Legal Counsel, Privacy and Data Protection
6 days ago
At KPMG, you'll join a team of diverse and dedicated problem solvers, connected by a common cause: turning insight into opportunity for clients and communities around the world.
Reporting to the Deputy General Counsel, Regulatory and Professional Compliance and Chief Privacy Officer, the Legal Counsel, Privacy and Data Protection is responsible for assisting in the development, implementation, management and monitoring of KPMG's privacy and data protection policies, processes and programs. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic, high-caliber in-house legal team in a thriving and progressive international organization.
What you will do
Perform privacy impact assessments for new technologies, applications, processes and service lines;Remediate and document data breaches;Negotiate the privacy and data protection components of client and supplier contracts;Prepare submissions in response to access to information consultations;Provide ongoing guidance to KPMG's client-facing business units and internal departments on matters related to privacy and data protection;Attend to the privacy and data protection aspects of internal and external audits, certifications and risk management reviews; andOversee external counsel as required.What you bring to the role
You have 2-5 years' experience in advising on privacy and data protection matters, preferably through a combination of law firm and in-house experience.You are knowledgeable in all Canadian federal and provincial privacy laws and regulations, as well as CASL and GDPR.You hold a degree in law, and are licensed to practice law in Canada. Certification as a privacy specialist, while not mandatory, is preferable. Keys to your success
Exceptional analytical, organizational and communication skills.Strong compliance mindset.Highly collaborative approach to policy and program development.Ability to propose creative, strategic and pragmatic solutions to resolve legal and business issues. Ability to manage multiple projects with high-quality and timely work product in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.Ability to build trust and create effective working relationships across business lines, and with internal and external stakeholders.Skilled and confident negotiator.Inquisitive and self-motivated, you work effectively individually and with a team.Providing you with the support you need to be at your best
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Our Values, The KPMG Way
Integrity, we do what is right | Excellence, we never stop learning and improving | Courage, we think and act boldly | Together, we respect each other and draw strength from our differences | For Better, we do what matters
KPMG in Canada is a proud equal opportunities employer and we are committed to creating a respectful, inclusive and barrier-free workplace that allows all of our people to reach their full potential. A diverse workforce is key to our success and we believe in bringing your whole self to work. We welcome all qualified candidates to apply and hope you will choose KPMG in Canada as your employer of choice. For more information about Inclusion, Diversity & Equity in Recruitment, please click here.
Adjustments and accommodations throughout the recruitment process
At KPMG, we strive for an inclusive recruitment process that allows all candidates to Come As You Are and Thrive with Us. We aim to provide a positive experience and are ready to offer adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best. Adjustments (an informal request), extra preparation time or the option for micro breaks during interviews, and accommodations (a formal request), accessible communication supports or technology aids are tailored to individual needs and role requirements.
To begin a confidential conversation about adjustments or accommodations at any point throughout the recruitment process, we encourage you to contact KPMG's Employee Relations Service team for support by emailing or by calling , Option 3.
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