Thomson Reuters
We are seeking an
Assistant General Counsel, Privacy
to join our General Counsel's Office. Reporting to the Chief Privacy Officer, this role presents an exciting opportunity to lead privacy compliance for Thomson Reuters globally, with a primary focus on Canadian and U.S. privacy laws and global cybersecurity regulations. The successful candidate will be a strategic legal advisor who navigates complex regulatory landscapes while enabling business growth and innovation through privacy‑by‑design principles.
About The Role In this opportunity as
Assistant General Counsel, Privacy , you will provide strategic legal counsel and operational leadership across all aspects of global privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
Strategic Legal Counsel & Program Leadership
Lead a team of attorneys and privacy professionals
Partner with executive leadership and business segments to integrate privacy considerations into business strategy and product development
Monitor evolving privacy laws and regulations globally, assessing organizational impact and translating legal requirements into business guidance and operational execution
Serve as subject matter expert on specialized legal issues unique to data privacy and cybersecurity
Privacy Program Management
Assist in the design, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of the Thomson Reuters Privacy Program, including drafting privacy policies and establishing governance frameworks
Conduct comprehensive privacy risk assessments for products, systems, and operations, providing risk‑mitigation counseling
Advise on privacy‑by‑design principles, review Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and conduct risk assessments for new products, services, and business initiatives
Assess privacy implications of AI, machine learning, and other emerging technologies
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with product teams, business lines, Information Security, Data & Analytics, and other internal functions to identify and address privacy risks
Lead and/or serve as subject matter expert for privacy due diligence and integration activities as part of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures
Develop and manage procedures for vetting and auditing vendors and third parties on privacy compliance requirements
Assist contracting teams in drafting, maintaining, and negotiating data protection agreements
Incident Response & Compliance
Provide legal counsel to cybersecurity teams during privacy incident investigations and breach response, ensuring investigations are conducted and documented appropriately to minimize risks, protect individual privacy, and fulfill legal obligations
Oversee consumer/data subject rights (DSR) request processes in collaboration with the Privacy Office
Support relationships with regulatory authorities during investigations or inquiries
Qualifications Education & Credentials
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. state (Canadian bar admission a plus)
Experience
10+ years of progressive privacy and data protection legal experience
International privacy experience, particularly with Canadian and U.S. privacy laws
Experience in fast‑paced, technology‑driven organizations
Proven track record advising on enterprise‑wide privacy programs
Experience with incident response and regulatory interactions
Background in management consulting or law firm advisory services preferred
Leadership & Skills
Strong people leadership experience with ability to build and develop teams
Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex legal terms into business requirements for diverse audiences
Strategic thinking with ability to provide practical, risk‑balanced counsel that enables business objectives
Deep understanding of global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, LGPD, etc.)
Knowledge of information security principles, cybersecurity laws, and data processing operations
Strong sense of urgency and results‑orientation
Proven ability to lead, motivate, influence, and guide cross‑functional teams and direct reports
Strong interpersonal skills, and fosters a culture of belonging that enables everyone to contribute to their full potential
Ethical, with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Demonstrates a commitment to the company’s vision, mission, and values
Preferred Qualifications
Professional privacy certification (CIPP/US, CIPP/C, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or equivalent)
Experience advising content‑driven AI companies
Experience managing privacy requirements as a service provider to various regulated entities (healthcare/HIPAA, financial services/GLBA, etc.)
Technical background in data architecture or cybersecurity
Compensation Base pay range: $154,000 – $286,000 (U.S. locations). This role may also be eligible for an annual bonus based on enterprise and individual performance.
Benefits
Hybrid Work Model: 2‑3 days a week in the office for office‑based roles, with flexible remote options up to 8 weeks per year.
Flexibility & Work‑Life Balance: Flex My Way policies, paid volunteer days, mental health days off, Headspace app, and more.
Career Development: Grow My Way programming, skills‑first approach, continuous learning, and leadership opportunities.
Industry Competitive Benefits: Flexible vacation, retirement savings with company match, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for wellness.
Cultural Excellence: Commitment to inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and strong corporate values.
Social Impact: Two paid volunteer days per year and participation in pro‑bono projects and ESG initiatives.
Overall Competitive Total Reward Program aligned with market and company strategy.
Equal Employment Opportunity To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug‑free workplace. We make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities, and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.
