Associate Director, Global eDiscovery Services

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Overview We are a global law firm with a powerful strategic focus and real momentum. Our industry-focused strategy is seeing us take on pioneering work in places that others have yet to reach. Our shared values define our culture and our workplace. You will find us to be unusually collegial, team-oriented, and ready to innovate. We work seamlessly across practices, offices and around the world. This elimination of boundaries has allowed us to evolve into a law firm that works as hard for its culture as it does for its clients. Our Global eDiscovery Services team provides advanced solutions and technology to dispute lawyers and clients. As leaders in centralized eDiscovery, we continually innovate to meet the evolving needs of our lawyers and clients. Looking ahead to a transformative time in eDiscovery and AI, the firm is excited to establish a strategic leadership position within our eDiscovery organization. The candidate will manage the consulting team, work on complex matters, and provide expert advice with proficiency in industry leading eDiscovery technology platforms. This new operational role will collaborate to enhance our existing processes and reskill our team to address the evolving landscape of eDiscovery and AI. This position offers a unique opportunity to drive technological advancements and process optimization. Join us to shape the future of eDiscovery services at NRF. Responsibilities Management and Oversight: Oversee managers and their teams within the eDiscovery consulting group, including disputes project managers, cyber project managers, collection analysts, and the eDiscovery services learning & development team. eDiscovery Strategy, Advisory and Project Management: eDiscovery Solutions Advisor to leverage Reveal, Axcelerate, Relativity, and Opus 2 to facilitate and advise on complex eDiscovery and cyber workflows, including data culling techniques, TAR and AI-driven methodologies, search term analysis, and privilege review strategies. Lead eDiscovery Strategy: Provide strategic oversight and hands-on guidance throughout the entire eDiscovery lifecycle, guiding projects from data collection through production, ensuring adherence to best practices. Technology Integration, Process Improvement and Development: Implement advanced technologies to enhance eDiscovery workflows and operational efficiency; promote continuous improvement; drive technology proficiency by overseeing Learning & Development; mentor and develop team members; collaborate for horizon scanning with leadership and technology providers to evaluate, integrate, and optimize new tools and methodologies. Key Performance Indicators for Success: drive process improvements, technology adoption, innovation in TAR and AI workflows, team development, and high levels of client service. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree required; JD or advanced degree in Information Technology or Computer Science preferred. Experience: Minimum 10 years in eDiscovery and project management, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role within a law firm. Technical Expertise: Proficiency in TAR, machine learning, and metrics capture; experience with GenAI is a plus. Experience with Reveal Brainspace, Relativity and Opus 2 is preferred. Skills: Strong analytical abilities, excellent problem-solving, and outstanding verbal and written communication; proven client service excellence; ability to work under deadlines and pressure; confident, dynamic, and adaptable leadership style. Other: Presence in the office as required by the firm\'s hybrid work policy; some travel may be required. Benefits The firm offers comprehensive benefits for full-time employees, including health plans (medical, dental, vision), life and disability insurance, pre-tax benefits, 401(k) and profit-sharing plans (where eligible), fertility benefits, paid time off (minimum 20 days), paid parental leave (minimum 14 weeks), and 11 firm holidays. E-Verify is used in hiring as applicable. Norton Rose Fulbright is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If you require assistance, please contact us.hr@nortonrosefulbright.com.
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Location:
Saint Louis, MO, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Management & Operations