Sacha Liben
About Sacha Liben
Sacha Liben serves as the Associate General Counsel for Employment and Privacy at Kinaxis, bringing extensive legal experience from previous roles at McGill University, Bell, and Heenan Blaikie LLP. With a strong background in human rights, accessibility, and privacy law, Liben is a member of the Quebec and Ontario bars.
Current Role at Kinaxis
Sacha Liben serves as Associate General Counsel, Employment and Privacy at Kinaxis since 2024. In this role, Liben focuses on employment law and privacy issues, leveraging extensive legal expertise to navigate complex workplace regulations. The position involves advising on compliance with employment standards and privacy legislation, ensuring that Kinaxis adheres to legal requirements while fostering a supportive work environment.
Previous Experience at Kinaxis
Prior to the current role, Sacha Liben worked at Kinaxis as Senior Legal Counsel from 2021 to 2024. During this time, Liben provided legal guidance on various employment-related matters and contributed to the company's legal strategies. The experience at Kinaxis built upon Liben's previous legal roles and enhanced their understanding of the technology sector's unique legal challenges.
Legal Career Background
Sacha Liben has a diverse legal career, having worked in various capacities. Liben was employed as Senior Counsel, Labour and Employment at Bell from 2016 to 2021, where responsibilities included advising on labor relations and employment law issues. Prior to that, Liben served as In-House Counsel & Labour Relations Advisor at McGill University from 2010 to 2016, focusing on labor relations and legal compliance.
Education and Qualifications
Sacha Liben studied at the University of Ottawa, where they earned an LLB in Common Law and Civil Law from 2003 to 2007. Additionally, Liben holds a BA in International Development from McGill University, completed from 2000 to 2003. Liben is a member of both the Quebec and Ontario bars, demonstrating a broad legal qualification across multiple jurisdictions.
Expertise in Employment and Privacy Law
Sacha Liben possesses significant expertise in employment and privacy law, with a strong background in workplace investigations, mediation, and arbitration processes. Liben's experience includes handling privacy-related legal matters and immigration law, which complements their focus on employment and privacy issues. This expertise is essential for navigating the complexities of legal compliance in diverse workplace environments.