Information Governance Specialist

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent US firm in London is seeking an Information Governance Specialist to enhance their operational needs and information management strategy. This position involves overseeing electronic records management, responding to internal client requests, and promoting best practices across departments. Candidates should possess strong knowledge in records management and relevant experience within the legal sector.

Benefits

Exceptional employee benefits

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in records management, litigation support, or IT, preferably within a law firm.
• Knowledge of records procedures and transfer protocols is preferred.
• Familiarity with data migration and electronic record management tools.

Responsibilities

• Respond to internal client requests for specific items from user mailboxes.
• Process electronic records during lawyer onboarding and matter transfers.
• Promote best practices in information governance across departments.

Skills

Records management

Data migration

Data conversion techniques

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Electronic records management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business

Bachelor’s degree in Library Science

Bachelor’s degree in Information Science

Tools

iManage

NetDocs

Job description

Information Governance Specialist

Our client, a renowned US firm with a significant presence in London, is expanding its team and is hiring an Information Governance Specialist.

• Located near Liverpool Street / Fenchurch Street
• Offers exceptional employee benefits

The Information Governance Specialist will leverage extensive knowledge of records management to develop processes, procedures, training, controls, and technology improvements. This role supports the firm's operational needs and information management strategy by ensuring effective electronic records management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Respond to internal client requests to search active and departed user mailboxes for specific items.
• Process electronic records related to onboarding new lawyers and transferring matters within the firm.
• Oversee the collection, review, and release of electronic records to comply with client requests and manage electronic risks.
• Promote best practices in information governance across practice groups and administrative departments.
• Act as a liaison between lawyers and IT regarding electronic records organization and access issues.

Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in records management, litigation support, or IT, preferably within a law firm.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Library Science, Information Science, or equivalent work experience.
• Knowledge of records procedures, data migration, transfer protocols, and data conversion techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including advanced Excel) and familiarity with systems like iManage and NetDocs.