Information Governance Analyst: Drive Compliance & Data Lifecycle

Perkins Coie LLP; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual discretionary bonus

401(k) plan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Accrued paid time off starting at 20 d

Parental leave

Job summary

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking an Information Governance Analyst to support the Information Governance team and protect the firm's information assets. You will help ensure regulatory and operational compliance while driving records management best practices across the organization.

You will collaborate with attorneys and business professionals to implement policies, manage records lifecycles, and lead projects that improve efficiency and reduce risk.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Management, or a related field.
• Five or more years of experience in Information Governance, Records Management, Data Management, or a related role, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong knowledge of information governance principles, records lifecycle management, and industry best practices.
• Experience with records and document management systems, Microsoft 365, and enterprise collaboration tools.

Responsibilities

• Support the firm's Information Governance strategy by implementing policies, standards, and best practices.
• Partner with attorneys and business teams to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and operational requirements.
• Manage the lifecycle of physical and electronic records, including retention, transfers, legal holds, and disposition.
• Lead cross-functional projects that improve information management and operational efficiency.
• Analyze data and reporting to identify opportunities for process improvements and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate across the firm to strengthen information governance practices and support strategic initiatives.
• Provide guidance and support to Information Governance Specialists and other stakeholders.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts that enhance compliance, data management, and records governance.

Skills

Information governance

Records management

Data lifecycle

Analytical skills

Communication

Collaboration

Discretion

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Records management systems

Microsoft 365

Enterprise collaboration tools

Job description

Perkins Coie LLP is seeking an Information Governance Analyst to support the Information Governance team and protect the firm's information assets. You will help ensure regulatory and operational compliance while driving records management best practices across the organization.

You will collaborate with attorneys and business professionals to implement policies, manage records lifecycles, and lead projects that improve efficiency and reduce risk.