Information Governance & Privacy Specialist

At Fisher Phillips, we know exceptional talent is the key to our success, to providing the best service to our internal and external clients. Being a part of the Fisher Phillips team means you will work with cutting edge technology in a professional and fun environment under leadership ready to invest in your professional development. If you have a growth mindset, are eager to challenge yourself, and desire to work with a team of professionals instituting change on an ongoing basis, keep reading.

The Opportunity

Fisher Phillips, a premier international labor and employment law firm, is seeking an experienced Information Governance & Privacy Specialist to join the team and support its governance and data privacy initiatives. With 600 attorneys in 40 offices, located in the United States and Mexico, our range of experience and expertise enables us to bring efficient and practical solutions to today's labor and employment law problems.

In this role, the Information Governance & Privacy Specialist will have the opportunity to work across various Information Governance and privacy principles as a valued member of the Information Governance (IG) team, with a focus on Records Retention and Data Minimization. This position reports to and works closely with the Director of Information Governance to implement an integrated IG and privacy program designed to optimize the firm’s use of its information assets and the ensure the firm’s information strategy aligns with regulatory and privacy requirements.

This position is based in the Atlanta Corporate Office and follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring in-office attendance at least one day per week, with the flexibility to work remotely on other days. Candidates interested in applying must submit a resume and complete our firm's application to be considered. For more information about the firm, please visit us at our website at www.fisherphillips.com.

Position Responsibilities

• Support processes within the IG team’s scope, such as further developing a Record Retention management, data minimization, data classification & labeling, DSARs, and privacy assessments
• Promote the adoption of the firm’s IG and privacy initiatives
• Manage processes related to Records Retention and data minimization
• Provide support to data administrators and stewards in managing firm information assets
• Assist users with following IG and privacy policies and processes
• Track and report on IG and privacy process metrics
• Collaborate with you team members to identify opportunities for process improvements
• Assist in performing standardized review and audit processes for IG and privacy related policies and processes
• Implement procedures to support inbound and outbound file transfers to ensure firm and client obligations are met
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Director of Information Governance or CIO

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• 3+ years’ experience in Records Management, eDiscovery, or privacy with an emphasis on Data Minimization.
• Strong focus on Records Management.
• Good understanding of information technology architecture.
• Familiar with domestic and international data privacy laws and other compliance certifications. (ex. CCPA, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI).
• Familiar with general security principles.
• Strong project management and customer service skills.
• Ability to quickly learn new technology at an admin-level.
• Advanced communication and written skills.
• Excellent organization, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and strong leadership skills.
• Able to handle multiple projects and priorities simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy, professionalism, and client-service orientation.
• Strong sense of urgency and a high-energy level.
• Experience with the following is a plus: information governance and Records Management software such as BigID, contract management systems such as Agiloft, Intapp, Jira, iManage Work 10, iManage Share, Office 365, Digital Guardian, and MS Purview Compliance.

What We Provide

Fisher Phillips offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible staff that includes medical, dental, and vision benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) and profit sharing, life insurance, long-term disability, and an employee assistance program. We also offer optional benefits such as critical care, accident and hospital indemnity insurance, a student loan refinancing program, life insurance for dependents, and pet insurance.

No relocation costs. Principals only; no calls please.

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, ethnicity, religion, color, sex (including childbirth, breast feeding and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniform service member and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, age, protected medical condition, genetic information, disability or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws