Remote Data Governance Analyst - Legal Data & Compliance

Mcguirewoods; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

McGuireWoods LLP in the United States seeks a Data Governance Analyst to safeguard enterprise data assets and support the Office of General Counsel. The role manages file transfers, legal holds, subpoenas, and discovery, audits, and other governance services across firm data.

Ideal candidate has 2+ years' related experience, strong doc mgmt knowledge (iManage preferred), MS Office proficiency, and the ability to explain technical topics clearly.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 2+ years of related experience.
• Legal background and knowledge of litigation preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications is required.
• Strong knowledge of document management systems, preferably iManage.
• Experience with information governance processes and data analysis.
• Interest in AI tools like Harvey and Copilot to boost efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide admin and support for HighQ platform including site provisioning and permissions.
• Assist with file transfers for departing and lateral attorneys via multiple sources.
• Respond to subpoenas and discovery requests for the firm.
• Audit compliance with firm data filing policies and data security guidelines.
• Identify files stored outside official systems during attorney departures.
• Maintain and verify secure folders and access controls.

Skills

Data governance

Analytical skills

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

MS Office

iManage

Job description

McGuireWoods LLP in the United States seeks a Data Governance Analyst to safeguard enterprise data assets and support the Office of General Counsel. The role manages file transfers, legal holds, subpoenas, and discovery, audits, and other governance services across firm data.

Ideal candidate has 2+ years' related experience, strong doc mgmt knowledge (iManage preferred), MS Office proficiency, and the ability to explain technical topics clearly.