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Job Summary
The Counsel, Privacy is responsible for advising on all legal questions relating to privacy and data protection law for CN's Canadian and U.S. operations. The role collaborates with internal clients on compliance programs and issues, provides recommendations to mitigate risks of privacy breaches, and develops and implements privacy policies and training.
Main Responsibilities
Privacy Law in Canada and the U.S.
Provide legal advice and guidance to internal clients on privacy and data protection matters
Provide legal advice on privacy impact assessments and recommendations to mitigate risks
Collaborate with internal teams to assess privacy and data protection risks and response in the event of complaints or incidents
Prepare responses to freedom of information and access to personal information requests
Draft, negotiate, and revise privacy and data protection provisions in agreements
Instruct external counsel in complex matters
Develop Policies and Training
Develop, implement, and refine privacy policies, procedures, and playbooks
Develop training and education to employees on privacy and data protection matters
Ensure Regulatory Compliance
Monitor and analyze developments in privacy and data protection laws and regulations and take proactive steps to ensure compliance
Working Conditions
The role has standard working conditions in an office environment with a regular workweek from Monday to Friday. The role is eligible to participate in CN's hybrid work policy of 3 days in office and 2 days remote. The role requires minimal travel (10%) within Canada and the U.S. Due to the nature of the role, the incumbent must be able to meet tight deadlines, handle pressure, and stress.
Requirements
Experience
Privacy and Data Protection Law
Minimum 5 years of experience with privacy and data protection law in Canada
Minimum 5 years of experience with privacy and data protection law in the U.S., including Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) as well as Illinois and other state privacy laws
Any experience for any of the above would be considered as an asset
Education/Certification/Designation
Juris Doctor or Equivalent from a recognized law school
Member of the Bar in a province or state where CN has substantial operations
Competencies
Collaborates with others and shares information
Communicates with impact
Demonstrates agility and drives change
Knows the business and stays current on industry needs
Applies critical thinking
Identifies potential safety and security risks
Technical Skills/Knowledge
Knowledge of privacy and data protection laws in Canada
Knowledge of legal regulatory environments in Canada and the U.S.
Knowledge of constitutional law
Knowledge of transportation regulations
Knowledge of privacy and data protection laws in the U.S.
Fluently bilingual, both written and verbal (English, French)
Any knowledge for any of the above would be considered as an asset
About CN
CN is a world-class transportation leader and trade-enabler. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. As the only railroad connecting Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the Southern tip of the U.S. through a 19,500 mile rail network, CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship. At CN, we work as ONE TEAM, focused on safety, sustainability and our customers, providing operational and supply chain excellence to deliver results.
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