Data Analyst Intermediate

Job Title: Data Analyst Intermediate Location: Columbus, OH 43240 - 100% on-site Duration: Contract - 11 months (potential extension; potential FTE) Pay Range: $34/hr (W2) About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity. Job Description We are seeking a Data Analyst (Intermediate) to join our dynamic team supporting legal and records governance initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in records and information management, data lifecycle governance, and defensible deletion and a proven ability to produce clear, custom-formatted data reports and communicate professionally with outside counsel to drive accurate retention or destruction outcomes. Responsibilities: Turn project requirements into custom-formatted data reports for Project Managers and legal stakeholders. Manage end-to-end data generation, validation, and delivery with clear documentation and audit trails. Exchange emails with law firms to evaluate JPMC data in outside counsel custody and determine appropriate retention or destruction. Apply records appraisal principles, legal hold requirements, and data retention policies to disposition decisions. Outline critical information and decision points for Project Managers and leadership. Maintain accurate tracking of matters, communications, and outcomes in matter or document management tools. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience with records management, information governance, data management, or information management. Knowledge of data lifecycle concepts, retention schedules, legal hold, and defensible deletion. Proficiency creating structured data reports and summaries using common office and data tools. Clear and professional written communication for correspondence with attorneys and law firms. Ability to work confidently and independently while meeting deadlines and quality standards. 3-6 years of relevant experience. Preferred Skills: Background in records appraisal, archives, document control, or document management systems. Experience with matter management, outside counsel engagement, ediscovery, ESI, and data preservation. Exposure to information governance frameworks and data retention program operations. Familiarity with litigation hold and defensible disposition practices. Disqualifiers: No experience with records or data management. No experience communicating with attorneys or law firms. Why BCforward? At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to: Competitive compensation and benefits Opportunities for growth with global clients A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.