Data Protection Specialist

Fidelity Canada; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 79,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Comprehensive health benefits

Parental leave top-up

Home office equipment stipend

Generous time off

Diversity & inclusion programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Fidelity Canada is seeking a Data Protection Specialist to lead privacy initiatives and ensure regulatory compliance across the organization. You will collaborate with business and technology teams to implement and monitor data protection controls while driving continuous improvement of the privacy program.

This role emphasizes strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and the ability to manage multiple privacy projects with attention to detail in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience in data privacy, data protection, information risk management, or a related field.
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Economics or Mathematics or equivalent working experience.
• Experience recommending and implementing privacy operating controls.
• Hands-on experience conducting PIAs and managing remediation activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with strong attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining tracking tools, inventories, reports, and compliance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct privacy reviews and assessments for projects, systems, and business processes involving personal data.
• Lead Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and identify appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Recommend, implement, and monitor data protection controls and remediation activities.
• Maintain privacy risk, control, and assessment inventories, ensuring audit-ready documentation.
• Collaborate with Technology, Security, Risk, Compliance, and Legal teams on privacy requirements and controls.
• Support compliance with privacy regulations, internal policies, and ethical data use standards.
• Assist in the investigation, tracking, and remediation of privacy incidents and breaches.
• Develop and maintain privacy metrics, dashboards, scorecards, and management reporting.
• Deliver privacy awareness, training, and communication initiatives across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement of the organization’s privacy and data protection program.

Skills

Data privacy

PIA experience

Privacy controls

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Risk assessment

Education

CS/SE/Economics/Math degree

Job description

Job Description

Data Protection Specialist

You will be working on a flexible hybrid schedule as part of Fidelity’s dynamic working arrangement.

The work location for this role is 483 Bay Street in Toronto until approximately late 2026, when the work location will change to the new Mississauga office at 3 Robert Speck Parkway.

Current work authorization for Canada is required for all openings.

Who We Are

At Fidelity, we’ve been helping Canadian investors build better financial futures for over 35 years. We offer individuals and institutions a range of trusted investment portfolios and services - and we’re constantly seeking to find new and better ways to help our clients. As a privately owned company, we boldly embrace innovation in all areas as we continue to grow our business into the future.
Working with us means you’ll be part of a diverse and dedicated group of people who make a real difference for our clients and communities every day. You’ll have a wide range of opportunities to grow and develop your career in an inclusive environment where you’ll feel valued and supported to be your best – both personally and professionally.

What You’ll Do

The Data Protection Specialist plays a subject matter expert role within the Data Protection Office (DPO), responsible for leading execution and enhancement of data protection and privacy practices across Fidelity Canada. This role builds on strong analytical foundations to independently manage complex privacy initiatives, provide subject matter expertise, and drive continuous improvement of data protection controls.
The Specialist acts as a key advisor to business and technology teams, ensuring that personal data is handled in compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards, while proactively identifying and mitigating privacy risks.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct privacy reviews and assessments for projects, systems, and business processes involving personal data.
• Lead Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and identify appropriate risk mitigation measures.
• Recommend, implement, and monitor data protection controls and remediation activities.
• Maintain privacy risk, control, and assessment inventories, ensuring audit-ready documentation.
• Collaborate with Technology, Security, Risk, Compliance, and Legal teams on privacy requirements and controls.
• Support compliance with privacy regulations, internal policies, and ethical data use standards.
• Assist in the investigation, tracking, and remediation of privacy incidents and breaches.
• Develop and maintain privacy metrics, dashboards, scorecards, and management reporting.
• Deliver privacy awareness, training, and communication initiatives across the organization.
• Drive continuous improvement of the organization’s privacy and data protection program.

