Legal Counsel, Privacy Specialist

1 month ago

Kitchener, Ontario, Canada University of Waterloo Full time
Job Title: Legal Counsel, Privacy

The University of Waterloo is seeking a highly skilled Legal Counsel to join our team. As a key member of our Legal and Immigration Services department, you will provide expert legal advice and guidance to senior leaders, faculties, and administrative units across the institution.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide strategic legal guidance on privacy-related matters, including Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) compliance and risk management.
  • Develop and maintain processes, systems, and strategic direction for FIPPA responsibilities, including privacy review and response to complaints and breaches.
  • Collaborate with external counsel to provide advice on foreign laws impacting the University's operations and international partnerships.
  • Provide legal advice on commercial issues, including contract negotiation, drafting, and review, as well as administrative law principles related to internal administrative decision-making and processes.
  • 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.

The ideal candidate will possess strong critical thinking skills, excellent judgment, and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive issues. They will also have the ability to work independently and resourcefully, as well as collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to meet common objectives.

The University of Waterloo is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from qualified candidates who share our values and are passionate about providing exceptional legal advice and service to our community.

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