Privacy Program Lead

Job description

About Fasken As a premier law firm with over 900 lawyers worldwide, Fasken is where excellence meets expertise. We are dedicated to shaping the future our clients want, precisely when it matters most. For more information, visit fasken.com . Role Summary: Fasken’s Information Security Office is seeking a senior, hands-on Privacy Program Lead to operationalize and mature the firm’s global privacy program. This role is responsible for executing privacy impact assessments, transfer risk assessments, and data protection reviews, translating regulatory and client privacy requirements into practical, enforceable controls across multiple jurisdictions including Canada, the United Kingdom, European Union and South Africa. They will partner closely with Legal, Security, IT and business stakeholders to ensure compliance, and efficient data handling practices. This role also supports responsible AI adoption by assessing privacy risks associated with AI systems and ensuring alignment with firm AI governance standard and regulatory expectations. Reporting into the Information Security Governance function and working in close collaboration with the Chief Privacy Officer, this role serves as the...