eDiscovery | CON, PM

AlixPartners•Chicago, IL

4d•$75,000 - $100,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The eDiscovery Consultant is a project management role supporting AlixPartners’ eDiscovery practice. The role helps clients develop and execute efficient, defensible plans for data collection and analysis in litigation and investigations. The work spans preservation, collection, forensics, processing, early case assessment, hosted and managed review, custom data analytics, technology-assisted review, production, and project management. The position is based in New York, Los Angeles, Washington DC, Boston, Dallas, or Chicago. AlixPartners uses a hybrid work model combining in-person work at client sites or AlixPartners offices with remote work. Travel is part of the role, with frequency varying according to client, team, and individual circumstances. Paid relocation is not available.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, management information systems, or a related technical field.
At least 2 years of professional eDiscovery experience.
Experience working on litigation cases alongside forensic accounting and legal teams.
Ability to engage technically while communicating with non-technical clients or audiences.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with high achievers and high client expectations.
Strong project management skills, including balancing multiple tasks, prioritizing independently, and meeting deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Willingness to work outside normal business hours when unique projects or needs arise.
Ability to work full time in office and remote environments, and to sit or stand at a computer and work in front of a screen for significant portions of the workday.
Ability to become familiar with, promote, and abide by AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and Core Values, and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization.

Nice To Haves

Experience and proficiency with Relativity.
Experience with other document review platforms such as Everlaw, Reveal, or DISCO.
Familiarity with one or more of Brainspace, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, Microsoft .NET Framework, Microsoft Access, SQL, Microsoft Exchange, or Lotus Notes/Domino.

Responsibilities

Establish and implement e-discovery lifecycle protocols, including internal standards and best practices for preservation and collection of electronic evidence.
Find, compile, organize, categorize, and verify case-critical data throughout preservation, collection, processing, review, and production.
Use industry-standard software tools to develop custom solutions for client requirements.
Identify and address client needs and participate in client discussions and meetings.
Advise clients on data collection for large-scale litigation, including document retention and chain-of-custody procedures.
Create and manage large data sets.
Address unexpected technical and operational challenges using a problem-solving approach.
Ensure clients’ electronic files are accessible for potential litigation.
Communicate with clients and colleagues in writing and orally, including drafting reports and client presentations.
Perform quality control reviews of work product.
Train other professional staff.