Governance Program Manager, Extended Workforce, Risk and Compliance

Google; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Governance Program Manager to lead initiatives in risk and compliance for their extended workforce. This role involves developing governance frameworks, collaborating with various teams, and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in governance, risk management, and compliance, along with strong analytical skills. Join a diverse and inclusive environment that values your contributions and supports your professional growth while making a significant impact on the organization’s operational efficiency and compliance landscape.

Qualifications

• 7 years of experience in governance, risk management, or compliance.
• Experience developing and implementing governance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain governance frameworks aligned with laws and best practices.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively to drive program adoption.

Skills

Governance Principles

Risk Management

Compliance

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Governance Program Manager, Extended Workforce, Risk and Compliance

Company: Google

Location: Toronto, ON, Canada

Mid

Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 7 years of experience in governance, risk management, compliance, or a related area.
• Experience with governance principles and in developing and implementing governance frameworks and controls.
• Experience working with teams horizontally across multiple stakeholder groups.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CPA/CIA, Audit, Legal or related certification.
• Experience executing on large complex projects and initiatives on time and with quality.
• Experience with governance program management and breadth in analytics skills.
• Understanding of the current and evolving landscape of risk and regulatory compliance for technology companies.

About the Job

gTech's Extended Workforce Solutions (xWS) team empowers Product Areas (PAs) to optimize outsourced operations while reducing risks and driving efficiency through the enforcement of Google best practices and policies. We advocate for informed decision-making, ensuring our partners find the right talent in the right locations. Our collaboration across Google leads to streamlined processes, minimizing administrative burdens and optimizing the extended workforce (xW) experience. We ensure Google's policies and guidelines are consistently adhered to.

The xWS Risk & Compliance (R&C) team acts as a second line of defense, providing guidance and controls to manage risks, ensure regulatory compliance, and protect Google's reputation in its global extended workforce engagements.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and/or maintain comprehensive governance frameworks, policies and procedures aligned with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices to ensure consistency and effectiveness.
• Develop and deliver clear and concise communications regarding governance programs, policies, and procedures, driving socialization of the governance narrative. Act as R&C’s governance lead and liaison with other second and third line of defense partners.
• Effectively collaborate, communicate, educate and influence policy, process and control owners to improve process, drive program adoption, and achieve desired outcomes. Lead and manage governance-related projects and initiatives, while providing guidance and support on governance matters.
• Identify and implement process improvements across the extended workforce lifecycle, to enhance efficiency and effectiveness (i.e. operationalize and scale).
• Establish and monitor KPIs, analyze data, and generate reports to assess program effectiveness, identify trends, and provide data-driven insights.

Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law.

Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.