Remote-Eligible Records & Information Governance Manager

Williams & Connolly LLP; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Williams & Connolly LLP seeks a Records and Information Governance Manager to lead the firm’s records and information management across departments. You will oversee staff, partner with IT to implement systems, and ensure compliance with data protection and professional conduct rules.

The role requires 5+ years in legal records, 2+ years in people management, and relevant certifications; after the introductory period, telecommuting up to three days weekly is possible.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in legal or contract records and data management.
• 2+ years of people management experience.
• Knowledge of client records, information management, and data protection laws.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and databases.
• Experience with enterprise document management and records management software.
• Professional certifications (CRM, IGP, PMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with departments to implement records policies and procedures.
• Supervise and evaluate Records staff, including the Senior Legal Records Coordinator.
• Lead cross-department records and information governance projects with timelines.
• Work with IT to design and maintain records management software.
• Ensure proper storage of electronic and paper files and client records disposition.
• Manage client files disposition requests and related transfers to completion.
• Generate reports to track client records, retention, and disposition deadlines.
• Perform other records management duties as assigned.

Skills

Staff management

Records management

Project management

Data protection

Communication

Education

CRM

IGP

PMP

Tools

Microsoft Office

Document management software

Records management software

Databases

Job description

Williams & Connolly LLP seeks a Records and Information Governance Manager to lead the firm’s records and information management across departments. You will oversee staff, partner with IT to implement systems, and ensure compliance with data protection and professional conduct rules.

The role requires 5+ years in legal records, 2+ years in people management, and relevant certifications; after the introductory period, telecommuting up to three days weekly is possible.