Manager, Data Governance and Platform

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Scotiabank is seeking a Manager, Data Governance and Platform to advance governance, identify trusted data sources, and support platform modernization initiatives. You will bridge business, technology, and governance teams to enable trusted data products and informed decision-making.

The role focuses on data governance enablement, architecting trusted data flows, and supporting cross-functional delivery and executive communications across the Bank’s data programs.

Qualifications

• University degree and relevant education as listed above.
• 4–6 years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in data governance and platform modernization is preferred.
• Experience with governance artifacts, process documentation, and executive communications.
• Consulting experience is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Champion enterprise data governance initiatives with business and technology stakeholders.
• Identify trusted data sources, data flows, and system dependencies to support data architecture strategy.
• Support onboarding of data assets into governance processes, standards, and platforms.
• Support audit, risk, regulatory and compliance activities through governance artifacts and evidence tracking.
• Assist roadmap planning, implementation tracking, and delivery across transformation programs.
• Facilitate workshops and prepare materials for governance forums and leadership updates.

Skills

Data governance

Data architecture

Stakeholder engagement

Business analysis

Communication

Governance documentation

Education

University degree in Business, Information Management, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Databricks

Job description

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Title: Manager, Data Governance and Platform

Requisition ID: 277112
Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose

We are committed to investing in our employees and helping you continue your career at Scotiabank.

The Manager, Data Governance and Platform plays a critical role in GBM’s Data by advancing data governance, trusted source identification, and platform modernization initiatives. The role acts as a bridge between business, technology, and governance teams, driving stakeholder alignment, supporting strategic transformation programs, and enabling trusted, well-governed data products and platforms that improve decision-making and business outcomes.

Is this role right for you? In this role, you will:

Data Governance & Data Architecture Enablement

• Support enterprise data governance initiatives by partnering with business and technology stakeholders across the Bank to improve data management practices and governance outcomes.
• Identify, assess, and document Trusted Sources, data flows, and system dependencies to support Data Architecture Strategy and trusted data consumption.
• Support the onboarding of data assets, products, and use cases into enterprise governance processes, standards, and platforms.
• Support audit, risk, regulatory, and compliance-related activities through governance documentation, evidence management, and issue remediation tracking.

Platform Modernization & Data Product Support

• Support strategic platform modernization initiatives, including cloud and Databricks adoption programs.
• Analyze data flows, business processes, and system dependencies to identify opportunities for improved governance, controls, and platform optimization.
• Support roadmap planning, implementation tracking, and delivery activities across multiple transformation initiatives.

Business Analysis & Strategic Delivery

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
• Conduct impact assessments, stakeholder analyses, process reviews, and dependency assessments for strategic initiatives.
• Monitor and report on project milestones, key performance indicators, risks, issues, and remediation plans.
• Develop governance artifacts, process documentation, business cases, operating procedures, and executive presentations.
• Support cross-functional initiatives that advance the organization's data strategy and governance objectives.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• Facilitate workshops, working sessions, and discussions across business, technology, governance, and platform teams.
• Prepare materials and presentations for governance forums, steering committees, leadership updates, and executive stakeholders.
• Translate complex business and technical concepts into concise and actionable recommendations.
• Drive alignment across diverse stakeholder groups by effectively communicating priorities, dependencies, risks, and expected outcomes.

Education / Experience / Other Information

• Banking & Capital markets preferred
• University degree in Business, Information Management, Data Analytics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 4 - 6 years of relevant work experience
• Project and program management experience
• Ability to work independently and solve complex problems through collaboration
• Ability to increase operating efficiency and produce high-quality data deliverables
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Previous consulting experience highly desired

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto
Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.
At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. We thank all applicants for their interest in a career at Scotiabank; however, only those candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted.