Job Description
Job Summary
Job Description
As Senior Counsel, you will support the Global Business Services Law team in achieving the strategic priorities and operational performance goals of the Law Group. Reporting directly to the Assistant General Counsel, Data & AI, Privacy & Cybersecurity, you will provide legal services across the enterprise, focusing on legal and regulatory matters impacting the Chief Privacy Office, Chief Data Office and Technology & Operations, including Global Cybersecurity.
What will you do?
Act as key senior legal advisor to RBC enterprise businesses and functions and be responsible for providing legal advice and thought leadership on existing and new privacy, data and AI related legislation and guidance (including issues of jurisdiction), and provide sound, creative and practical advice on the application of legislation to complex areas.
Provide input on data, AI, cybersecurity and privacy issues impacting third party supplier and client agreements. In the case of potential data or privacy breaches and incidents, assessing relevant agreements to articulate and advise on legal obligations and consider implications thereof.
Contribute to team efforts to align with enterprise objectives and legal risk tolerance to enhance delivery of timely, effective and innovative legal services. Collaborate with business and functional partners to advise on areas of specialty and help mitigate related risk across all impacted lines of business.
In this role, you will communicate and interact frequently with RBC partners and employees located across Canada and worldwide.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
JD/ Bachelor of Law (Common or Civil Law) from a recognized law school and member of the Bar in any Canadian Province or Territory
5+ years of relevant experience gained in private practice or in-house roles
Experience analyzing legislation and interpreting requirements for businesses to operationalize
Excellent communication, negotiation and drafting skills
Strong problem-solving and risk assessment skills, comfortable managing competing priorities and complex matters, ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions.
Nice-to-have
Deep knowledge of enterprise businesses and functions, including technology, application and product development
Experience facilitating alignment between legal advice and business strategic priorities in complex regulatory environments
Experience advising on complex data licensing issues, including those involving open-source licensed code and products
Technical expertise including experience in software development, data, statistical or business intelligence analysis
IAPP certification in any jurisdiction
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Job Skills
Business Perspective, Coaching Others, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Legal Practices, Time Management
Additional Job Details
Address:
ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO
City:
TORONTO
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-04-25
Application Deadline:
2026-05-0+
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:5+ PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
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Job Description
As Senior Counsel, you will support the Global Business Services Law team in achieving the strategic priorities and operational performance goals of the Law Group. Reporting directly to the Assistant General Counsel, Data & AI, Privacy & Cybersecurity, you will provide legal services across the enterprise, focusing on legal and regulatory matters impacting the Chief Privacy Office, Chief Data Office and Technology & Operations, including Global Cybersecurity.
What will you do?
Act as key senior legal advisor to RBC enterprise businesses and functions and be responsible for providing legal advice and thought leadership on existing and new privacy, data and AI related legislation and guidance (including issues of jurisdiction), and provide sound, creative and practical advice on the application of legislation to complex areas.
Provide input on data, AI, cybersecurity and privacy issues impacting third party supplier and client agreements. In the case of potential data or privacy breaches and incidents, assessing relevant agreements to articulate and advise on legal obligations and consider implications thereof.
Contribute to team efforts to align with enterprise objectives and legal risk tolerance to enhance delivery of timely, effective and innovative legal services. Collaborate with business and functional partners to advise on areas of specialty and help mitigate related risk across all impacted lines of business.
In this role, you will communicate and interact frequently with RBC partners and employees located across Canada and worldwide.
What do you need to succeed?
Must-have
JD/ Bachelor of Law (Common or Civil Law) from a recognized law school and member of the Bar in any Canadian Province or Territory
5+ years of relevant experience gained in private practice or in-house roles
Experience analyzing legislation and interpreting requirements for businesses to operationalize
Excellent communication, negotiation and drafting skills
Strong problem-solving and risk assessment skills, comfortable managing competing priorities and complex matters, ability to work autonomously and make independent decisions.
Nice-to-have
Deep knowledge of enterprise businesses and functions, including technology, application and product development
Experience facilitating alignment between legal advice and business strategic priorities in complex regulatory environments
Experience advising on complex data licensing issues, including those involving open-source licensed code and products
Technical expertise including experience in software development, data, statistical or business intelligence analysis
IAPP certification in any jurisdiction
#LI-Post
#LI-Hybrid
LAWGROUP23
Job Skills
Business Perspective, Coaching Others, Customer Service Management, Decision Making, Financial Regulation, Group Problem Solving, High Impact Communication, Legal Practices, Time Management
Additional Job Details
Address:
ROYAL BANK PLAZA, 200 BAY ST:TORONTO
City:
TORONTO
Country:
Canada
Work hours/week:
37.5
Employment Type:
Full time
Platform:
CHIEF LEGAL & ADMIN OFFICE GRP
Job Type:
Regular
Pay Type:
Salaried
Posted Date:
2026-04-25
Application Deadline:
2026-05-0+
Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:5+ PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above
Inclusion and Equal Opportunity Employment
At RBC, we believe an inclusive workplace that has diverse perspectives is core to our continued growth as one of the largest and most successful banks in the world. Maintaining a workplace where our employees feel supported to perform at their best, effectively collaborate, drive innovation, and grow professionally helps to bring our Purpose to life and create value for our clients and communities. RBC strives to deliver this through policies and programs intended to foster a workplace based on respect, belonging and opportunity for all.
Join our Talent Community
Stay in-the-know about great career opportunities at RBC. Sign up and get customized info on our latest jobs, career tips and Recruitment events that matter to you.
Expand your limits and create a new future together at RBC. Find out how we use our passion and drive to enhance the well-being of our clients and communities at jobs.rbc.com.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Counsel position is now open for candidates interested in the Bank Jobs sector. This role in Toronto offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Bank Jobs is a plus.
