Managing Director, Enterprise Data

Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pension plan in Ontario is seeking a Managing Director of Enterprise Data to lead strategic data management initiatives. This role involves establishing data governance, developing data architecture for AI/ML, and collaborating with senior business leaders across various functions. Candidates should have extensive leadership experience in data management and a background in financial services. The position offers a flexible work environment and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Comprehensive employer-paid benefits

Defined benefit pension plan

Flexible work environment

Competitive time off

Flexible Travel Program

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in enterprise data management.
• Proven track record in financial services or regulated industries.
• Deep understanding of data governance and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute enterprise-wide data strategies aligning with business needs.
• Establish data governance policies and metrics.
• Lead development of scalable data architecture for AI/ML readiness.

Skills

Leadership experience in enterprise data management

Implementation of large-scale data/technology solutions

Understanding of data governance practices

Financial services knowledge

Influencing senior leaders

Talent leadership

Education

Undergraduate degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The opportunity

The Managing Director, Enterprise Data is accountable for positioning data as a strategic asset for the enterprise by leading efforts to elevate the organization’s use, management and creation of value from data that is central to operation of OTPP’s businesses. This role defines and executes the enterprise-wide data strategy that enables business growth, enhances operational efficiency, supports regulatory compliance, and reduces risk. The leader will oversee the definition, delivery, and continuous improvement of enterprise data capabilities, including data management, data governance, architecture, platforms, and vendor strategy, ensuring the organization has a scalable, trusted, and future-ready foundation. As a senior member of the Technology Services leadership team, this role also contributes to the broader mandate of talent, culture, and innovation within the division.

Who you'll work with

Reporting to the Senior Managing Director, Technology Services, you will partner closely with the Business Technology heads to engage with Investments, Member Services, Risk, Compliance, and other corporate functions to align data initiatives with enterprise objectives. You will also interact regularly with senior leadership, internal governance groups, and external vendors to ensure alignment, compliance, and operational excellence.

What you'll do

• Define and execute enterprise-wide data strategies that align with current and future business needs, balancing innovation, risk management, and cost efficiency.
• Partner with Business Technology teams to align data initiatives with enterprise objectives and lead the development of a shared perspective and an integrated operating model for the delivery of incremental value to the organization.
• Establish and sustain a robust data governance operating model, policies, and metrics to ensure quality, security, and compliance.
• Direct the development of scalable enterprise data architecture to enable AI/ML and advanced analytics readiness.
• Oversee strategic management of vendors and enterprise-wide market data scouting, data sourcing, setting sourcing strategies and optimizing costs.
• Promote a culture of data-driven decision-making and ethical data use across the enterprise.
• Ensure alignment with Technology division engineering practices, standards, and enterprise architecture principles.
• Provide functional management for the full operating model from partner engagement, opportunity framing, managing external and internal data partners, data management, data engineering, data manufacturing and distribution along with driving mature governance practices.
• Build and develop world-class talent in data management and related disciplines, fostering diversity, inclusion, and professional growth.
• Lead and inspire a multi-disciplinary team (up to Director level) across governance, engineering, architecture, and vendor strategy.

What you'll need

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in enterprise data management, including 5+ years at senior leadership.
• Proven track record implementing and managing large-scale data/technology solutions in financial services or other regulated, data-intensive industries.
• Deep understanding of enterprise data management, operations, and governance practices, and familiarity with regulatory frameworks and emerging standards in privacy, ESG, and data ethics.
• Strong literacy in financial services and investment management, across public and private markets.
• Knowledge of AI/ML enablement, BI, and analytics platforms.
• Strong ability to influence senior business leaders and communicate complex concepts simply.
• Demonstrated success in talent leadership, including building, motivating, and developing senior professionals.
• Undergraduate degree required; Masters preferred.
• Background in vendor management and enterprise contract negotiations preferred.

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What we’re offering

• Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development
• Comprehensive employer paid benefits coverage
• Retirement income through a defined benefit pension plan
• The opportunity to invest back into the fund through our Deferred Incentive Program
• A flexible work environment combining in office collaboration and remote working
• Competitive time off
• Our Flexible Travel Program gives you the option to work abroad in another region/country for up to a month each year
• Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! You may be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application.

Accommodations are available upon request ([e-mail]) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

Candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.

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Functional Areas: Information Technology

Vacancy: Current

Requisition ID: 6811