Canada Privacy Officer

RSM Canada Operations ULC; Toronto; Remote; CAD 113,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading professional services provider is seeking a Canada Privacy Officer to execute the Enterprise Privacy Program with a focus on compliance with Canadian privacy laws. The ideal candidate will possess a Juris Doctorate and have extensive experience in privacy law. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and is open to remote work across Canada.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Flexibility in schedule

Qualifications

• Active license in good standing to practice law.
• Demonstrable knowledge of Canadian domestic and global data privacy laws.
• Minimum 7 years as a practicing attorney.

Responsibilities

• Execute and align the Firm’s enterprise privacy program.
• Develop metrics for internal reporting.
• Champion privacy awareness and compliance.

Skills

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Juris Doctorate or equivalent

CIPP / CIPM CIPT or similar privacy certifications

Tools

OneTrust

Job description

Overview

We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally. Our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people drive an inclusive culture and talent experience, contributing to our ability to be compelling to our clients. Youll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. Theres no one like you and thats why theres nowhere like RSM.

The Canada Privacy Officer helps execute the Firm’s Enterprise Privacy Program with a primary focus on the Firm’s Canadian operations, reporting directly to the Deputy Enterprise Privacy Leader. The Canada Privacy Officer serves as the Firm’s subject matter expert on Canadian privacy matters and executes the Enterprise Privacy Program strategy within our Canadian operations to maintain demonstrable compliance. The Canada Privacy Officer will serve as the primary point of contact within the Privacy Office for routine matters regarding Canadian operations and privacy compliance, including privacy impact assessments, contracting questions, cross-border data transfer questions, and due diligence inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Enterprise Privacy Program Alignment & Execution: Primary responsibility for execution and alignment of the Firm’s enterprise privacy program within the Firm’s Canadian operations. Participates in the strategic evolution and implementation of the Enterprise Privacy Program within Canada and ensures quantifiable risk parameters are included within policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Enterprise Privacy Leader and Deputy Enterprise Privacy Leader to develop and maintain metrics for internal reporting.
• Serve as a strategic business advisor and partner to the Firm, developing close relationships and a deep understanding of the needs of our clients’ business and talent at all levels of the Firm.
• Create trainings, policies, standards, guidance documents and practice aids, and tailor enterprise privacy program materials to meet the needs of Canadian clients, talent, and other stakeholders.
• Provide pragmatic, business-minded advice on new product and service developments to expedite speed to market, accelerate digital velocity, and enhance digital experiences. Serve as the primary point of contact within the Privacy Office for routine matters involving Canadian privacy obligations.
• Monitor and evaluate new and existing Canadian, U.S., and global privacy laws and obligations, as well as industry best practices; serve as a trusted business advisor to RSM. Participate in the execution of strategic priorities relative to new and existing privacy laws and obligations.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to foster a culture of privacy awareness and compliance. Support and champion the Privacy by Design program.
• Operationalize lawful cross-border data transfers of Canadian data, including assessment of legal bases and instruments for such transfers and related certifications.
• Provide support on internal investigations into potential violations or non-conformities with applicable privacy laws, standards, and policies, and recommend remediations.
• Champion and support governance, compliance, and risk management programs in adjacent areas.
• Assist with maintenance and implementation of privacy governance, risk, and compliance programs and privacy-enhancing technologies.
• Support other aspects of the enterprise privacy program as needed.

Administrative Duties

Develops reports and dashboards for key performance indicators.

Incident Response

Address potential privacy incident response(s) for routine matters involving Canadian personal data, including establishing reasonable measures to prevent recurrence.

Other duties

Other duties as assigned.

Education / Certifications

• Bachelors Degree Required
• Juris Doctorate or equivalent Required
• CIPP / CIPM CIPT or similar privacy certifications Preferred

Experience

• Active license in good standing to practice law Required
• Ability to effectuate change at all levels of the Firm Required
• Demonstrable knowledge of Canadian domestic and global data privacy laws and regulations Required
• Minimum 7 years as a practicing attorney Preferred
• Experience with building a global privacy program Preferred
• Experience with OneTrust or other privacy related software Preferred
• Experience with domestic and international privacy incident response Preferred

Technical Skills

• Excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills Required
• Ability to influence change and champion all privacy initiatives within the Firm Required
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and interpersonal communication skills Required
• Strong analytical, legal, and problem-solving skills Required
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others Required
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion Required
• Able to work under pressure and manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Leadership Skills

• Exceptional business and legal judgement with the ability to think strategically and give practical advice by balancing business needs with legal risk Required
• Strong managerial, communications, analytical, organizational, project management, and planning skills (required)

Note: This is a remote opportunity open to Canada.

At RSM we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package and provide flexibility in your schedule to balance life’s demands while serving clients. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race, color, creed, sex, gender, national origin, age, disability, or other protected characteristics as required by applicable law. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment.

Compensation Range: $113000 - $170000. Individuals selected for this role will be eligible for a discretionary bonus based on firm and individual performance.

Employment Type: Full-Time