Strategic InfoSec Counsel & Practice Lead

iA Financial Group; Toronto; On-site; CAD 165,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible group insurance

Competitive pension plan

Share purchase plan

Vacation, wellness and personal days

Telemedicine

Employee and family assistance program

Ergonomic furniture program

Performance bonus

Discounts on iA products

Job summary

iA Financial Group seeks a Strategic Legal Counsel and Practice Lead for information security to guide decision‑making and advance the practice across Canada and the United States. You will collaborate with senior management, internal teams, and external counsel to protect data, privacy, and technology initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and staying ahead of regulatory developments while harmonizing Canadian and American approaches.

Qualifications

• Holds a law degree (LL.B.) and is a member in good standing of a provincial bar.
• Demonstrates strategic thinking and strong business acumen for complex legal matters.
• Experience in information security, cybersecurity, and privacy considerations within a large organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice on information security matters across the organization to guide key decisions.
• Lead and coordinate legal support on information security incidents, data protection, and related governance.
• Develop and improve policies, standards, and governance frameworks in information security and related tech practice areas.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Business acumen

Leadership

Information security

Cybersecurity

Regulatory watch

Education

LL.B. degree

Job description

iA Financial Group seeks a Strategic Legal Counsel and Practice Lead for information security to guide decision‑making and advance the practice across Canada and the United States. You will collaborate with senior management, internal teams, and external counsel to protect data, privacy, and technology initiatives.

The role emphasizes leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and staying ahead of regulatory developments while harmonizing Canadian and American approaches.