Assistant General Counsel, Privacy

TRSS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal consultancy in Toronto is seeking an experienced legal professional to lead their global privacy compliance efforts. The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor and has over 10 years of experience in privacy law, with strong leadership skills. This position offers a hybrid work model, allowing flexibility and a healthy work-life balance. Join a team that champions inclusion and offers extensive career development opportunities.

Benefits

Flexible vacation

Mental health days

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive privacy and data protection legal experience.
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. state; Canadian bar admission is a plus.
• Strong people leadership experience with the ability to build and develop teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of attorneys and privacy professionals in global privacy compliance.
• Monitor evolving privacy laws and provide business guidance.
• Assist in the design and maintenance of the Privacy Program.

Skills

Privacy compliance leadership

Legal research

Team development

International privacy law knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Employer Industry: Legal and Regulatory Compliance

Why consider this job opportunity:

• Hybrid Work Model: Flexible working environment with 2-3 days a week in the office
• Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year
• Career Development and Growth: Continuous learning culture with resources to grow and thrive
• Industry Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive benefits including flexible vacation and mental health days
• Recognized Culture: Award-winning reputation for inclusion, belonging, and work-life balance
• Social Impact: Opportunities for paid volunteer days and involvement in community initiatives

What to Expect (Job Responsibilities):

• Lead a team of attorneys and privacy professionals in global privacy compliance
• Monitor evolving privacy laws and translate legal requirements into business guidance
• Assist in the design and maintenance of the employer's Privacy Program
• Provide legal counsel during privacy incident investigations and breach responses
• Collaborate with various internal functions to identify and address privacy risks

What is Required (Qualifications):

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. state (Canadian bar admission is a plus)
• 10+ years of progressive privacy and data protection legal experience
• International privacy experience, particularly with Canadian and U.S. privacy laws
• Strong people leadership experience with the ability to build and develop teams

How to Stand Out (Preferred Qualifications):

• Professional privacy certification (CIPP/US, CIPP/C, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or equivalent)
• Experience advising content-driven AI companies
• Experience managing privacy requirements as a service provider to regulated entities
• Technical background in data architecture or cybersecurity

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