Lead Analyst, Digital Data Governance & Compliance

Description

As a member of the Information Services department, the Lead Analyst, Digital Data Governance & Compliance will drive and support our firm-wide electronic governance initiatives. This key role will focus on ensuring integrity, security, accessibility, and compliance of data assets across the organization. The Lead Analyst will serve as a subject matter expert in data mapping, eDiscovery, Litigation Hold, internal data collections, and regulatory compliance - acting as both a strategic and tactical partner to business units, legal, compliance, and IT teams.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Data Governance

Work closely with the Senior Manager, Digital Data Governance & Compliance to lead the strategy, implementation and management of comprehensive electronic data governance frameworks, standards, and policies.

Develop and execute data lifecycle management processes for unstructured and structured digital content.

Litigation Hold & Internal Data Collections

Develop and execute Litigation Hold process, ensuring data relevant to ongoing or anticipated litigation is properly identified, preserved, and tracked throughout Litigation Hold lifecycle.

Lead internal data collections in response to audits, investigations or internal reviews, ensuring completeness, chain of custody, and evidentiary standards are met.

Data Mapping & Discovery

Lead process for maintaining enterprise data map, ensuring all data assets, flows, and repositories are documented, regularly reviewed, and updated for accuracy.

Partner with IT, legal, privacy, and business units to identify, classify, and document digital data assets across systems and platforms.

Cross-functional Collaboration

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Legal, Compliance, Information Security, IT, Business Units) to identify risks, close control gaps, and support continuous improvement of data governance practices.

Prepare and deliver training, guidance, and communications to staff regarding electronic data governance, best practices, and compliance obligations.

Work with the Office of the General Counsel to support internal and external audits and investigations.

Technology Strategy & Tools

Evaluate and implement digital tools for litigation hold, data mapping, governance, and eDiscovery processes.

Recommend solutions that improve efficiency, defensibility, and transparency of digital data operations.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS :

Available to provide support after normal business hours, if required.

Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) :

Education :

• Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience :

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

Demonstrated experience with data governance programs, particularly in regulated and / or law firm environments.

Working knowledge of SQL, PowerShell, and Power BI technologies.

Strong understanding of litigation hold and internal investigation protocols.

Familiarity with data governance and data management platforms such as Microsoft Purview, Relativity, or similar platforms.

Strategic thinker with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

High integrity and sound judgment with sensitive information.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Sedentary work : Exertion of physical strength to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects up to 10 pounds. Work involves sitting most of the time. Walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

VISUAL ACUITY

Worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as : preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The salary ranges for this position apply to the respective listed locations. The salary range reflects a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, education, licensure and / or certifications, geographic location, market demands and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for a position. Reasonable estimates of the current ranges for this position are :

Las Vegas & Minneapolis : $90,000 to $110,000

Chicago & Atlantic City : $105,000 to $120,000

Denver, Los Angeles, Morristown, Princeton, Washington, DC & Seattle : $115,000 to $126,000

New York & San Francisco : $126,000 to $132,000

For information on Fox Rothschild's compensation and benefits visit : Compensation & Benefits (foxrothschild.com) ()

DISCLAIMER

Fox Rothschild LLP is under no obligation to provide sponsorship for this position. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis now and in the future.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not a contract or employment agreement and is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all functions, responsibilities, or requirements the employee may be required to perform, and the employee may be required to perform additional duties. Additionally, management reserves the right to review and revise the job description at any time. Employment with the firm is at-will. Employees must be able to satisfactorily perform all of the essential functions of the position with or without a reasonable accommodation. If an accommodation request would cause an undue hardship or a safety concern, the individual may not be eligible for the position.

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