What We Are Looking For

• 1+ year of experience in data privacy, data protection, information risk management, or a related field.
• Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Economics or Mathematics or equivalent working experience.
• Experience recommending and implementing privacy operating controls.
• Hands-on experience conducting PIAs and managing remediation activities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects with strong attention to detail.
• Experience maintaining tracking tools, inventories, reports, and compliance documentation.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience working with business and technology stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Data Governance, Data Management, cybersecurity, or information security is an asset.
• Professional data privacy certifications (e.g., CIPP, CIPM, CIPT) are an asset

The Expertise You Bring

• Strong practical knowledge of Data Protection principles and Privacy Impact Assessment processes and tools
• Able to work and develop practical solutions under pressure
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Good interpersonal and collaborative skills
• Knowledge of financial services, products, processes, and industry is an asset
• Works independently from time to time and regularly handles non-routine situation
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems
• Solid understanding of data flows, technological environments, and operational processes

Total Rewards That Reflect Your Impact

We believe exceptional work deserves exceptional recognition. That’s why we offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your success today—and your financial well-being tomorrow.
For this role, your total rewards include:

• Base Salary and Discretionary Performance Bonus: Total annual cash compensation (base salary plus target bonus) ranges from $79,000 to $113,000, based on your experience and qualifications.
• RRSP Contribution: After 6 months of employment, we invest in your future with an RRSP contribution—no employee matching required.

We’re proud to offer a compensation package that aligns with provincial pay transparency requirements.
This posting represents an existing vacancy within our organization—an opportunity to step into a role where your talents will make a meaningful difference.

We use AI-enabled LinkedIn Hiring Assistant to support parts of our sourcing process. Every hiring decision is reviewed and finalized by our recruiters. If you choose to ask questions to the LinkedIn HR Hiring Assistant, please be mindful that the responses are not official and must be confirmed for accuracy and completeness by Fidelity. If you are selected for an interview, the recruiter who contacts you can best answer your questions.

Some of the ways we’ll help you feel valued and supported as part of our team.

• Flexible working arrangements - 100% remote, hybrid, and in office options
• Competitive total compensation, including company contributions to your group RRSP without a matching requirement from you
• Comprehensive health benefits that start on your first day, with 100% employer-paid premiums, that include up to $5000 annually for mental health services and therapy
• Parental leave top-up to 100% of your salary for a period of 25 weeks
• Up to $650 for home office equipment
• Generous time off policy, including 2 paid days annually to volunteer at a charity of your choice
• Diversity and inclusion programs, including an active network of Employee Resource Groups
• Extensive professional development opportunities, including access to over 11,000 training and development courses, tuition reimbursement, and monetary rewards for completing a required designation

We care a lot about fostering a compassionate, people-centric culture, and are proud to have been named one of Canada’s Top 100 employers for the last five years.

Fidelity Canada is an equal opportunity employer

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected ground.

Fidelity Canada is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We will consider all qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, family status, protected veterans’ status, Aboriginal/Native American status or any other legally protected ground.

Accommodation during the application process

Fidelity Canada welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require an accommodation, please email us at [e-mail].

No telephone inquiries or agencies please. We thank all applicants for their interest, please be advised that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Why Work at Fidelity?

We are proud to be recipients of the following:

• Canada’s Top 100 Employers
• Greater Toronto’s Top Employers
• Canada’s Top Family-Friendly Employers
• Canada’s Top Employers for Young People
• Great Place To Work® Certified
  • Best Workplaces for Inclusion
  • Best Workplaces for Mental Wellness
  • Best Workplaces for Today’s Youth
  • Best Workplaces for Women
  • Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance
  • Best Workplaces in Ontario
  • Best Workplaces with Most Trusted Executive Teams
• LinkedIn Top Companies in Canada
• Human Resource Director (HRD) - Best Place To Work
  • HRD - 5-Star Benefit Program
  • HRD - 5-Star Diversity & Inclusion Employer
• Designations
  • Canadian Compassionate Companies – Certified
  • Benefits Canada’s Workplace Benefits Award - Future of Work Strategy
  • TalentEgg National Recruitment Excellence Award - Special Award for Diversity & Inclusion in Recruiting
  • Canadian HR Reporter’s Most Innovative HR Team