Director of Information Governance

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

Information governance leader overseeing records, retention, privacy, eDiscovery, and AI governance. Pillsbury, a client-focused law firm, seeks to reduce information risk and strengthen compliance.

Posted 8/4/2026full-timeNashville • California, District of Columbia, New York, Tennessee • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $200,000 - $260,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive expertise in developing and executing information governance programs, including records management, compliance, and legal operations. Proficient in managing cross-functional projects and leading teams while ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Information Governance Program DevelopmentRecords ManagementLegal Hold ManagementEDiscovery Platforms FamiliarityAdvanced Degree (JD, MLS, MBA, MS)

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Hard Skills

Information Lifecycle ManagementRetention and Disposition PoliciesData ClassificationInformation Risk ReductionGovernance Standards EstablishmentMetrics and ReportingIncident Response ActivitiesPrivacy and Cybersecurity KnowledgeData MappingInformation Inventory Initiatives

Soft Skills

LeadershipStakeholder ManagementAnalytical SkillsProblem-SolvingCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

EDiscovery PlatformsDocument Management SystemsRecords Management TechnologiesCloud Collaboration Environments

Certifications & Qualifications

IGPCRMCIPCIPP/USCIPP/ECIPMCIPTCDIA+CEDS

Industry Keywords

Information GovernanceRecords ManagementLegal OperationsCompliancePrivacyData ProtectionRegulatory RequirementsProfessional ServicesInformation SecurityArtificial Intelligence Governance

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute a comprehensive information governance program aligned with the firm's strategic objectives
Establish policies, standards, procedures, and controls for physical and electronic information
Lead enterprise-wide information lifecycle management, records management, retention, disposition, and information risk reduction initiatives
Advise firm leadership on information governance trends, legal requirements, and industry best practices
Participate in cross-functional governance committees and working groups
Oversee firm-wide physical and electronic records management and retention programs
Maintain records retention schedules and implement defensible disposition programs
Establish information classification and metadata standards
Ensure controls for information archiving, preservation, and destruction
Monitor laws, regulations, and industry standards affecting information governance, privacy, records management, and data protection
Partner with General Counsel, Risk Management, Compliance, and Privacy teams on legal and regulatory obligations
Support client audits, outside counsel guidelines, security assessments, and information governance questionnaires
Develop legal hold governance policies and collaborate with Litigation Support and eDiscovery teams on holds, preservation, collections, and defensible processes
Assist with internal investigations, regulatory inquiries, and client matters requiring information preservation and retrieval
Partner with Information Security, Privacy, and Technology teams on governance, security, and privacy controls
Support data classification, data mapping, and information inventory initiatives
Identify and mitigate information-related risks, including over-retention, unauthorized access, and data exposure
Participate in incident response activities involving information management and regulatory reporting
Establish governance standards and policies for artificial intelligence and emerging technologies
Assess governance implications of new technologies, cloud platforms, and collaboration tools
Lead and develop Information Governance, Records Management, and related personnel
Establish metrics, reporting, and key performance indicators
Manage vendors, technology solutions, and service providers
Prepare and manage departmental budgets and strategic plans
Conduct training and awareness programs

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of progressive experience in information governance, records management, legal operations, compliance, eDiscovery, privacy, or related disciplines
Significant experience within a law firm, legal services organization, or highly regulated professional services environment preferred
Demonstrated experience developing enterprise-wide governance programs and policies
Experience managing legal hold, retention, disposition, privacy, and compliance initiatives
Experience leading teams and managing cross-functional projects
Deep understanding of information governance principles and lifecycle management practices
Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements affecting law firms and client information
Familiarity with eDiscovery platforms, document management systems, records management technologies, and cloud collaboration environments
Understanding of privacy, cybersecurity, data governance, and AI governance concepts
Advanced degree (JD, MLS, MBA, MS in Information Management, Library Science, Information Governance, or related field) preferred
Relevant certifications preferred, including IGP, CRM, CIP, CIPP/US, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, CDIA+, or CEDS
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Strong executive communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to influence across organizational boundaries and drive cultural change
Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities
Ability to provide clear and concise information under strict deadlines
Strong organization skills and ability to prioritize and meet tight deadlines
Customer service focused mindset
Appreciation for the confidential nature of information and ability to disseminate similar obligations throughout the firm

Benefits

Comp & perks

Salary range of $200,000 - $260,000 per year
Equal Opportunity Employer
Accommodation support for applicants
Qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records will be considered in accordance with the California Fair Chance Act