Information Governance Compliance Analyst

About McDermott Will & Schulte

A leading global law firm, McDermott Will & Schulte boasts over 1,750 lawyers and 1,400 business professionals. Recognized as a top workplace by USA Today, Fortune, The American Lawyer, and Vault, and certified by Great Place to Work, we are committed to excellence, collaboration, and community. We invest in our employees' futures and accelerate their careers, prioritizing a culture where everyone belongs, values diverse perspectives, and supports overall well-being with generous compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Job Summary

The Information Governance Compliance Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting the firm's Information Governance program. This position involves the detailed review of client and non-client data associated with attorney and business professional departures. The analyst will execute review plans to safeguard client privileges and ensure firm proprietary data remains confidential. Strong technology and data analysis skills are essential, including proficiency in data analysis tasks and potentially processing and loading documents onto a document review platform.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, extract, convert, and manipulate data using eDiscovery software and forensic tools.
• Support Information Governance Counsel in reviewing and transferring data during attorney departures and other information governance projects.
• Document, execute, and track electronic data processing requests via a ticketing system and assist with project tracking.
• Prepare data from eDiscovery software for review, including running search terms and setting up reviews according to established guidelines.
• Review large volumes of client and non-client documents to maintain client privileges, confidentiality, and firm proprietary information.
• Manage departing attorney expectations regarding data transfer timelines.
• Accumulate, manage, and summarize document review statistics and metrics.

Job Specifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of related work experience, preferably within a large law firm.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a professional services environment.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to work under tight deadlines and prioritize responsibilities.
• Capacity to handle and maintain highly confidential information.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Us

Successful candidates will find outstanding career opportunities and a competitive total rewards package, including performance-based bonuses. We are committed to your professional growth and personal well-being.

Key skills/competency

Information Governance, Compliance, Data Analysis, eDiscovery, Legal Technology, Document Review, Data Privacy, Confidentiality, Risk Management, Law Firm Operations.