Junior Lawyer
Contract (9 months with possibility of extension)
Job Band: 4
The Junior Lawyer will provide legal and privacy support for the General Counsel and Chief Privacy Officer. The Junior Lawyer is responsible for drafting and negotiation of legal documents, including contracts, memoranda and correspondence. Development of policy positions, organizing and expediting the flow of work of the General Counsel, contract management and the establishment of electronic databases for contracts. Initiating follow-up actions, carrying out administrative duties, such as executive filing and expenses & attending high-level meetings with the General Counsel. This role will also include, drafting privacy policies and processes, supporting staff engagement on privacy and security, development of best practices and education materials on privacy and security and developing knowledge management systems.
The individual must have demonstrated experience in health law, contract law, privacy compliance and technology law. The ideal candidate for this position is a junior lawyer with a strong and independent work ethic, exceptional research, writing, and problem-solving skills, and who is comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic, and technical workplace.
Reporting to the General Counsel & Chief Privacy Officer, the Junior Lawyer is responsible for:
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How to Apply:
Interested candidates are invited to apply online through our careers page. Applications will be considered up until June 3, 2024 at 4 pm.
For further information, visit our website at www.ontariomd.ca. We regret that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
OntarioMD is strongly committed to diversity within its community and welcomes applications from racialized persons/persons of colour, women, Indigenous People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas. In accordance with the AODA Act, accommodation will be provided throughout the recruitment process to applicants with disabilities.
We continue to encourage staff to follow the Public Health recommendations and stay up to date with their vaccinations.
OntarioMD has moved to a permanent hybrid work environment. As such, the individual in this position will be required to work a minimum number of days in our Toronto office. All recruiting activities including interview and new hire onboarding will be conducted remotely. While we are doing our best to ensure reasonable response times, please expect potential delays.
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