Latham & Watkins, a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world, is seeking an Information Governance Specialist II to join our dynamic team in San Francisco. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.

**About Latham & Watkins
**Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.

**About the role
** As an Information Governance Specialist II, you will be responsible for supporting all basic activities associated with the day-to-day operations of the Information Governance Operations team. Other key responsibilities include:

• Responding to requests (basic and complex) for files and information from attorneys and staff; researching, locating and retrieving appropriate files using all search tools available, including manual and electronic resources
• Preparing new files both physically and within the records management system; providing correct data entry and identification for new records, checks out files to appropriate persons; tracking the location of files in the records management system; performing files location audits when directed; detecting and correcting discrepancies between index entries and physical documents
• Proactively reviewing records management system content and is able to recognize errors and correct them; demonstrating a high level of proficiency in records management system functions and department procedures and serves as a resource for other staff
• Coordinating and/or performs some or all box archiving and offsite storage procedures; handling incoming and outgoing files; maintaining consistency of data between the vendor and firm databases and processing vendor invoices
• Assisting with space management, organizing, and classifying large document collections in the central filing area and case rooms; preparing and maintaining an inventory of active cases; communicating with attorneys and paralegals when cases are dormant or closed to expedite destruction or removal of material to storage

**About you
** We’d love to hear from you if you:

• Exhibit strong knowledge of information governance, data security and privacy principles, best practices, and procedures, with the ability to consistently follow procedures and display an attention to detail in all work activities
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the physical and electronic resources of the department and firm; understands and is able to articulate the role of effective space management in the overall administration of the office
• Display well-developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with attorneys, management, support staff, and outside contacts (including clients)

And have:

• A Bachelor’s degree
• A minimum of three (3) years of relevant Information Governance or Records experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelor’s degree
• Experience in other law firm positions having significant document organizational responsibilities may be considered in lieu of directly related Information Governance or Records experience
• A minimum of three (3) years of related Information Governance or Records experience, preferably in a law firm Information Governance or Records Department

**Compensation & Benefits
**Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also receive a generous and competitive total compensation package. The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $85,000 and represents the firm’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be dependent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to, the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, and location. Discretionary bonuses may be awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance — and profit-sharing partnership contributions to 401(k) accounts may be given based on firm performance.

Latham's comprehensive and best-in-class benefits support employees through every stage of life:

• Healthcare, dental, and vision plans
• Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Generous 401(k) plan and firm-paid basic life and disability insurance
• Extensive resources for parents and caregivers
• Family building and fertility resources
• And much more!

In addition, employees receive:

• At least 11 paid holidays per year and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure
• Ongoing professional development and career support, including bespoke training and leadership development programs, firm-paid access to LinkedIn Learning courses, and career coaching.
• Peer networking, mentoring, and professional support through our eight global staff affinity groups.

Additionally, we have a range of diversity programming including Global Affinity Groups. These groups provide a firmwide platform to share experiences and advice as well as an opportunity to participate in a supportive network with common interests to help make life at the firm even better.

Latham & Watkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to diversity, equal opportunity and sustainability enables Latham & Watkins to draw from a remarkable wealth of talent to create one of the world's leading law firms.

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