Manager, Data Strategy & Governance, Deloitte Global Transformation

Date: May 11, 2025

Location: Multiple Locations, Greater To

Company: Deloitte

Job Type: Permanent

Work Model: Hybrid

Reference code: 128792

Primary Location: Toronto, ON

All Available Locations: Calgary, AB; Edmonton, AB; Halifax, NS; Kitchener, ON; Regina, SK; Toronto, ON

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
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Deloitte Global is the engine of the Deloitte network. Our professionals reach across disciplines and borders to develop and lead global initiatives. We deliver strategic programs and services that unite our organization.

What will your typical day look like?

The Data Strategy & Governance Manager role is a unique role that will drive immediate and global impact to establish the new Data Strategy & Governance Office (DSGO) at Deloitte Global.

Key responsibilities of the Data Strategy & Governance Manager include:

Co-develop DSGO strategy materials, data governance playbooks, policies, standards, and frameworks with stakeholders and maintain these documents
Facilitate the necessary decision forums, processes, and controls to enable the effective stewarding of data assets by partnering with global platform teams, technology teams, and internal functions
Drive continuous improvement efforts, monitor ongoing results, define process areas for review, and conduct benchmarking activities to ensure best in class results for data management leading practices
Team with global data stewards and other stakeholders to understand their needs, identify opportunities for standardization, identify and assess critical data sets, and share leading practices
Review, measure, and report on data quality on a regular cadence and provide oversight of programs that contribute to improving data quality
Partner with global technology and application teams to identify and integrate governance practices to effectively manage data capabilities such as master data, data classification, and the data lifecycle by collecting requirements, designing process flows, and recommending solutions
Lead all aspects of change management and training related to the rollout and ongoing activities of the DSGO
Foster an innovation mindset to explore and identify new methods to oversee our data assets using leading practices and emerging technologies

About the team

The DSGO is responsible for building an integrated strategy and operating model to effectively and consistently manage global data throughout its lifecycle to more effectively serve our clients, meet business objectives, and foster innovation. The team is leading various initiatives to develop a data strategy and establish consistent data governance and data management practices at Deloitte Global. The team reports to the Chief Transformation Officer.

Enough about us, let’s talk about you

Do you possess the following?

5+ years of experience in data governance, data strategy, and/or data management
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Strong working knowledge of data governance and data management processes, including master data management, metadata management, data quality, and/or data access
Ability to co-lead cross-functional data initiatives, such as data quality improvement, information access management, or data policy implementation.
Ability to navigate through new challenges and take the initiative to solve problems and remove roadblocks by thinking critically and being resourceful
Ability to gather business and technical requirements, identify gaps, conduct analysis, provide recommendations, and design solutions, programs, and processes with a focus on continuous improvement
Proven experience managing concurrent programs with multiple stakeholders using results-oriented approach, strong project management skills, and attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication, with experience building strong relationships with peers and leaders by building trust and credibility
Excellent collaborative skills with ability to exhibit flexibility as the environment and needs of the organization evolve
Familiarity with Informatica, SAP, and Salesforce would be an asset but not required

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, a $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.

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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.

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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.

We are uniquely able to offer you new challenges and roles – and prepare you for them. We bring together people with unique experiences and talents, and we are the place to develop a lasting network of friends, peers, and mentors.

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 ourAccessAbility Action Plan (https://www2.deloitte.com/ca/en/pages/public-sector/articles/accessability-action-plan.html) , Reconciliation Action Plan (https://www2.deloitte.com/content/dam/Deloitte/ca/Documents/public-sector/ca-rap-report-aoda-en.pdf) and the BlackNorth Initiative (https://www2.deloitte.com/ca/en/pages/about-deloitte/articles/black-in-canada-acknowledging-our-past.html) .

We encourage you to connect with us at accessiblecareers@deloitte.ca if you require an accommodation for the recruitment process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations) or indigenouscareers@deloitte.ca for any questions relating to careers for Indigenous peoples at Deloitte (First Nations, Inuit, Métis).

By applying to this job you will be assessed against the Deloitte Global Talent Standards. We’ve designed these standards to provide our clients with a consistent and exceptional Deloitte experience globally.

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Qualifications

5+ years of experience in data governance, data strategy, and/or data management
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Strong working knowledge of data governance and data management processes, including master data management, metadata management, data quality, and/or data access
Ability to co-lead cross-functional data initiatives, such as data quality improvement, information access management, or data policy implementation
Ability to navigate through new challenges and take the initiative to solve problems and remove roadblocks by thinking critically and being resourceful
Ability to gather business and technical requirements, identify gaps, conduct analysis, provide recommendations, and design solutions, programs, and processes with a focus on continuous improvement
Proven experience managing concurrent programs with multiple stakeholders using results-oriented approach, strong project management skills, and attention to detail
Effective verbal and written communication, with experience building strong relationships with peers and leaders by building trust and credibility
Excellent collaborative skills with ability to exhibit flexibility as the environment and needs of the organization evolve
Familiarity with Informatica, SAP, and Salesforce would be an asset but not required

Benefits

Enjoy flexible, proactive, and practical benefits that foster a culture of well-being and connectedness
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
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, a $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

Responsibilities

Learn from deep subject matter experts through mentoring and on the job coaching
The Data Strategy & Governance Manager role is a unique role that will drive immediate and global impact to establish the new Data Strategy & Governance Office (DSGO) at Deloitte Global
Key responsibilities of the Data Strategy & Governance Manager include:
Co-develop DSGO strategy materials, data governance playbooks, policies, standards, and frameworks with stakeholders and maintain these documents
Facilitate the necessary decision forums, processes, and controls to enable the effective stewarding of data assets by partnering with global platform teams, technology teams, and internal functions
Drive continuous improvement efforts, monitor ongoing results, define process areas for review, and conduct benchmarking activities to ensure best in class results for data management leading practices
Team with global data stewards and other stakeholders to understand their needs, identify opportunities for standardization, identify and assess critical data sets, and share leading practices
Review, measure, and report on data quality on a regular cadence and provide oversight of programs that contribute to improving data quality
Partner with global technology and application teams to identify and integrate governance practices to effectively manage data capabilities such as master data, data classification, and the data lifecycle by collecting requirements, designing process flows, and recommending solutions
Lead all aspects of change management and training related to the rollout and ongoing activities of the DSGO
Foster an innovation mindset to explore and identify new methods to oversee our data assets using leading practices and emerging technologies
The team is leading various initiatives to develop a data strategy and establish consistent data governance and data management practices at Deloitte Global
The team reports to the Chief Transformation Officer