Information Governance Program Execution Sr Specialist

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Summary

The Information Governance Program Execution Senior Specialist working in collaboration with and in support of the firms strategic initiatives plays a critical role in executing and scaling the firms Information Governance (IG) strategy. This role brings structure visibility and operational discipline to IG initiatives by coordinating work across all IG pillar areas managing intake and prioritization and enabling consistent execution through documentation tracking and workflow optimization.

This position supports IG leadership by owning the day-to-day operational mechanics of the IG program.

Location

This position can sit in our Baltimore Atlanta Austin Boston Chicago Dallas Houston Los Angeles Miami Minneapolis New York Northern Virginia Palo Alto Philadelphia Phoenix Raleigh San Diego San Francisco Seattle Short Hills Washington DC or Wilmington office and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the central operational coordinator for the Information Governance program supporting execution across all IG pillar areas.

• Functions as the project leader responsible managing intake prioritization and capacity planning processes to ensure predictable and transparent IG execution workflows.

• Identify opportunities to improve IG workflows processes and use of technology to increase efficiency and scalability.

• Develop document and revise IG standards procedures and processes where appropriate; ensuring they are kept up-to-date and are reviewed by appropriate parties.

• Establish and maintain program documentation including SOPs runbooks process maps and integrated IG workplans.

• Design implement and maintain tracking reporting and dashboarding solutions that provide visibility into IG workstreams progress and dependencies.

• Coordinate cross-functionally with Security IT Knowledge Management OGC Compliance and firm project managers to ensure aligned execution of IG-related initiatives.

• Support IG-related projects by documenting executing and tracking electronic data processing requests through ticketing and project tracking systems.

• Assist with data management remediation and operational improvement initiatives as needed.

• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills

Strong analytical and organizational skills with the ability to translate complex information into structured actionable plans including comprehending and communicating information. Must have the ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with the appropriate discretion evaluate the work of others to ensure compliance and accuracy and define problems/issues while using a logical approach to develop and implement solutions. Ability to perceive and analyze complex problems and a capacity to make or recommend sound decisions as well as confidence and discipline to work independently and provide concise and specific recommendations to senior managers. Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively deliver project status updates milestones deliverables etc. Ability to understand and analyze a variety of data/information and formulate into a workable project plan. Strong interpersonal skills required to interact regularly with staff management and attorneys of the Firm. Must be able to manage multiple projects effectively and efficiently.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED.
  

Preferred Education

• Bachelors degree in Management Information Systems Records Management or related field; can have a combination of education and relevant professional experience.
  

Certificates

• Professional certifications related to information governance records management privacy or program management are preferred. Relevant certifications may include but are not limited to: Information Governance professional (IGP) Certified Records Analyst (CRA) Certified Information professional (CIP) Project Management Professional (PMP) or other project/program management certifications; Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement or certifications.
  

Minimum Years of Experience

• 5 years experience in program operations information governance records management legal operations compliance technology enablement or related operational role. Law firm or professional services experience is strongly preferred.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing with clients lawyers business professionals and third parties.

• Produce deliverables answer phone calls and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner.

• Provide timely accurate and quality work product.

• Successfully meet deadlines expectations and perform work duties as required.

• Foster positive work relationships.

• Comply with all firm policies and practices.

• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed.

• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment.

• Perform all other duties tasks or projects as assigned.
  

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firms discretion in the future.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties requirements and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firms discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Application Process

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

Accommodation

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process please contact .

Agency applications will not be considered.

No immigration sponsorship is available for this position.

The firms expected hiring range for this position is $80348 - $127757 per year depending on the candidates geographic market location.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidates experience skills educational and professional background and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k).

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