Legal Counsel - Data, Privacy & Regulatory
$99,100–$132,100 year
HybridMississauga, Ontario, Canada
Job Summary
Provide legal counsel on data privacy, governance, AI, and regulatory matters across McKesson Canada. Advise on compliance with PIPEDA, Quebec Law 25, and other federal and provincial requirements. Partner with business leaders to develop data strategies that support objectives while protecting sensitive information. Support technology and digital transformation initiatives by identifying legal risks and developing practical solutions. Draft, review, and maintain policies, governance frameworks, and guidance related to privacy, data management, and regulatory compliance. Advise on privacy incidents, regulatory inquiries, access-to-information requests, and investigations. Monitor changes in legislation and provide proactive guidance to stakeholders. Deliver training and legal guidance to business and functional leaders on compliance requirements. This hybrid role requires on-site presence at least two days per week at the Mississauga office. The position offers a competitive base pay range of $99,100 to $132,100.
Required Qualifications
- Law degree from an accredited institution
- Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- 2-5 years of relevant legal experience in privacy, regulatory, technology, healthcare, or data governance matters, gained in-house, private practice, or a combination of both
- Demonstrated experience advising on privacy and data protection laws
- Knowledge of data governance, information management, and data strategy principles
- Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating legal documents, policies, and governance frameworks
- Ability to assess legal risk and provide practical, business-focused legal advice
- Excellent judgment, communication, project leadership, and collaboration skills
- Work on-site at least 2 days per week at our office in Mississauga
- The remaining days may be worked remotely, subject to team and business needs
Desired Qualifications
- Experience within healthcare, life sciences, pharmacy, retail healthcare, or other regulated industries
- Experience advising on AI governance, digital transformation, automation, or emerging technologies
- Familiarity with healthcare regulations, professional practice standards, and patient data considerations
- IAPP certification (CIPP/C, CIPM, CIPT, or equivalent)
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills within complex, matrixed organizations
- Experience supporting technology contracting and digital platform initiatives
- Bilingualism in English and French
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