legal counsel

Req Id: 429625Connection is everything. It drives us to innovate, explore, and stay close to what matters to us most. At Bell, we're building a more connected future through world-class networks, AI-powered solutions, and digital experiences that elevate how people live, work, and play every day. We believe in empowering people. That's why we equip our teams with cutting-edge technology, AI tools, and a collaborative environment that supports creativity and growth. Want to be part of a diverse team where your work makes a real impact? If you're inspired by innovation that advances how people connect and transforms what's possible, you belong on #TeamBell.Be part of protecting, securing and guiding Bell's vision for today and the future on the Legal and Regulatory teams. Your strategic advice, counsel and professional commitment will advance the corporate, legal and regulatory strategies that underpin Bell's industry leadership. At Bell, your credentials and real-world experience will secure the future for evolving digital connections and next generation services. The Role:We are seeking a decisive and commercially minded Senior Legal Counsel to play a central role in Bell's Privacy Team, advising on some of the most dynamic areas of law affecting Bell's business ? including digital advertising, consent management and data governance, and responsible AI. You will provide strategic counsel to senior business leaders across Bell Canada and its affiliated companies, advancing Bell's interests in the privacy, data protection and AI space and helping shape the direction of Bell's privacy program. Working from our Toronto office and reporting to the Assistant General Counsel, Legal & Regulatory, you will join a strong, collaborative team that values good judgement, creativity, and a practical approach to risk, supporting cross-functional initiatives across Bell's business units.Key ResponsibilitiesServing as a trusted advisor to key Bell business teams on privacy and responsible AI considerations, including advertising, media, and consumer-facing initiativesLeading key privacy initiatives and managing junior Privacy Team members, fostering their professional growth and overseeing their contributions Drafting and negotiating effective data protection and AI-related clauses in vendor, client, partner, and supplier agreements, including digital advertising agreements, data processing agreements, and data sharing arrangementsMonitoring and interpreting legal and regulatory developments in privacy and data protection across Canada, North America, and Europe, and translating changes into actionable guidance and updates to Bell's Privacy Policy and broader privacy programConducting privacy impact assessments (PIAs) and advising on "privacy by design" for Bell's technology solutions, including mitigation strategies and compliance actions, and developing a PIA risk library to support consistent and efficient privacy risk identification across Bell's business unitsCritical QualificationsMember in good standing of a Canadian provincial or territorial law society. At least 6 years of relevant privacy and data protection experience gained in private practice and/or in a relevant in-house role, with a particular focus on Canadian privacy legislation (including PIPEDA and Law 25), digital advertising frameworksDemonstrated experience with privacy impact assessments, consent management and data governance frameworks, and AI risk managementStrategic and detail-oriented thinker, with strong risk assessment, negotiation, and contract drafting abilitiesExceptional communication skills, with the confidence to influence stakeholders at all levels and simplify complex privacy and AI issues into practical guidance Proven ability to manage competing priorities, anticipate business needs, and perform effectively in a fast-paced, commercial environmentPreferred QualificationsBilingual (English and French)High level of proficiency with privacy managemen