Privacy Office Legal Consultant

Beneva • Montreal, QC

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Privacy Office is seeking a temporary 12-month Legal Consultant to cover a maternity leave. This role is for an individual passionate about privacy, who wants to use their legal expertise to support an organization committed to the highest privacy standards. The successful candidate will join a dynamic team and contribute to strengthening the privacy culture at Beneva. The Privacy Office is looking for a meticulous legal consultant with strong analytical and synthesis skills and a collaborative spirit to support its activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law
• Member of the Barreau du Québec
• Minimum of five (5) years of relevant experience
• Good knowledge of applicable Canadian privacy legislation, specifically the Act respecting the protection of personal information in the private sector and the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act
• Excellent command of the French language, both oral and written
• Advanced command of the English language, both oral and written

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of the regulatory framework and business practices specific to the insurance and financial services industry

Responsibilities

• Assist the Chief Privacy Officer in their roles and responsibilities
• Analyze and process confidentiality incidents
• Participate in privacy impact assessments for acquisition, development, or redesign projects of information systems or electronic service delivery
• Issue legal opinions on matters related to personal information protection
• Accompany and advise business sectors in their projects and daily operations to ensure compliance with personal information protection requirements
• Accompany business sectors in processing access and rectification requests
• Respond to member requests related to the protection of their personal information
• Develop training, work tools, and conduct awareness workshops for business sectors regarding personal information protection
• Collaborate in the analysis of personal information protection risks and propose mitigation measures
• Represent Beneva on internal committees and industry committees
• Contribute to Beneva's legislative and regulatory monitoring in privacy matters
• Work on mandates or special projects related to personal information protection
• Participate in accountability to governance bodies

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Defined benefit pension plan
• Group insurance for you and your family
• Flexible schedule
• Vacation time
• Hybrid work mode (split time between office and home)
• Telemedicine service
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior