Senior Legal Counsel

4 weeks ago


Waterloo, Ontario, Canada University of Waterloo Full time

Job Summary

The University of Waterloo seeks a highly skilled Senior Legal Counsel to join its Legal and Immigration Services team. As a key member of the team, the successful candidate will provide expert legal advice and guidance to senior leaders, faculties, and administrative units across the institution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic legal guidance on complex matters, including privacy law and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) compliance.
  • Develop and maintain processes, systems, and strategic direction for FIPPA responsibilities.
  • Provide legal advice on commercial issues, including contract negotiation, drafting, and review.
  • Collaborate with external counsel to provide advice on foreign laws impacting the University's operations and international partnerships.
  • Support the development of precedents and workflow practices for routine matters to ensure efficient use of Legal and Immigration Services office resources.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Laws (or Juris Doctor or equivalent law degree) is required.
  • Licensed to practice law in Ontario and a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
  • Relevant professional designation from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) or other recognized professional body is an asset.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience practicing law and providing legal advice to complex organizations.
  • 3+ years of experience working with access to information and protection of privacy responding to access requests, privacy complaints, information breaches, and inquiries from the community.

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