Head of Records Management & Information Governance (Hybrid)

Kutak Rock; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) / Profit Sharing

Discretionary bonuses

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Director of Records Management to lead the firm’s records program and ensure compliance with retention and information governance policies. The role reports to the General Counsel and collaborates with executive leadership to advance records policies across offices.

The position is full-time and hybrid, with offices in Omaha, NE and other locations. Tenure requires strategic oversight, budget management, and proactive staff development within a large law firm.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive knowledge of law firm operations, confidentiality and privacy requirements.
• Experience with matter life cycle management and retention processes.
• Ability to communicate complex policy requirements to senior management.

Responsibilities

• Guide and develop lifecycle strategies for records management and archiving.
• Oversee implementation of retention policies and client file-keeping requirements.
• Advise leadership on legal, technical, and retention issues including e-discovery.
• Manage department budget and vendor contracts to optimize storage and software costs.
• Supervise Records Management staff and foster professional development.
• Collaborate with firm committees and practice groups to identify process improvements.
• Coordinate with Information Security on data classification and privacy requirements.
• Support staff and attorneys on records management during staff changes and departures.

Skills

Records management

Compliance

Data governance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

FileTrail

NetDocuments

Job description

Kutak Rock LLP seeks a Director of Records Management to lead the firm’s records program and ensure compliance with retention and information governance policies. The role reports to the General Counsel and collaborates with executive leadership to advance records policies across offices.

The position is full-time and hybrid, with offices in Omaha, NE and other locations. Tenure requires strategic oversight, budget management, and proactive staff development within a large law firm.