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Assistant General Counsel, Privacy
to join our General Counsel's Office. Reporting to the Chief Privacy Officer, this role presents an exciting opportunity to lead privacy compliance for Thomson Reuters globally, with a primary focus on Canadian and U.S. privacy laws and global cybersecurity regulations. The successful candidate will be a strategic legal advisor who navigates complex regulatory landscapes while enabling business growth and innovation through privacy‑by‑design principles.
About The Role In this opportunity as
Assistant General Counsel, Privacy , you will provide strategic legal counsel and operational leadership across all aspects of global privacy and cybersecurity compliance.
Strategic Legal Counsel & Program Leadership
Lead a team of attorneys and privacy professionals
Partner with executive leadership and business segments to integrate privacy considerations into business strategy and product development
Monitor evolving privacy laws and regulations globally, assessing organizational impact and translating legal requirements into business guidance and operational execution
Serve as subject matter expert on specialized legal issues unique to data privacy and cybersecurity
Privacy Program Management
Assist in the design, maintenance, and continuous enhancement of the Thomson Reuters Privacy Program, including drafting privacy policies and establishing governance frameworks
Conduct comprehensive privacy risk assessments for products, systems, and operations, providing risk‑mitigation counseling
Advise on privacy‑by‑design principles, review Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs), and conduct risk assessments for new products, services, and business initiatives
Assess privacy implications of AI, machine learning, and other emerging technologies
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Work closely with product teams, business lines, Information Security, Data & Analytics, and other internal functions to identify and address privacy risks
Lead and/or serve as subject matter expert for privacy due diligence and integration activities as part of mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures
Develop and manage procedures for vetting and auditing vendors and third parties on privacy compliance requirements
Assist contracting teams in drafting, maintaining, and negotiating data protection agreements
Incident Response & Compliance
Provide legal counsel to cybersecurity teams during privacy incident investigations and breach response, ensuring investigations are conducted and documented appropriately to minimize risks, protect individual privacy, and fulfill legal obligations
Oversee consumer/data subject rights (DSR) request processes in collaboration with the Privacy Office
Support relationships with regulatory authorities during investigations or inquiries
Qualifications Education & Credentials
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
Active bar admission in at least one U.S. state (Canadian bar admission a plus)
Experience
10+ years of progressive privacy and data protection legal experience
International privacy experience, particularly with Canadian and U.S. privacy laws
Experience in fast‑paced, technology‑driven organizations
Proven track record advising on enterprise‑wide privacy programs
Experience with incident response and regulatory interactions
Background in management consulting or law firm advisory services preferred
Leadership & Skills
Strong people leadership experience with ability to build and develop teams
Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex legal terms into business requirements for diverse audiences
Strategic thinking with ability to provide practical, risk‑balanced counsel that enables business objectives
Deep understanding of global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, PIPEDA, LGPD, etc.)
Knowledge of information security principles, cybersecurity laws, and data processing operations
Strong sense of urgency and results‑orientation
Proven ability to lead, motivate, influence, and guide cross‑functional teams and direct reports
Strong interpersonal skills, and fosters a culture of belonging that enables everyone to contribute to their full potential
Ethical, with the ability to handle confidential information with discretion
Demonstrates a commitment to the company’s vision, mission, and values
Preferred Qualifications
Professional privacy certification (CIPP/US, CIPP/C, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or equivalent)
Experience advising content‑driven AI companies
Experience managing privacy requirements as a service provider to various regulated entities (healthcare/HIPAA, financial services/GLBA, etc.)
Technical background in data architecture or cybersecurity
Compensation Base pay range: $154,000 – $286,000 (U.S. locations). This role may also be eligible for an annual bonus based on enterprise and individual performance.
Benefits
Hybrid Work Model: 2‑3 days a week in the office for office‑based roles, with flexible remote options up to 8 weeks per year.
Flexibility & Work‑Life Balance: Flex My Way policies, paid volunteer days, mental health days off, Headspace app, and more.
Career Development: Grow My Way programming, skills‑first approach, continuous learning, and leadership opportunities.
Industry Competitive Benefits: Flexible vacation, retirement savings with company match, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for wellness.
Cultural Excellence: Commitment to inclusion, belonging, flexibility, and strong corporate values.
Social Impact: Two paid volunteer days per year and participation in pro‑bono projects and ESG initiatives.
Overall Competitive Total Reward Program aligned with market and company strategy.
Equal Employment Opportunity To ensure we can do that, we seek talented, qualified employees in all our operations around the world regardless of race, color, sex/gender, including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under applicable law. Thomson Reuters is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer providing a drug‑free workplace. We make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities, including veterans with disabilities, and for sincerely held religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law.
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