Legal and Privacy Manager

Heart & Stroke

Manage legal, privacy, and compliance operations for Heart & Stroke; enhancing risk management and stakeholder trust. Requires legal expertise and experience in privacy and data protection in Canada.

Posted 7/18/2026full-time🇨🇦 CanadaJuniorMid-Level💰 CA$95,000 - CA$115,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing privacy portfolios, ensuring compliance with privacy legislation, and providing legal advice on contract reviews. Proficient in enterprise risk management and skilled in negotiation and communication across various levels of an organization.

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Privacy And Data ProtectionContract NegotiationEnterprise Risk ManagementLegal ComplianceAnalytical And Critical Thinking

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Hard Skills

Privacy Legislation ComplianceContract ReviewData Handling ManagementRetention Policy ImplementationDigital Material ReviewPrivacy Breach ManagementTraining DeliveryProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsNegotiation Skills

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationInfluencing SkillsTeam PlayerProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft WordMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft PowerPointMS TeamsVirtual Communication Technologies

Certifications & Qualifications

Law Degree (LL.B. or J.D.)Called To The Ontario Bar AssociationMember In Good Standing With The Law Society Of Ontario

Industry Keywords

PIPEDACASLQuebec Law 25Privacy Portfolio ManagementCorporate FilingsCompliance Tracking

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and maintain a national privacy portfolio
Manage a consolidated database of personal information handling
Implement and maintain a national retention policy
Update public-facing national privacy policy and terms of use
Oversee internal privacy procedures and monitor third-party agreements
Manage privacy inquiries and complaints
Support handling of privacy breaches and ensure compliance
Review digital materials for compliance with privacy legislation
Deliver training sessions on privacy procedures
Monitor developments in legislation and industry standards
Support enterprise risk management processes
Provide legal advice on contract reviews
Negotiate contracts and represent the Foundation's interests
Assist with corporate filings and compliance tracking

Requirements

What you’ll need

Education: Law Degree (LL.B. or J.D.)
Called to the Ontario Bar Association and Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
2-4 years professional experience in a firm, private practice, or in-house environment
Experience in one or more of the following areas: Privacy and data protection (e.g., PIPEDA, CASL; Quebec Law 25), Commercial contracting, In-house or advisory roles supporting business stakeholders
Skills: Critical and analytical thinking, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Ability to influence and communicate effectively internally and externally at all levels, Positive, team player; motivated and proactive, Experience with enterprise risk management framework and processes, Strong analytical, drafting, influencing and negotiation skills, Capable of multi-tasking and managing multiple projects independently, Strong decision-making/problem solving ability with client focus, proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and virtual communication technologies (e.g., MS Teams)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous paid time-off package including vacation days, personal days, and wellness days
Paid company-wide closure between December 25 and January 1
Competitive health, medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life insurance
Disability benefits
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Defined contribution pension plan with employer matching
Flexible hybrid working model
Reimbursement for mobile phones and home office setup
Opportunities for professional development