Meet Mara
At Mara Consulting, we help our clients succeed by delivering the best service and solutions in privacy and information management, AI governance, business and technology strategy, and people-centred transformation. Our clients are changemakers and we support them to think through their most complex, pressing challenges to gain an understanding of the potential opportunities and then we chart the way forward, together. We lead with a creative mindset and a collaborative approach. Always.
To support our growth, we are searching for an exceptional Privacy & AI Governance Consultant to join us. As part of our growing Privacy and AI practices, as well as the established and growing privacy practice, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping how organizations balance innovation with accountability. Privacy &You’ll collaborate with a seasoned team of professionals with backgrounds in law, policy, privacy, security, risk management and technology, and ‘lived’ experience, who have your back and value your contributions. Whether navigating privacy laws, designing ethical AI systems, or building governance programs for future-ready organizations, our team delivers clarity where others see complexity.
What We’re Looking For
As a Mara Privacy & AI Governance Consultant, you’ll support our clients in developing and implementing frameworks, policies, and strategies that align with provincial, national and global data privacy regulations and responsible AI principles. The ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, stays ahead of regulatory curves, and is passionate about shaping the future of responsible technology. This is more than a compliance role; it’s an opportunity to influence how organizations design systems that are not only compliant, but trustworthy, explainable, and aligned with social expectations.
You’ll work with cross-functional teams to craft solutions that blend legal rigor with technological fluency, helping clients operationalize ethics, embed privacy by design, and stay ahead of AI and data governance standards. You’ll have exceptional writing skills and the ability to communicate and apply complex privacy and AI Governance concepts in a way that adds value to our clients. In all the work that you do, you will be encouraged to think creatively and resourcefully. As a complement to our existing team members, we are looking for that special person who Is passionate about co-creating tools, templates, and processes that enable clients to move from principles to practice — with agility and accountability.
We recognize the value of diverse backgrounds and experiences and encourage applicants to consider how they might align with these desirable characteristics:
Strong client service skills, including facilitation and problem solving
Assets:
Certifications such as AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, or equivalent.
Familiarity with responsible AI, machine learning risk, or algorithmic impact assessments.
Technical literacy around AI/ML concepts, data architectures, or model governance.
Experience applying privacy, policy or information management skills in the public sector
What We Offer
A competitive salary and benefits package, company profit sharing and variable incentive program, ample paid vacation, paid professional development, work from home allowance, company events, and other perks.
A premier boutique firm, Mara offers flexibility and autonomy to do your best work, without that corporate culture feel. Our team works remotely and collaborates virtually, and we get together in person often.
An opportunity to be part of a highly respected, high-performing team, working with a diverse group of industry experts and thought leaders, providing invaluable mentorship and professional growth opportunities.
We encourage continuous learning and professional development, ensuring that our employees remain at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.
The ability to be part of, and contribute to a sought-after culture, based on the shared values of creativity, leadership, teamwork, community, respect, and lifelong learning.
At Mara Consulting, we aim to foster a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We encourage applications from those of Indigenous or racialized heritage, from those who may identify as belonging to the LGBTQ2S+ community, and from those who may be differently abled. You are welcomed to share with us any required accommodations or preferred pronouns in your application.