Information Governance Manager

Information Governance Manager Overview

• The Information Governance Manager oversees the development and implementation of information governance strategies, policies, and best practices for the client.
• Collaborates with stakeholders to enhance information management processes, ensuring proper classification, access, protection, retention, and disposition of information.
• Evaluates compliance with legal, regulatory, ethical, contractual, and operational requirements to strengthen governance and reduce risks.
• Leads change management, training, and communication initiatives to promote adoption of governance policies and technologies.
• Provides consultative support to legal and administrative professionals on governance practices and information management solutions.
• Tracks performance indicators and prepares executive-level reporting to assess program effectiveness and identify improvement opportunities.
• Supports requirements associated with legal holds, investigations, and regulatory matters in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Promotes the effectiveness of governance controls, including access restrictions, ethical walls, retention enforcement, and disposition workflows.
• Advises on governance requirements to comply with confidential information, ethical screens, and information access controls.

Information Governance Manager Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and execute the client’s information governance strategy and program, ensuring alignment with operational and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with administration, practice groups, and technology teams to design solutions that improve governance and lifecycle management.
• Lead training and communication initiatives to promote adoption of governance policies and technologies.
• Provide guidance to stakeholders on governance practices and solutions for effective information management.
• Identify and assess governance risks, recommending improvements to mitigate risks and enhance compliance.
• Support legal holds, investigations, and regulatory matters by collaborating with relevant departments.
• Track and report key performance indicators to evaluate program effectiveness and drive continuous improvement.
• Promote effective use of information management technologies to enhance governance capabilities and adoption.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support governance objectives.

Information Governance Manager Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Management, Library Science, or related field; advanced degree or certifications preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in records management, governance, compliance, or related fields, with supervisory experience.
• Hands-on experience with electronic records management systems and document management platforms.
• Background in professional services or legal environments with complex governance requirements preferred.
• Proficiency in technical writing and creation of policies, standards, and guidelines.
• Strong understanding of records management principles and IT security control methodologies.
• Proven ability to analyze situations, evaluate solutions, and implement innovative approaches.
• Exceptional communication skills and ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Availability to work additional hours as needed to meet governance objectives.