We are looking for an experienced Privacy Consultant to join our team at PrivacyWorks Consulting. If you're a privacy industry professional looking to join a fast-growing company, we would love to hear from you.
In this role, you will work with clients across public and private sectors to help them design, implement, and operationalize privacy programs that are practical, compliant, and aligned with their business objectives. You will be involved in a wide range of privacy initiatives, from strategic advisory work to hands-on delivery, collaborating directly with clients, internal team members, and external stakeholders.
This role operates at the intersection of complex regulatory requirements, evolving technologies, and high‑stakes client environments, requiring the ability to navigate ambiguity, manage competing priorities, and deliver consistently under pressure. You will be expected to lead and contribute to multiple concurrent engagements, often involving nuanced legal interpretation, technical considerations, and organizational change, while maintaining a deep understanding of both Canadian and global privacy landscapes.
Success in this position demands strong judgment, adaptability, and the ability to translate complex privacy challenges into actionable strategies, all while building trusted client relationships and contributing to the continuous growth and maturity of PrivacyWorks' offerings and team.
What You'll Do
Privacy Advisory & Compliance
- Provide privacy advisory services related to Canadian and international privacy laws and frameworks
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Understand, assess, and help address clients' privacy challenges with practical, risk-based solutions.
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Conduct Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and privacy risk assessments for new and existing programs, technologies, and initiatives.
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Support clients with the design, implementation, and maintenance of privacy management programs, governance frameworks, and operating models.
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Advise on both organizational and technical aspects of privacy, including data lifecycle management (collection, use, disclosure, retention, and secure disposal of personal information).
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Design and implement privacy strategies tailored to Canadian federal and provincial requirements, with consideration of global obligations and best practices.
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Integrate privacy with adjacent domains such as AI governance, cybersecurity, enterprise risk management, and digital transformation to provide holistic client solutions.
Policy & Program Development
- Draft, review, and update Privacy Impact Assessments
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Draft, review, and update privacy policies, procedures, notices, and supporting documentation.
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Develop practical guidance, tools, and templates tailored to client environments and privacy maturity levels.
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Support privacy-by-design and privacy-by-default principles in client initiatives, including digital health, research, and emerging technologies.
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Contribute to the innovation, development, and continuous improvement of PrivacyWorks methodologies, tools, and service offerings.
Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients and stakeholders through effective communication and delivery excellence.
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Work collaboratively with client stakeholders, including legal, IT, security, program leads, clinicians, and senior management.
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Translate complex privacy and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable recommendations for both technical and non-technical audiences.
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Prepare reports, summaries, and presentations to communicate progress, findings, and recommendations.
Project Delivery & Coordination
- Manage and contribute to multiple client engagements concurrently, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and to a high standard.
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Track project hours, timelines, and dependencies, proactively identifying and escalating risks or issues.
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Proactively support the planning and delivery of client work, ensuring consistent, high-quality outcomes.
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Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes, tools, and best practices.
Team Development & Continuous Improvement
- Coach, mentor, and support the development of team members by sharing knowledge and experience.
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Contribute to the growth of individual and team expertise in privacy, data protection, and emerging areas.
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Stay current with evolving regulatory, business, and economic trends impacting privacy.
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Strengthen internal collaboration and contribute to the growth and reputation of PrivacyWorks
Employment Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or relevant industry-specific diploma in a related field (e.g., privacy, law, information management, public policy, or technology).
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Five (5) years related experience in privacy, data protection, risk management, or a related field
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CIPP/C certification
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Other additional designations are highly desirable (CIPM, CIPT, CIPP/EU, CIPP/US, CISSP, etc.)
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Formal change management or project management experience is an asset
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Artificial intelligence governance experience is an asset
Technical Skills
- In-depth knowledge of Canadian Privacy legislation on a National and Provincial level.
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Proven ability to interpret legislation and regulation and apply to various contexts.
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Proven ability to translate complex privacy concepts for non-privacy audiences.
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Proven ability to successfully conduct Privacy Impact Assessments, including legislative interpretation and risk identification and analysis.
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Knowledge of International privacy laws, including GDPR.
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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.
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Strong communication skills and ability to effectively liaise with various client stakeholders including legal, technical, executive, and administrative.
Core Competencies
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
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Strong technical abilities
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Demonstrated ability to adapt and work effectively in a changing environment.
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Knowledge of electronic information systems and information management processes.
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Ability to work independently to manage deadlines, prioritize tasks, and maintain high-quality deliverables.
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Ability to manage client relationships in a remote setting and work collaboratively with others to lead privacy projects, including defining project scope and meeting agreed-upon deliverables.
Demonstrated ability to manage personal time and project budgets effectively to ensure engagements are completed within allotted timelines and approved budgets.
The Perks
- Rapid career growth with high impact role
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Remote-first workplace (no more commuting!)
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Competitive salary
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Extended Health Benefits
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Annual Wellness Allowance
…and more.
