Information Governance Senior Analyst
About The Position
The Information Governance Senior Analyst is part of Latham & Watkins’ Information Governance team and coordinates the primary functions of the Information Governance Operations team. Responsibilities include physical and electronic file management, file intake and release, destruction requests, data access requests, case room management, and records retention. The analyst coordinates major departmental functions with minimal supervision, develops plans, organizes files and workflow, and is responsible for completing major projects. The position is located in the Silicon Valley office and may be eligible for a flexible schedule combining hybrid and in-office work.
Requirements
- Extensive knowledge of information governance, data security, and privacy principles, best practices, and procedures.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Thorough knowledge of the physical and electronic resources of the department and firm, and the ability to explain the role of effective space management in office administration.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; a minimum of five years of relevant Information Governance or Records experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- A minimum of five years of relevant Information Governance or Records experience.
- Experience in other law firm positions with significant document organization responsibilities may be considered in lieu of directly related Information Governance or Records experience.
Nice To Haves
- Information Governance or Records experience in a law firm’s Information Governance or Records Department.
Responsibilities
- Identify opportunities to enhance the Information Governance program using knowledge of information management, security, and privacy principles.
- Advise firm personnel on appropriate data storage locations and answer information governance questions from staff, lawyers, and other users; provide instruction and training as needed.
- Coordinate and perform Information Governance processes, including file intake, release, destruction, and data access procedures, ensuring compliance with firm policies and completion of each process.
- Coordinate records retention procedures, ensure compliance, determine which files are subject to retention, and maintain records of file disposition.
- Organize boxes, follow offsite storage procedures, and prepare files physically and in records management systems and other databases.
- Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information retained by the firm.
- Coordinate major departmental functions, develop plans, organize files and workflow, and complete major projects with minimal supervision.
Benefits
- Bonuses in recognition of individual and firm performance.
- Healthcare insurance.
- Life insurance.
- Disability insurance.
- A 401(k) plan.
- At least 11 paid holidays per year.
- PTO that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure.
- Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency resources, medical resources, and well-being events.
- Professional development programs.
- Employee discounts.
- Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
