Americas Data Protection Compliance Officer

Permanent contract|Montreal|Compliance

Americas Data Protection Compliance Officer

Montreal, Canada Permanent contract Compliance

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include providing primary SG Americas data protection program oversight from a

Compliance Department perspective generally and more specifically (without limitation):

Advising and assisting the SG Americas Data Management Office in establishing a regional data privacy strategy and compliance program for SG Americas
Advising the First Line of Defense on Data Privacy regulations applicable to Canada entities
Advising the First Line of Defense on the NY State DFS 500 Cybersecurity Program, as needed
Participating in the US Privacy Working Group and Steering Committee, as well as other governance forums, as Compliance subject matter expert
Participating in the review of Cyber Incidents and Data Leakage Incidents as Compliance representative, coordinating with other Compliance teams, as required, and determining client notification obligations
Coordinating with the Compliance Regulatory Change team, the Legal and Risk Departments to monitor regulations with an impact on data protection requirements
Managing the Compliance AMER Responsible Data Initiatives (“RDI”) risk assessment process, including coordinating RDI reviews with Compliance subject matter experts and drafting associated Compliance Risk Assessment memos
Revising relevant data protection related policies and procedures as applicable rules and regulations or firm practices change
Conducting training and drafting communications related to AMER regulatory requirements governing data protection, and
Participating in special projects in support of the larger Compliance Regulatory Oversight team.

Profile required

Competencies:

Understanding of data management and data protection principles applicable to the financial services sector (knowledge of the U.S. and Canada legal and regulatory environment, and rulemaking processes in these areas being a plus)
Ability to understand and communicate with subject matters experts and stakeholders with respect to data protection, and other U.S. and Canada legal and regulatory topics
Strong interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills
Great attention to detail
Capable of handling multiple ad-hoc requests.
Demonstrated history of taking initiative
Ability to prioritize and work in a dynamic, deadline-focused environment
Analytical capability: Able to break down complex problems into simple manageable units, develop solutions for each unit, and integrate them back into the whole. Can absorb ideas quickly and apply then pragmatically
Results oriented: setting goals and priorities that maximize the use of resources available to consistently deliver quality results
Strong interpersonal effectiveness: is aware of own behavior and work style, as well as tolerant of different needs and viewpoints. Demonstrates interest in others’ opinions and shows consideration, concern and respect for other people’s feelings
Communication Skills: excellent verbal, writing and presentation skills with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels within the organization and be able to relay complex technical concept to non-technical audience
Leadership: create an inspiring vision, set direction and motivate others to follow that direction and reach that vision

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

Advanced experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Experience working with GRC systems
Excellent writing skills
Securities licenses a plus

Qualifications (Experience, Education, Languages):

Bachelors Degree
JD or other advanced degree a plus
7+ years experience in Financial Services or related industry

Business insight

As a business partner and a second line of defense, the SG Americas Compliance Department supports the Business Units and Support Functions in carrying out banking activities in accordance with regulations and ensuring the sustainable development of our business activities. Société Générale in the Americas is present in the United States, Canada and Brazil where it focuses primarily on corporate and investment banking activities. SG also operates in several Latin American countries where it offers a range of specialized banking and financial services. In addition to investment banking, SG in the Americas offers global transaction banking, securities services and equipment financing.

In its role, the Compliance Department contributes fully to the positive impact that Société Générale wishes to have on the transformation of our societies. Therefore, preventing market misconduct, combating money laundering, and thwarting the financing of terrorism and corruption are all tasks that fall within the scope of compliance and contribute to the positive transformation of our economies.

The Compliance Department ensures:

Compliance with laws, rules and ethical principles specific to banking activities and investment services undertaken by the firm, as well as compliance with staff members' personal rules of good conduct and ethics;
Awareness-raising and training of all players in preventing non-compliance and reputational risks.