Data Analyst I- #26-26921

USTech Solutions • North Chicago, IL

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About The Position

This position supports the eDiscovery function within Corporate Legal Operations and reports to the Manager, eDiscovery Operations. The role operates the organization’s internal data processing platform and conducts or coordinates forensic collections of electronic data. It ensures data is properly handled and stored before processing, and properly disposed of when no longer subject to legal hold. The position works closely with attorneys and paralegals in Corporate Legal.

The Data Analyst I processes and preserves litigation-related data, supports document review platforms and workflows, and coordinates with IT/BTS resources, legal technology vendors, and internal Legal and IT teams. The role also contributes to workflow improvements, maintains litigation data archives, and supports other eDiscovery and litigation support projects as assigned.

Requirements

• Prior experience working in a corporate environment, with an understanding of professional workplace norms, confidentiality expectations, and cross-functional collaboration.
• Experience working in technical environments.
• Ability to learn new software tools on the job.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy, particularly when following structured processes or handling sensitive and confidential data.
• Experience interfacing directly with internal or external clients or stakeholders, with a strong client-service orientation and ability to manage expectations and communicate clearly under deadline pressure.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, including the ability to identify issues, escalate appropriately, and follow through to resolution.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior eDiscovery, litigation support, or legal industry experience is a plus but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the organization's data processing platform and serve as a subject matter resource for legal hold and eDiscovery forensic collections.
• Perform data processing tasks, including indexing, culling, filtering, load file creation, and data export, for litigation data in current and legacy formats.
• Load data into and operate document review platforms, including supporting internal document review projects.
• Support development and implementation of workflow improvements for eDiscovery and legal hold processes.
• Perform forensic collection and preservation of data potentially relevant to current or anticipated litigation, coordinating with IT resources as needed to collect and verify remote data sources.
• Prioritize eDiscovery collection and processing tasks with the Manager, eDiscovery Operations to meet litigation deadlines and matter-specific needs.
• Troubleshoot issues with forensic collection or data processing in coordination with the Manager, eDiscovery Operations.
• Verify successful transfer of litigation data from IT/BTS to eDiscovery systems while maintaining data integrity.
• Manage litigation data archives to ensure compliance with data preservation obligations.
• Maintain working relationships with legal technology vendors and internal IT and Legal teams, facilitating communication and expected service levels.
• Stay current on industry trends and best practices related to legal collections and eDiscovery.
• Work on other eDiscovery and litigation support projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed