Program Manager, Data Governance Transformation

Toronto, ON
Hybrid
Posted Oct 14, 2026
1 position

$70 / hour

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Employment type: Contract
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Professional degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Office presence: 3 days per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level
Application method: Direct apply is available

Job summary

Lead enterprise data governance programs, develop governance roadmaps and delivery plans, and coordinate cross-functional Agile teams. Manage stakeholders, risks, budgets, timelines, change and adoption activities, and report on governance metrics and value realization.

Job details

Program Manager, Data Governance (Enterprise Data Governance) 📍 Location: Toronto, ON (Hybrid - Onsite Tuesday to Thursday) 🕒 Duration: 12-Month Contract (Extension Possible) 💰 Pay Rate: Up to $70/hour T4 + 4% Vacation Pay 📅 Start Date: October 26, 2026 ⏰ Submission Deadline: October 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM EST About the Opportunity Our client is seeking an experienced Program Manager, Data Governance to lead enterprise-wide data governance transformation initiatives. This high-impact role will drive the adoption, maturity, and expansion of governance capabilities across the organization while partnering with senior business and technology leaders. This is an excellent opportunity to influence enterprise data strategy, governance operating models, and modernization initiatives using leading technologies including Databricks Unity Catalog, Microsoft Azure, Informatica IDMC, and Power BI. What You'll Be Doing Lead and manage enterprise Data Governance programs and strategic initiatives Develop and execute governance roadmaps, delivery plans, and adoption strategies Gather and document business requirements and translate them into actionable initiatives Create and prioritize epics, features, and user stories within Agile delivery frameworks Facilitate Agile ceremonies and coordinate cross-functional delivery teams Manage stakeholder relationships across business, technology, risk, compliance, privacy, and executive leadership Monitor project risks, dependencies, budgets, and timelines Prepare executive presentations, status reports, business cases, and governance updates Drive organizational change management, communications, training, and adoption activities Measure success through KPI tracking, governance maturity metrics, and value realization reporting Required Qualifications Must-Have Experience 8+ years of Program Management, Product Management, Data Governance, Data & Analytics, or Enterprise Technology delivery experience Strong Program or Product Management background with Agile delivery methodologies Proven Data Governance expertise including: Metadata Management Data Quality Data Lineage Data Access Controls Governance Frameworks Regulatory Compliance Experience working with enterprise data platforms and tools such as: Databricks Unity Catalog Microsoft Azure Informatica IDMC Power BI JIRA Strong business acumen with the ability to translate strategy into execution Preferred Qualifications Financial Services or highly regulated industry experience Experience developing governance operating models and business cases Agile, Scrum, PMP, Product Management, Data Governance, or Cloud Certifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, Technology, or a related field What Makes You Successful Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills Strong executive communication and presentation abilities Strategic mindset with exceptional problem-solving capabilities Ability to influence and collaborate across multiple business functions Experience driving organizational change and adoption initiatives Why Join? ✅ Lead enterprise-level Data Governance transformation initiatives ✅ Significant exposure to senior leadership and executive stakeholders ✅ Work with modern cloud and data governance technologies ✅ Drive strategic outcomes across business and technology teams ✅ Highly visible role with meaningful organizational impact Environment You will work within a collaborative, cross-functional environment partnering with: Business Stakeholders Data Governance Teams Technology & Engineering Teams Risk, Compliance, Privacy, and Audit Product Owners Executive Leadership External Vendors and Strategic Partners Interview Process Round 1: 30-minute interview (Virtual or In-Person) Round 2: 30-minute virtual interview Important Notes Candidates with a history of frequent job changes or significant employment gaps may not be considered. If you're passionate about building enterprise-scale Data Governance capabilities and driving meaningful business value through data, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today! Use AI for Hiring: Our recruitment process for this role includes the use of AI-based tools to help evaluate candidate qualifications and screen applications. Why Kelly? At Kelly®, we’re committed to finding rewarding opportunities that help you thrive—both professionally and personally. We partner with leading organizations across industries, connecting talented individuals to roles that fit their skills, interests, and goals. As part of the Kelly team, you’ll have access to a diverse network, ongoing career support, and resources to help you succeed. We value inclusion, respect, and work-life balance, and we offer competitive pay and benefits. Join us and discover what’s next for your career!

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Requirements

Requires 8 or more years of relevant program or product management, data governance, data and analytics, or enterprise technology delivery experience, along with expertise in governance disciplines and enterprise data platforms. Strong Agile delivery, stakeholder management, executive communication, and strategic execution skills are required; financial services experience and relevant certifications are preferred.