Information Governance Analyst

This is an exciting opportunity to work for one of the top law firms in the U.S.! Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is looking for an Information Governance Analyst to join our team in our Seattle, Portland, Anchorage, San Francisco, or Los Angeles offices. 

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting distance from any of our offices.  

This position plays a pivotal role in executing the Firm's strategic vision for the effective governance of client information. The Information Governance Analyst oversees a portfolio of initiatives focused on the organization of both inbound and outbound information, as well as the consistent application of retention practices aligned with Firm policy. This role manages security group permissions in Azure AD as it relates to access to files shares and the DMS, ensuring client data is secure and outside counsel guideline access requirements are maintained. The Analyst is expected to deliver high-quality work and exceptional service, while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and alignment with the Firm's core values and long-term goals.

At Davis Wright Tremaine, you will find challenging assignments, opportunities for professional growth and community involvement, and a culture of inclusion. DWT fosters inclusiveness and authenticity. Regardless of position, everyone here has a voice and the support is unparalleled.

On a typical day you will:

• Administer Intapp Walls – Create and maintain ethical walls to safeguard firm data stored in official repositories.
• Monitor Outside Counsel Guidelines (OCGs) – Track changes and implement security requirements using MDD groups.
• Oversee NetDocuments Access – Grant access and perform administrative updates within restricted workspaces where users may lack permissions or technical knowledge.
• Resolve NetDocuments Issues – Troubleshoot problems and collaborate with the ND team to implement solutions or acceptable workarounds.
• Manage Fileshare Access – Control access to shared drives such as the Client Docs and Paralegal (“Litwork”) drives.
• Intake Transferred Data – Import data from external sources into DWT's approved repositories. Assist incoming attorneys with retrieving contacts, calendars, and personal files as appropriate.
• Manage Microsoft Teams – Create new teams, manage memberships, and archive teams that are no longer active.
• Respond to Privacy Inquiries – Monitor the Privacy@dwt.com mailbox, respond to valid requests related to privacy laws, and maintain documentation of all inquiries.
• IG Orientation – Present the weekly Information Governance overview to new attorneys, paralegals, and occasionally staff.
• Generate Reports and Metrics – Produce various monthly and quarterly reports and provide key IG metrics.

Join us if you have:

• 3+ years’ experience in information management (including electronic data), in a law firm and/or Information Governance Professional certification
• 1+ years’ experience working with structured, semi-structured, and unstructured data.
• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Information Management, Information Science, Technology, Engineering, Communications or related field, preferred
• Experience with records management software, such as File Trail and/or Intapp security products or Net Documents document management systems, accounting systems and archival software solutions preferred.
• Significant records and data management experience, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Substantial familiarity with Microsoft Office products, SQL databases and SharePoint
• Expertise with Microsoft SQL Reporting Services, Power BI and Tableau is a plus
• Dependable team player, able to follow written and oral instructions, with excellent judgement about when escalation is necessary or appropriate
• Ability to identify and analyze complex data-related issues to recommend solutions
• Excellent organizational skills including record keeping, data collection, and system information
• Superior time management skills, including the ability to set priorities, flex with changes in requirements and meet deadlines
• Ability to handle pressure in a constructive and positive manner and contribute to creative resolution of problems as they arise
• Demonstrated initiative, commitment to professional growth for self and others

Who We Are

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is an AmLaw 100 law firm with 9 offices nationwide. We are relentlessly committed to client service and look for candidates who share that commitment. At DWT, client service means having empathy for each client’s and each lawyer’s work and personal pressures, business objectives, and legal needs; anticipating their needs; and having the capabilities and commitment to deliver what matters most to them.

What’s in it For You?

DWT offers competitive compensation in addition to ample benefits including but not limited to:

• Choice of health and vision insurance plans
• 2 paid volunteer days for qualifying community service work
• Dental plan
• Fertility and adoption benefit
• Paid sabbatical after 13 years of service
• Tuition reimbursement
• Commuter benefits
• Retirement contribution

This job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to include all duties and responsibilities.

Washington State  

The annualized salary range for this position in Washington is $107,000 to $116,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, 11 paid holidays each year and an employee assistance program.  For full-time employees, the initial vacation benefit is 15 days per year and 11 days of sick leave per year, accrued bi-weekly. Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

California

The annualized salary range for this position in Los Angeles is $108,000 to $119,000; and in San Francisco is $127,000 to $136,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.  Full time employees may be eligible for a bonus, health insurance with an optional HSA, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, telemedicine and virtual short term solution based counseling services, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, subsidized backup care and caregiving resources, 401(k), vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.  Additional voluntary programs include:  voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long term care, and pet insurance.  Commuter and Transit programs are also available.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP fosters a culture where all talented individuals—including those who are traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession—can have, and can see, paths to success. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion sits on four pillars: Community, Growth, Education, and Engagement. Learn more about the firm’s commitment to DEI here:www.dwt.com/dei.  

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email humanresources_confidential@dwt.com.  

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