Data Privacy Specialist

11 hours ago

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada PwC Canada Full-time

Senior Associate, FleX Resourcing - Business Enablement at PwC

Summary

We are seeking a Privacy Specialist with a legal background to work for one of our clients within the public sector. The ideal candidate will have experience working with companies that have a substantial data footprint and will be adept at both legal and operational tasks within a privacy office environment.

  • Develop and update privacy policies to ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
  • Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) to evaluate and mitigate data-related risks.
  • Review and negotiate contracts with a focus on privacy and data protection clauses.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement privacy initiatives and ensure ongoing compliance.

Education/Work Experience

  • Law degree a must
  • Legal background with experience in privacy and data protection.
  • Previous 3-5 years experience in a privacy office handling both legal and operational responsibilities.
  • Privacy operations experience with companies who have a multi-jurisdictional and mostly employee and investor related personal information risk profile / footprint.
  • Experience with laws like GDPR, Privacy Act, US CCPA, Hong Kong Privacy Ordinance is desired.

Technical Skills

  • Familiarity with data security technologies and practices.

Other Skills

  • Bilingual is an asset
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong analytical and communication skills.
  • Ability to communicate complex privacy concepts clearly and concisely.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Legal

Industries

Business Consulting and Services and Financial Services