amplify your impact

Why Join Us?

• Investing in the Future – Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.
• Innovative Thinking – Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what's possible.
• Inclusive Culture – Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
• Inspiring Community – Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.
• Intentional Support – Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Interac is also an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We believe that innovation thrives when people from different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives come together.

That's why we are committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities for all individuals, without discrimination based on race, color, ancestry, ethnic origin, place of origin, citizenship, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital or family status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require accommodation during any stage of the application or recruitment process, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will work with you to meet your needs.

About Interac Corp.

Interac empowers Canadians to transact digitally with confidence by providing payment and value exchange services. In helping to develop the future of money and data in Canada, security is the core of everything we do. We help keep Canadian customers safe and secure when transacting. With nearly 300 financial institutions connected to our network, Canadians choose Interac products over 20 million times a day on average to exchange money. Interac champions workplace culture, community, and corporate citizenship. We are proud to be one of Canada’s leading and most trusted financial brands.