International Privacy Counsel and Data Protection Officer The Law & Governance team provides world-class, innovative solutions to the TELUS Digital group of companies ("TD"). We partner with colleagues across the organization to progress business priorities and deliver outstanding outcomes for the clients and communities we serve. As International Privacy Counsel and Data Protection Officer, you will focus on supporting our TD Privacy Office and our global lines of business. As a highly motivated individual who thrives in a fast-paced work environment, you will continue to enhance our strong, collaborative relationship with clients and partners globally and build effective relationships with members of the Sales and Operations teams on a global basis. Reporting to the General Counsel and Global Privacy Officer, Law & Governance, you will work directly with key members of the global business, and legal teams around the world on a variety of cutting edge projects including: privacy assessments, privacy compliance, auditing frameworks in relation to privacy laws worldwide, including GDPR and the Brazil General Data Protection Law and advise on privacy aspects of customer deals and corporate acquisitions. Responsibilities: Act as legal advisor and first point of contact for the company on privacy or data protection-related matters, with an emphasis on Asia and Africa. Provide support for privacy and data protection matters related to legal and commercial agreements. Draft and maintain data protection-related legal agreements, such as DPAs, TIAs, DPIAs, and company policies. Develop and maintain close relationships with business leaders by cultivating a deep understanding of their business and providing proactive, solution-oriented advice. Display the ability and commitment to work collaboratively and diplomatically with numerous people at all levels in a truly multicultural and global work environment. Demonstrate the ability, in a positive, commercial and practical manner, to identify, prioritize and resolve privacy issues quickly and effectively. Work with relevant business units to ensure our products and services are embedded with privacy-by-design. Interface with data protection authorities, and act as the designated data protection officer for the company in various jurisdictions. Requirements: Fluent in English. Qualified to practice law in any country, and in good standing. 5+ years practicing law, with a strong focus on data protection/privacy law ideally in the tech sector, with a mix of law firm and in-house experience is a plus. IAPP certification and experience with the digital advertising TrustArc privacy platform is a plus. Experience with global privacy laws, including European, European Brazilian and US law. Prior experience supporting cross- border transactions and comfortable managing outside counsel. Confident at engaging and interacting with sophisticated stakeholders, internally and externally. Noted for ability to examine and evaluate complex issues while demonstrating an ability to focus and articulate important points and effective solutions. Recognized for record of successfully managing multiple, concurrent customer transactions and delivering on commitments.
