Program Manager, Data Governance
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 28, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 29, 2026. MNP scores B on the Alion truth index.
Inspirational, innovative and entrepreneurial - this is how we describe our empowered teams. Combine your passion with purpose and join a culture that is thriving in the face of change.
Make an impact with our Technology - Solution Delivery team as a Program Manager, Data Governance This diverse team of tech-savvy builders and problem solvers embraces digital transformation, and the possibilities technology brings to the future of our industry. We’re looking for team members who have a strong sense of ownership and drive, and who thrive on delivering high-quality solutions that are redefining the way MNP does business.
MNP is proudly Canadian. Providing business strategies and solutions, we are a leading national accounting, tax and business advisory firm in Canada. Entrepreneurial to our core, our talented team members transcend obstacles into opportunities and are successfully transforming mid-market business practices.
Responsibilities
- Lead the development, execution, and continuous evolution of the Firm's Data Governance strategy, roadmap, and priorities
- Drive governance initiatives and programs that strengthen data quality, ownership, lifecycle management, information protection, and AI readiness
- Provide recommendations to leadership and governance committees on emerging risks, opportunities, and governance decisions
- Establish success measures, monitor program outcomes, and manage risks, dependencies, and issue resolution across multiple initiatives
- Build strong partnerships across Service Lines, Regions, Resource Groups, IT, and business stakeholders to align governance practices with organizational objectives
- Act as a trusted advisor, influencing the adoption of sustainable data governance practices while balancing business needs and operational realities
- Collaborate with technical teams to support governance initiatives involving Microsoft 365, Purview, data classification, retention, reporting, and information management solutions
- Translate business requirements into actionable governance solutions and communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences
- Lead governance communications, stakeholder engagement, change management, and training initiatives to drive awareness and adoption
- Maintain governance documentation, policies, records, and reporting to support oversight, compliance, and continuous improvement
Skills and Experience
- 5+ years of experience leading governance, program management, business transformation, or strategic initiatives in a complex organization
- Strong project and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive results
- Demonstrated ability to influence leaders and build consensus across business and technical teams
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, business-focused recommendations
- Experience developing governance frameworks, policies, processes, or operating models
- Familiarity with data governance, information management, privacy, compliance, or information protection practices
- Experience supporting change management, communications, training, and adoption initiatives
- Knowledge of Microsoft 365, Microsoft Purview, or similar governance and information management technologies is considered an asset
MyRewards@MNP
With a focus on high-potential earnings, MNP is proud to offer customized rewards that support our unique culture and a balanced lifestyle to thrive at work and outside of the office. You will be rewarded with generous base pay, vacation time, 4 paid personal days, a group pension plan with 4% matching, voluntary savings products, bonus programs, flexible benefits, mental health resources, exclusive access to perks and discounts, professional development assistance, MNP University, a flexible ‘Dress For Your Day’ environment, firm sponsored social events and more!
Diversity@MNP
We embrace diversity as a core value and celebrate our differences. We believe each team member contributes unique gifts and amplifying their potential makes our business stronger. We encourage people with disabilities to apply!
Future/Current Opportunity: Current