Records/Information Governance Manager

Taylor Root; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Information Governance Manager to enhance and manage their information governance and records management program. This pivotal role involves ensuring compliance with legislation, leading a dedicated team, and driving process improvements. You will collaborate with various stakeholders, promote best practices, and oversee the delivery and management of records. This full-time position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic legal environment, where your expertise will contribute to maintaining high standards and compliance across the organization.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in information governance and records management is required.
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Enhance and manage the information governance and records management program.
• Lead the Records Management team and ensure strategic goals are achieved.

Skills

Information Governance

Records Management

Compliance Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Education

Degree in Law or Information Management

Tools

Records Management Software

Data Protection Tools

Job description

This range is provided by Taylor Root. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

A leading international law firm is hiring for an Information Governance Manager to join the London office.

The purpose of the role is to enhance and manage the information governance and records management program, ensuring compliance with legislation and maintaining quality standards. The role-holder will lead the Records Management team and ensure strategic and operational goals are achieved.

Main Responsibilities:

• Support department goals and ensure Records Management services meet practice area needs
• Identify and implement process improvements, collaborating with the Risk & Compliance team
• Promote Information Governance (IG) and Records Management (RM) services internally and externally, building relationships with stakeholders
• Share knowledge and promote professional development within the team

Information Governance and Records Management Duties:

• Develop and maintain the information governance program for physical and electronic records, ensuring policies and procedures are up-to-date
• Ensure consistent IG and RM practices across the office
• Advise senior management on legislative compliance and best practices
• Provide training on IG and RM for various audiences
• Manage the Information Barriers policy and liaise with global teams
• Oversee the delivery, storage, and destruction of physical records
• Administer record retention and destruction policies, ensuring timely destruction of outdated records
• Implement a file audit process for electronic files
• Support data protection projects as capacity allows
• Advise on information management risks and solutions

People Management:

• Manage and develop the Records Management team, including recruitment and performance management
• Provide training, coaching, and mentoring to the team
• Ensure effective workflow, productivity, and service quality monitoring

Financial and Supplier Management:

• Create and manage the Records Management budget
• Procure external services for offsite storage and technology solutions
• Monitor and assist with financial forecasting, supplier relationships, and invoice management

Projects:

• Lead assigned IG and RM projects, including planning, testing, implementation, and change management, and communicate project progress to key stakeholders

Technical Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

• Extensive experience in information governance and/or records management, preferably in legal, professional services, or commercial environments
• In-depth knowledge of relevant legislation and best practices for managing both physical and electronic information

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Legal and Information Technology

Industries

Legal Services, Professional Services, and Law Practice