Manager, Data Governance

Deloitte France; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mental health support benefits

Flexible benefit spending account

Deloitte Days

Development and Innovation Days

Flexible work arrangements

Hybrid work structure

Job summary

Deloitte Canada seeks a Manager, Data Governance to lead enterprise data governance within the Data Risk and Trust team. You will translate strategy into executable plans and coordinate cross-functional delivery across business and technology partners.

As English is required for national & global clients, the role emphasizes governance frameworks, stakeholder collaboration, and driving data governance adoption while delivering measurable outcomes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance, Information Governance, Records Management, Compliance, or a related field.
• PMP designation and/or strong background with program or project management.
• Experience managing enterprise programs, initiatives, and/or data governance processes.
• Strong understanding of Data Governance principles, frameworks, and operating models (e.g. DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, NIST, ISO).
• Experience facilitating discussions and building relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to influence and drive outcomes without direct authority.

Responsibilities

• Translate Data Governance Program strategy into executable plans, roadmaps, and delivery priorities.
• Coordinate intake, planning, and execution across multiple concurrent data governance program initiatives.
• Facilitate data governance forums, working groups, and decision-making sessions.
• Track progress, dependencies, risks, and outcomes.
• Partner with leadership to remove delivery friction and maintain momentum.
• Drive adoption by embedding data governance by design principles, standards, and controls into business processes and technology workflows.
• Support executive reporting and program metrics.

Skills

Data Governance

Information Governance

Records Management

Compliance

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Information/Data Management

Certifications: DCAM, DAMA, IAPP, ARMA, or AIIM

Tools

Microsoft Purview

M365

Informatica

Job description

Job Type:Permanent
Work Model:Hybrid
Reference code:133870
Primary Location:Toronto, ON
All Available Locations:Toronto, ON; Brossard, QC; Burlington, ON; Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Fredericton, NB; Halifax, NS; Kitchener, ON; Laval, QC; Moncton, NB; Montreal, QC; Ottawa, ON; Quebec City, QC; Regina, SK; Saint John, NB; Saskatoon, SK; St. John's, NL; Vancouver, BC; Victoria, BC; Winnipeg, MB

Our Purpose

At Deloitte, our Purpose is to make an impact that matters. We exist to inspire and help our people, organizations, communities, and countries to thrive by building a better future. Our work underpins a prosperous society where people can find meaning and opportunity. It builds consumer and business confidence, empowers organizations to find imaginative ways of deploying capital, enables fair, trusted, and functioning social and economic institutions, and allows our friends, families, and communities to enjoy the quality of life that comes with a sustainable future. And as the largest 100% Canadian-owned and operated professional services firm in our country, we are proud to work alongside our clients to make a positive impact for all Canadians.

By living our Purpose, we will make an impact that matters.

• Have many careers in one Firm.
• Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness.
• Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching

Want to help shape how data is governed, protected, and trusted across the enterprise?

What will your typical day look like?

Due to the nature of the role having interactions with National & Global clients, English is required for this position.

As the Manager, Data Governance, you will support the execution of the enterprise Data Governance program, translating strategic direction into coordinated delivery within the Data Risk & Trust team and key business and technology partners.

You will:

• Translate Data Governance Program strategy into executable plans, roadmaps, and delivery priorities
• Coordinate intake, planning, and execution across multiple concurrent data governance program initiatives
• Facilitate data governance forums, working groups, and decision-making sessions
• Track progress, dependencies, risks, and outcomes
• Partner with leadership to remove delivery friction and maintain momentum
• Drive adoption by embedding data governance by design principles, standards, and controls into business processes and technology workflows
• Support executive reporting and program metrics

This role will report to the Senior Manager, Data Governance within Data Risk and Trust.

About the team

This role is part of Deloitte's Data Risk and Trust team within the Regulatory, Quality, Risk & Reputation (RQRR) function. We are a diverse team of professionals specializing in AI governance, data governance, privacy and confidentiality, and information and records management. Together, we help ensure Deloitte's data is trusted, protected, discoverable, and ready to support innovation and informed decision-making.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

You are someone with these required skills:

• 5+ years of experience in Data Governance, Information Governance, Records Management, Compliance, or a related field
• PMP designation and/or strong background with program or project management
• Experience managing enterprise programs, initiatives, and/or data governance processes.
• Strong understanding of Data Governance principles, frameworks, and operating models. (e.g. DAMA-DMBOK, DCAM, NIST, ISO)
• Experience facilitating discussions and building relationships across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to influence and drive outcomes without direct authority.

It would be great for you to have some of these nice-to-haves as well:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Information/ Data Management, Data & Analytics, Information Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Library and Information Science, Technology Management, or a related field.
• Relevant certifications from recognized industry associations such as DCAM, DAMA, IAPP, ARMA, or AIIM.
• Experience with Microsoft Purview, M365, Informatica, or other related platforms.
• Understanding the intersection of data, records, content, knowledge, privacy, and AI governance and management
• Experience supporting organizational change and adoption initiatives.
• Experience operating within federated governance operating models

Total Rewards

The salary range for this position is $85,000 - $156,000, and individuals may be eligible to participate in our bonus program. Deloitte is fair and competitive when it comes to the salaries of our people. We regularly benchmark across a variety of positions, industries, sectors, targets, and levels. Our approach is grounded on recognizing people's unique strengths and contributions and rewarding the value that they deliver.
Our Total Rewards Package extends well beyond traditional compensation and benefit programs and is designed to recognize employee contributions, encourage personal wellness, and support firm growth. Along with a competitive base salary and variable pay opportunities, we offer a wide array of initiatives that differentiate us as a people-first organization. On top of our regular paid vacation days, some examples include:

• $4,000 per year for mental health support benefits
• $1,300 flexible benefit spending account
• firm-wide closures known as "Deloitte Days"
• dedicated days of for learning (known as Development and Innovation Days)
• flexible work arrangements and a hybrid work structure

Our promise to our people: Deloitte is where potential comes to life.

Be yourself, and more.

We are a group of talented people who want to learn, gain experience, and develop skills. Wherever you are in your career, we want you to advance.
You shape how we make impact.

Diverse perspectives and life experiences make us better. Whoever you are and wherever you’re from, we want you to feel like you belong here. We provide flexible working options to support you and how you can contribute.
Be the leader you want to be

Some guide teams, some change culture, some build essential expertise. We offer opportunities and experiences that support your continuing growth as a leader.
Have as many careers as you want.

The next step is yours

At Deloitte, we are all about doing business inclusively – that starts with having diverse colleagues of all abilities. Deloitte encourages applications from all qualified candidates who represent the full diversity of communities across Canada. This includes, but is not limited to, people with disabilities, candidates from Indigenous communities, and candidates from the Black community in support of living our values, creating a culture of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and our commitment to our AccessAbility Action Plan , Reconciliation Action Plan and the BlackNorth Initiative .

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