Associate - Privacy & Data Protection
0 Applicants · 2 Views
· Posted 4 days ago
Position Overview
Location:
Toronto, Canada 
Compensation:
C$14,000 - C$20,000/year
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Data Privacy Law
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
May 19, 2026
Job Description
Torys LLP is hiring an Associate for its Privacy & Data Protection practice at 79 Wellington Street West, Toronto. As Canada prepares to implement the Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA) to replace PIPEDA, you will advise major corporations on compliance with evolving Canadian privacy legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise clients on compliance with PIPEDA, Quebec's Law 25, and the forthcoming Consumer Privacy Protection Act (CPPA)
- Conduct privacy impact assessments and data mapping exercises for corporate clients
- Draft and review privacy policies, data processing agreements, and cross-border data transfer mechanisms
- Advise on data breach notification requirements under PIPEDA and provincial legislation
- Represent clients in Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) investigations and complaints
Requirements
- Called to the Bar in Ontario (LSO member)
- 3-5 years post-call experience in privacy, data protection, or technology law
- JD/LLB from a recognized law school; CIPP/C certification an asset
- Strong understanding of PIPEDA, CPPA, Quebec Law 25, and GDPR cross-border implications
- Excellent client advisory and stakeholder management skills
Responsibilities
PIPEDA/CPPA compliance, privacy assessments, data breach response, OPC investigations
Requirements
Ontario Bar, 3-5 years privacy/data PQE, CIPP/C an asset
Perks & Benefits
Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning
Compensation
C$14,000 - C$20,000/year
Practice Area
Data Privacy Law
Position
Mid
Applicant Location Requirements
Applicants must be located in: US
Application Contact
Contact: Torys LLP Hiring Team
Application Deadline
May 19, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
