Senior Data Governance Leader (Contract OR Full-time)

Position: Senior Data Governance Leader (Contract OR Full-time)

Location: Toronto, ON
Type: Contract OR Full-time
Industry: Financial Services/Government
Experience Level: 20+ years

Environment: Remote/Hybrid

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Data Governance Specialist with a proven track record in driving operational excellence, implementing enterprise-wide data governance frameworks, and influencing business strategies across the financial and government sectors. This contract or fulltime role offers an exciting opportunity to lead transformative initiatives that enhance data quality, operational stability, and regulatory compliance.

As a seasoned leader, you will bring strategic vision, technical expertise, and exceptional collaboration skills to shape data governance strategies that deliver measurable business outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
  
• Develop and execute data governance strategies aligned with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
  
• Drive operational stability and enhance data quality to support business decision-making and ROI improvements.
  
• Performance Management
  
• Establish and track metrics to assess and improve data quality, operational performance, and governance effectiveness.
  
• Regulatory Compliance
  
• Collaborate with regulators and internal stakeholders to ensure adherence to compliance standards.
  
• Implement robust data controls to mitigate risks and avoid breaches.
  
• Collaboration and Mentorship
  
• Foster partnerships with senior leaders across business units to align data initiatives with organizational goals.
  
• Mentor and lead diverse teams to promote inclusivity and operational excellence.
  
• Business Acumen
  
• Align data governance strategies with financial management goals, including forecasting and performance optimization.
  

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership: Expertise in data governance, AI strategy, and operational data management.
  
• Performance Management: Metrics-driven approach to operational stability and data quality improvements.
  
• Collaboration: Skilled at fostering partnerships, challenging the status quo, and mentoring teams.
  
• Regulatory Expertise: Extensive experience with regulators and compliance frameworks.
  
• Business Acumen: Strong financial management skills and the ability to align data strategies with business goals.
  

Requirements

You bring a background that would fit under the following areas as a:

• Management Consultant: Advised on data and AI strategy for financial services, mitigating compliance and data risks.
  
• VP, Finance Data: Designed and implemented data governance frameworks for capital markets, reducing data incidents and improving quality.
  
• Head of Data: Led multi-regional teams and operationalized enterprise-wide data programs.
  
• Director of Data Governance: Authored bank-wide data policies and mobilized governance initiatives across the enterprise.
  
• Senior Manager: Delivered data strategies and optimized BI solutions for financial and government clients.
  

Qualifications

• 20+ years of experience in data governance, analytics delivery, and operational excellence.
  
• Strong understanding of data management frameworks, regulatory compliance, and data quality metrics.
  
• Demonstrated leadership and mentorship experience in complex, high-stakes environments.
  
• Proven ability to influence business strategies and foster collaboration across teams.
  
• Excellent communication, ethical leadership, and decision-making skills.