Privacy & Compliance Manager

At CAAT, we’re passionate about what we do. And it shows! Here, you’ll find a cultural spark in everything we do – from the way we partner with members and employers, to the way we work, collaborate, and grow. It doesn’t just feel different at CAAT. It is different. We’re one of the fastest-growing pensions in the country for a reason. We challenge the status quo, making a real impact on the hundreds of employers we serve – from education institutions to major corporations and household brands. And we’re just getting started. Driven by core values and a shared purpose, we’re fierce champions for better retirement security, known for our can-do culture where everyone plays a role in bringing our vision to life. If this sounds like a fit, we’d love you to be a part of it. About The Role We’re seeking a Privacy & Compliance Manager to lead the development of a legislative compliance management system and strengthen CAAT’s privacy program. This is a newly created role within the Aligned Assurance team, offering the opportunity to build foundational systems and drive compliance innovation across the organization. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in collaborative environments, is comfortable building from scratch, and brings a strategic lens to privacy and compliance work. You’ll be the internal go-to for privacy incidents, regulatory monitoring, and cross-departmental compliance coordination. As The Newest Member Of Our Team, You’ll

• Design and implement a comprehensive Legislative Compliance Management System.
• Monitor compliance with privacy and pension-related legislation across departments.
• Lead privacy incident response, including investigation and resolution in collaboration with Member and Employer Services.
• Deliver training sessions and refreshers for internal teams on privacy best practices and incident themes.
• Review and update CAAT’s privacy manual and internal resources (e.g., CAATnet privacy page).
• Build dashboards and reporting tools to track regulatory filings and compliance activities.
• Collaborate with Legal, HR, Finance, Cybersecurity, and other departments to ensure alignment and support.
• Maintain and adapt CAAT’s privacy program, including breach response, vendor contract reviews, and policy updates.
• Provide regular reporting to senior leadership and support internal audits and reviews.

To Succeed, You Bring

• 5+ years of experience in privacy program management, compliance, or a related legal role, ideally within pensions or financial services.
• A university degree in accounting, finance, law, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Canadian privacy legislation (e.g., PIPEDA) and the Pension Benefits Act (PBA).
• Professional designation preferred (e.g., CIPP/C, CIPM, CPP).
• Experience building or implementing compliance systems or frameworks.
• Comfort working with Excel and a curiosity for emerging technologies, including AI-powered tools that support compliance and privacy workflows.
• Excellent communication and technical writing skills, with the ability to simplify complex information.
• Strategic thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• A proactive, open-minded approach to building new systems and processes from the ground up.

At CAAT, we believe innovation, passion, and purpose are ingredients for a great work environment. We’re incredibly proud of our people and the remarkable impact they have as catalysts for change. We’re committed to attracting and keeping great talent, which means competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, and an environment where people can grow and thrive. When you work with CAAT, you’ll enjoy:

• Opportunities to Build a Better You: We never stand still. As we grow, so do you. Enjoy a place that provides endless opportunities to learn and master your skills while cultivating new ones.
• Comprehensive & Holistic Care: Be at your best with a Total Rewards program that feeds and prioritizes your physical, mental, and financial wellness. From flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits to wellness incentives, and a defined benefit pension plan – we have you covered.
• A Place to Collaborate and Win: We’ve built a lively environment where creativity and open communication thrive. It’s why we’re consistently recognized as one of ‘Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures’, one of ‘Greater Toronto’s Top Employers’, and one of the ‘Best Places to Work’.
• Work that Truly Matters. You’re giving Canadians the opportunity for better retirement security, and organizations the chance to do more.

If you believe that Canadians deserve a future where a secure lifetime retirement income contributes to their financial and overall well-being, then CAAT could be the right fit for you. Start your journey with us today. Apply now. Learn more about us by visiting www.caatpension.ca/careers Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Belonging (DEIB) DEIB at CAAT means we respect and value the broadest range of experiences, geographies, gender, ethnicities, backgrounds, and perspectives as key elements of our culture. Our vision is to provide an environment where employees can bring their best, professional, authentic, selves to work. CAAT Pension Plan is an equal opportunity employer, and we will accommodate any needs under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact us at hr@caatpension.ca or call Human Resources at 416-673-9000 for assistance.