New eDiscovery role from global law firm Simmons & Simmons based in London, UK.
More details on the role here:
About the job
The role:
We are looking for an eDiscovery Case Manager to join us and support the delivery of billable eDiscovery Solutions services to our clients and provide project support to the legal team.
What will you do:
- Responsible for ensuring that projects are carried out to the best possible standard, within agreed upon timeframes, at an acceptable cost and in line with the eDiscovery Solutions team’s workflows and processes.
- Support the delivery of technical and consultancy services to legal teams and clients in; eDiscovery; Data management; Data collection and processing; Document review; Electronic trial preparation; Relevant court rules and practice directions.
- Consistently deliver clear and proactive communications to the legal teams and clients.
- Work with other members of the team, the legal teams and clients to provide advice and solutions in relation to each stage of the EDRM.
- Proactively engage with case teams and clients on scoping the project and recommend appropriate workflows.
- Manage large eDiscovery projects, including document review teams, from the initial scoping through to trial.
- Take initiative on troubleshooting issues and errors and provide continued communication throughout the process of identifying a solution.
- Ensure that up to date records are being maintained with regards to the status of all projects being worked on.
- Provide training and support to clients and legal teams.
- Provide technical and project support on all phases of a disclosure exercise
- Developing an understanding of eDiscovery best practices and processes and providing consultative advice to stakeholders.
- Build relationships with and instruct our external eDiscovery suppliers.
- Support the development and implementation of the eDiscovery Solutions Business Plan.
What we are looking for:
Education/Experience/Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree – preferably in a technical field such as Computer Science, Information Security or Computer Forensics
- A strong technical understanding of eDiscovery and litigation support
- eDiscovery project management experience with a service provider, consultancy, government agency or law firm.
- A solid understanding of database design, management, and data processing.
Technical/Work-based Skills/Knowledge:
- Experience using Relativity and other eDiscovery platforms both for processing, review and production.
- In-depth understanding of the EDRM and eDiscovery workflows and processes.
- Ability to understand and work with complex databases.
- Proven analytical abilities to troubleshoot issues and recommend solutions.
- Strong desire to continue to develop technical skills as required by the role.
- Experience with data processing tools
- Understanding of forensic collection tools and techniques.
- Experience utilising SQL.
- Ability to troubleshoot technical issues and recommend solutions.
Here at Simmons & Simmons:
Simmons & Simmons is a place where dynamic minds thrive. Our culture is built on work that matters, you will work on inspirational and thought-provoking projects, using your influence to create positive impact for our clients, society and the planet. We also ensure that everyone’s voice is heard from day one, irrespective of job title, qualification, or background. You’ll be encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that can drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will be provided with a platform to excel, enabling you to exceed your career ambitions and do things you never thought were possible.
Some key information:
- We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution.
- Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences).
- We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands.
- We bring together the best legal advice from our established legal teams with non-traditional capabilities via Simmons & Simmons Solutions that enhance, expand and differentiate the Simmons offering.
- We are proud to rank as a top 30 Employer for Working Families and a top 25 Employer for Social Mobility.
- We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers.
- We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture.
- All UK offices have their own artwork collections – including Damien Hurst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists.
More information and how to apply here.