Senior Counsel, Privacy

Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats right for our clients.

At CIBC we embrace your strengths and your ambitions so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.

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What youll be doing

As the Senior Counsel Privacy you will be responsible for advising on a wide range of privacy legal matters across the enterprise. Utilizing independent judgment good legal knowledge and a high level of professionalism you will proactively work with employees at all levels including executives to mitigate potential privacy legal risks. Youll be reporting to the Managing Counsel Privacy.

At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Currently youll have flexibility within a hybrid arrangement spending 23 days per week on-site and the remainder working remotely. Please note that this arrangement is subject to change and the number of on-site days may increase.

How youll succeed

• Legal Advice - Provide proactive responsive and innovative Canadian privacy legal advice on a wide range of issues related to privacy to mitigate potential privacy legal risks including those arising from new and emerging technologies new business initiatives transactions rights requests and privacy concerns. Where relevant advise on the intersection of privacy and AI human rights and employment matters.

• Strategic Privacy Regulatory Analysis - Keep apprised of developments in Canadian privacy legislation and case law and work proactively to identify legal issues that may have significant organizational implications and prepare practical recommendations to assist CIBC in addressing the identified issues.

• Relationship building - Collaborate with colleagues in the CIBC Legal Department to share legal knowledge and experience best practices and industry trends. Partner with functional groups such as the Privacy Office Communications Compliance and Risk in order to resolve legal and regulatory issues and provide subject matter expertise. Independently engage external legal counsel from approved counsel list and work closely with them to ensure efficiency cost-effectiveness and a solid work product.

Who you are

• You can demonstrate experience in providing Canadian privacy legal advice on complex issues and mitigating legal and reputational risk including risks associated with new and emerging experience gained at a bank a similar large organization (including tech or fintech) or a top tier law firm will be an asset. Experience advising on AI human rights and employment matters is also valued.

• You love to learn. Youre passionate about growing your knowledge especially in the rapidly evolving areas of privacy and technology and you know that there is no limit to what you can achieve

• You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. Youre confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way.

• You put our clients first. You engage with purpose to find the right solutions. You go the extra mile because its the right thing to do.

• Youre a certified professional. You have current accreditation and good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

• Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values - trust teamwork and accountability.

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What CIBC Offers

At CIBC your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential. We aspire to give you a career rather than just a paycheck.

• We work to recognize you in meaningful personalized ways including a competitive salary incentive pay banking benefits a benefits program* defined benefit pension plan* an employee share purchase plan a vacation offering wellbeing support and MomentMakers our social points-based recognition program.

• Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.

• We cultivate a culture where you can express your ambition through initiatives like Purpose Day; a paid day off dedicated for you to use to invest in your growth and development.

*Subject to plan and program terms and conditions

What you need to know

• CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation please contact

• CIBC is committed to clarity in our hiring process. All roles posted are opportunities were actively recruiting for unless stated otherwise.

• You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and where applicable must have a valid work or study permit.

• We may ask you to complete an attribute-based assessment and other skills test (such as simulation coding French proficiency).

• We use artificial intelligence tools during the recruitment process. Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you all that you have to offer and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.

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