Privacy Consultant

Role Overview

• Provide privacy advisory services related to Canadian and international privacy laws and frameworks
• Understand, assess, and help address clients’ privacy challenges with practical, risk-based solutions.
• Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and privacy risk assessments for new and existing programs, technologies, and initiatives.
• Support clients with the design, implementation, and maintenance of privacy management programs, governance frameworks, and operating models.
• Advise on both organizational and technical aspects of privacy, including data lifecycle management (collection, use, disclosure, retention, and secure disposal of personal information).
• Design and implement privacy strategies tailored to Canadian federal and provincial requirements, with consideration of global obligations and best practices.
• Integrate privacy with adjacent domains such as AI governance, cybersecurity, enterprise risk management, and digital transformation to provide holistic client solutions.
• Draft, review, and update Privacy Impact Assessments
• Draft, review, and update privacy policies, procedures, notices, and supporting documentation.
• Develop practical guidance, tools, and templates tailored to client environments and privacy maturity levels.
• Support privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles in client initiatives, including digital health, research, and emerging technologies.
• Contribute to the innovation, development, and continuous improvement of PrivacyWorks methodologies, tools, and service offerings.
• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders through effective communication and delivery excellence.
• Work collaboratively with client stakeholders, including legal, IT, security, program leads, clinicians, and senior management.
• Translate complex privacy and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate progress, findings, and recommendations.
• Manage and contribute to multiple client engagements concurrently, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and to a high standard.
• Track project hours, timelines, and dependencies, proactively identifying and escalating risks or issues.
• Proactively support the planning and delivery of client work, ensuring consistent, high-quality outcomes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes, tools, and best practices.
• Coach, mentor, and support the development of team members by sharing knowledge and experience.
• Contribute to the growth of individual and team expertise in privacy, data protection, and emerging areas.
• Stay current with evolving regulatory, business, and economic trends impacting privacy.
• Strengthen internal collaboration and contribute to the growth and reputation of PrivacyWorks.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant industry-specific diploma in a related field (e.g., privacy, law, information management, public policy, or technology).
• Five (5) years related experience in privacy, data protection, risk management, or a related field
• CIPP/C certification
• Other additional designations are highly desirable (CIPM, CIPT, CIPP/EU, CIPP/US, CISSP, etc.)
• Formal change management or project management experience is an asset
• Artificial intelligence governance experience is an asset
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian Privacy legislation on a National and Provincial level.
• Proven ability to interpret legislation and regulation and apply to various contexts.
• Proven ability to translate complex privacy concepts for non-privacy audiences.
• Proven ability to successfully conduct Privacy Impact Assessments, including legislative interpretation and risk identification and analysis.
• Knowledge of International privacy laws, including GDPR.
• Demonstrated practical experience in supporting organizations implement comprehensive privacy and data protection programs, including privacy program development and management, policy drafting, developing Privacy Impact Assessments, and providing tailored privacy advice.
• Strong communication skills and ability to effectively liaise with various client stakeholders including legal, technical, executive, and administrative.

Tech Stack

• Cyber Security

Benefits

• Rapid career growth with high impact role
• Remote-first workplace (no more commuting!)
• Competitive salary
• Extended Health Benefits
• Annual Wellness Allowance
• …and more.