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King & Spalding · 6 months ago

Information Governance Data Retention & Disposition Specialist

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

King & Spalding is a leading global law firm committed to excellence and innovation in legal services. They are seeking a Data Retention & Disposition Specialist to implement data retention processes, assist in compliance, and foster relationships with attorneys regarding data governance.

ConsultingLegal

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Reviews and implements data retention and disposition processes and procedures

Develops and drives Firm-wide data retention and disposition services and initiatives in accordance with the Firm policies and in alignment with industry best practices

Assists management in identifying and containing risks relating to data retention and disposition and fostering a compliance culture in regard to data retention and disposition

Works with management in the development and enhancement of processes to ensure compliance with all applicable data retention and disposition requirements; coordinate the development and maintenance of supporting procedures

Serves as liaison to, and fosters good working relationships with, attorneys and others needing assistance with data retention and disposition issues

Maintains awareness of major changes affecting legal records and information governance and develops material to educate attorneys so that they may better serve their clients and meet their ethical obligations to their clients

Works with teams comprised of lawyers, operations staff and / or administrative managers to design and implement changes to business policies, procedures, and training programs as appropriate

Effectively manages resources and prioritizes projects

Coordinate with outside vendors as needed

Authors, collects, reviews, and maintains accurate and high-quality information governance policy, procedures, standards, and guidelines documentation

Maintains awareness of policy changes and revises documentation as necessary

Serves as project manager on a variety of Risk Management and Information Technology teams and maintains good working relationships with IT personnel responsible for executing information governance support

Coordinate and collaborate with Records & IG and other users to ensure that records and content (paper and electronic) are properly managed and disposed of

Qualification

Records governance practicesData retentionDispositionFileTrailMicrosoft Excel reportingService-oriented demeanorCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsCritical thinkingAttention to detail

Required

Knowledge of records and information governance related practices, specifically relating to data retention and disposition

Knowledge of technology tools, including records systems (ideally FileTrail) and the Microsoft Suite, with specific expertise in Microsoft Excel reporting

Exhibit initiative and self-motivation and the ability to work independently and exercise judgment based on critical independent thinking

Ability to perceive and analyze problems, develop alternatives and make or recommend sound decisions

Ability to comprehend and implement complex directions

Ability to maintain attention to detail within an environment of multiple, overlapping demands

Ability to adapt to and comprehend the evolving IG framework and associated technologies

Strong communication and organizational skills: analytical, detail oriented with the ability to adapt to shifting priorities

Must be extremely service and detail-oriented with an ability to plan and organize

Possess a professional, cooperative, and respectful demeanor, and the ability to maintain pleasant working relations with all levels of personnel

Ability to establish clear priorities and orchestrate resources across multiple functions and firm stakeholders in an organized manner

Benefits

Health and wellness plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Health savings account

401(k) plan

Profit sharing plan

Substantial Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Company

King & Spalding

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King & Spalding LLP is an American law firm with 129 years of service. It was founded in Atlanta.

Founded in 1885

Atlanta, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees

http://www.kslaw.com/

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