Information Governance Senior Analyst

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is one of the world’s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers around the world. Our investment in people, commitment to innovation, and focus on the future empower you to build an incredible career and thrive as an exceptional professional in a supportive culture. If you aspire to be the best, and work with the best, this is where you belong. 

About the Role

The Information Governance Senior Analyst is an integral part of Latham’s Information Governance team and will be responsible for coordinating all primary functions of the Information Governance Operations team, including file management (both physical and electronic), file intake, file releases, destruction requests, data access requests, case room management, and records retention, while coordinating all major functions of the department with minimal supervision; developing plans, organizing files and workflow, and assuming responsibility for the completion of major projects. This role will be located in our Houston office. In addition, this role will require travel to our Austin office on a monthly/bi-monthly basis. Please note that this role requires in-office presence Monday through Friday for the first six months, and will then be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence 

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Other key responsibilities include:

• Identifying opportunities to enhance the Information Governance program by utilizing a thorough understanding of information management, security, and privacy principles
• Consulting firm personnel on the appropriate locations where data should be stored; acting as a resource regarding various information governance questions for staff, lawyers, and other users, and providing instruction and training as needed
• Coordinating and performing all aspects of all Information Governance processes including file intakes, releases, destructions, and data access procedures for the office, ensuring compliance with firm policies, and ensuring completion of the relevant process
• Coordinating the execution of and ensuring compliance with records retention procedures, ascertaining which files are subject to retention, and maintaining meticulous records regarding file disposition
• Organizing boxes, following offsite storage procedures, and preparing files both physically and within the records management system and other databases
• Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retains 

We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of information governance, data security, and privacy principles, best practices, and procedures
• Display excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Possess thorough knowledge of the physical and electronic resources of the department and firm and the ability to articulate the role of effective space management in the overall administration of the office

And have:

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent; a minimum of five (5) years of relevant Information Governance or Records experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant Information Governance or Records experience, preferably in a law firm’s Information Governance or Records Department
• Experience in other law firm positions having significant document organizational responsibilities may be considered in lieu of directly related Information Governance or Records experience

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefit program which includes:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.

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