Data Privacy Specialist

PwC Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Ottawa is seeking a Privacy Specialist with a legal background to join their team. This mid-senior level contract position focuses on developing privacy policies, conducting Privacy Impact Assessments, and reviewing contracts in compliance with relevant regulations. The ideal candidate has a law degree and experience in privacy operations within multi-jurisdictional environments. Strong analytical and communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in a privacy office handling legal and operational responsibilities.
• Experience with laws like GDPR, Privacy Act, US CCPA, Hong Kong Privacy Ordinance.
• Familiarity with data security technologies and practices.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update privacy policies for compliance.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) to mitigate data-related risks.
• Review and negotiate contracts focusing on privacy clauses.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Strong communication skills

Bilingual ability

Education

Law degree

Tools

Data security technologies

Job description

Senior Associate, FleX Resourcing - Business Enablement at PwC

Summary

We are seeking a Privacy Specialist with a legal background to work for one of our clients within the public sector. The ideal candidate will have experience working with companies that have a substantial data footprint and will be adept at both legal and operational tasks within a privacy office environment.

• Develop and update privacy policies to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) to evaluate and mitigate data-related risks.
• Review and negotiate contracts with a focus on privacy and data protection clauses.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement privacy initiatives and ensure ongoing compliance.

Education/Work Experience

• Law degree a must
• Legal background with experience in privacy and data protection.
• Previous 3-5 years experience in a privacy office handling both legal and operational responsibilities.
• Privacy operations experience with companies who have a multi-jurisdictional and mostly employee and investor related personal information risk profile / footprint.
• Experience with laws like GDPR, Privacy Act, US CCPA, Hong Kong Privacy Ordinance is desired.

Technical Skills

• Familiarity with data security technologies and practices.

Other Skills

• Bilingual is an asset
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex privacy concepts clearly and concisely.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Business Consulting and Services and Financial Services