The Senior Analyst, Information Governance (IG) is responsible the development and implementation of strategic projects and initiatives necessary to refine the Firm’s records and information management program to meet the Firm’s evolving business needs and objectives. 

The Sr. Analyst will collaborate with various teams, assess current information governance practices, analyze processes associated with ethical and regulatory obligations, industry benchmarks, and Firm requirements, and contribute to the design and deployment of technology solutions.

• Develop strategies and procedures to ensure the classification, confidentiality, privacy, security, retention and defensible disposition of records and information.
• Document, analyze, and assess current records, email and document management processes. Identify issues and potential risks. Analyze potential benefits and risks of alternatives; measure the impact of planned changes; and provide justification for the recommended solution.
• Monitor, research and evaluate technological advances in the industry to identify appropriate alternatives for enhancing Firm business operations.
• Draft process controls, test plans and assessment criteria to measure compliance with established processes and policies.
• Develop and deliver training and coaching to business professionals and lawyers regarding the proper management of records, documents and email in accordance with Firm policies.
• Collaborate with colleagues in other Firm departments to ensure alignment of information governance initiatives with Firm’s objectives.
• Design business processes and workflows for the creation, classification, access, maintenance, compliance management and destruction of electronic information.
• Prepare recommendations for the design or reengineering of processes and procedures to facilitate compliance with Firm requirements.
• Assist with development of change management programs and implementation plans needed to comply with Firm requirements.
• Serve as IG resident expert by staying current on leading practices for securing, monitoring, and implementing governance for documents throughout the information lifecycle.
• Prepare status reports, metrics, and compile statistics on processes and projects. Create or update spreadsheets, pivot-tables and other relevant reports.
• Prepare presentations or written reports suitable for senior management to educate and inform them of issues or risks and recommendations for mitigation.

Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. If an estimated salary range for this role is available, it will be provided in our Target Salary Range section. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities (Duties) above satisfactorily and meet the requirements below. The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email staffrecruiting@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources). 

Education and/or Experience:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• A minimum of eight years of experience in records management, IT, information governance experience.
• Knowledge of information governance best practices and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Preferred:

• Experience with records and/or document management applications such as NetDocuments, Intapp Walls, and data monitoring software.
• Information Governance Profession (IGP) certification  
• Previous experience with DLP tools such as Cyberhaven, Netskope, and ProofPoint.
• Previous experience with Microsoft Purview.

Other Skills and Abilities:

The following will also be required of the successful candidate:

• Strong organizational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good judgment
• Strong interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
• Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
• Able to work under pressure
• Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities

Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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