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Manager, Global Data Governance

Manulife and John Hancock Open
Toronto Full-time Manager Data Architecture & Governance

At a glance

Manager-level Data Architecture & Governance role at Manulife and John Hancock. Toronto · full-time · CA$129,400–CA$179,400 base.

SalaryStated by Manulife and John Hancock
CA$129,400 – CA$179,400
Base salary for this role, in CAD per year, as published in the posting.
This role, from Manulife and John HancockOur estimate for the market: CA$94,500–CA$135,000Median CA$117,000
Above the market median of CA$117,000 for mid-level data architecture & governance roles in Toronto.
Worked out from 35 postings that stated pay, median CA$117,000. Last updated Nov 6, 2026.
RoleData Architecture & Governance
SeniorityManager
LocationToronto
EmploymentFull-time
Base payCA$129,400–CA$179,400
PostedOct 28, 2026
Role brief

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What you'll do

  • Put global data governance policies, standards and frameworks into practice across business segments
  • Work with segment governance leads to revise standards as regulatory rules and business needs change
  • Guide segment teams on applying standards, checking compliance and interpreting governance KPIs
  • Track governance measures, spot risks and help teams address gaps and remediation needs
  • Prepare senior-leadership updates on adoption, shortfalls and recommended actions

What you bring

  • A bachelor’s degree in a quantitative, business, management or related discipline
  • At least three years of work in a data governance discipline
  • Practical knowledge of governance, data catalogues and metadata management, plus experience supporting AI-readiness work
  • Clear written and verbal communication

Who this fits

This manager role suits someone who can analyze governance information, advise domain stakeholders and guide segment teams. The position is based in Toronto and uses a hybrid working arrangement.

From the employer

The Manager, Global Data Governance actively work with stakeholders from business domain, understand their requirements and proactively perform descriptive & diagnostic analytics support directly to domain stakeholders to provide insights supporting day-to-day decision making. They will own and deliver analysis of moderate scope and manages assigned tasks on more complex projects.

Position Responsibilities:

  • Own and support the implementation of Global Data Governance policies, standards, and frameworks across all segments
  • Partner with segment data governance leadership to maintain, update, and evolve policies and standards in response to regulatory and business needs
  • Provide direction and guidance to segment data governance teams on standards adoption, compliance monitoring, and KPI interpretation
  • Monitor data governance metrics and KPIs, including progress tracking, risk identification, and remediation support
  • Prepare and deliver executive-ready updates for senior leadership on governance adoption, gaps, and recommendations

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a quantitative, business, management or related disciplines
  • 3+ years of applicable experience in data governance related discipline
  • Strong working knowledge of data governance, data catalogue, and metadata management concepts and tools.
  • Experience supporting initiatives related to AI readiness
  • Strong written and verbal communication skill

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with data visualization and BI tools
  • Ability to write and execute SQL queries to support analysis, validation, or governance reporting
  • Familiarity with AI model building in cloud environment

When you join our team:

  • We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
  • We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
  • As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.

Referenced Salary Location

Toronto, Ontario

Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$129,400.00 CAD - $179,400.00 CAD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact hr@manulife.com for the salary range for your location.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact hr@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

We use data and analytics technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), and automated processing tools, to analyze and process the information you provide to us or third parties in the application process. For more information, please refer to our personal information collection statement.

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