Director, eDiscovery
Washington, DC · On-site
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Washington, DC · On-site
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
New York, NY · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
New York, NY · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Vancouver, WA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Vancouver, WA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Washington, DC · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Washington, DC · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
New York, NY · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
New York, NY · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Dallas, TX · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
New York, NY · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
New York, NY · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
Director, eDiscovery
Chicago, IL · Hybrid
Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data ... Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review ...
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Job description
Ankura is a team of excellence founded on innovation and growth.
Practice Overview:
Bright Labs, proudly a part of Ankura, is at the forefront of the eDiscovery industry, having contributed to some of the most significant and globally recognized eDiscovery investigations and litigations. Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data, technology, and analytical thought to address complex client issues. We pride ourselves on a unique combination of technical skills, subject-matter expertise, and litigation technology experience, enabling us to deliver comprehensive, creative, and insightful solutions that guide our clients through the intricacies of eDiscovery challenges.
The role is located in New York City or Washington D.C. It will be a hybrid schedule within one of these locations.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an eDiscovery Director to join our dynamic team. This role will serve as the client's point of contact and Bright Labs' day-to-day leader in the management and execution of projects and workstreams involving the identification, collection, processing, review, and production of electronic data relevant to litigation or regulatory investigations.
Responsibilities:
Functional Discovery Tasks:
Processing:
Review:
Production:
Managerial Tasks:
What We Offer:
Requirements:
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Colorado, or New York, Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the said markets and considers a broad range of factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The range does not include additional benefits outside of salary. At Ankura, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $85,000 to $200,000; this range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.
Practice Overview:
Bright Labs, proudly a part of Ankura, is at the forefront of the eDiscovery industry, having contributed to some of the most significant and globally recognized eDiscovery investigations and litigations. Our eDiscovery team is renowned for its deep expertise and innovative approach, leveraging data, technology, and analytical thought to address complex client issues. We pride ourselves on a unique combination of technical skills, subject-matter expertise, and litigation technology experience, enabling us to deliver comprehensive, creative, and insightful solutions that guide our clients through the intricacies of eDiscovery challenges.
The role is located in New York City or Washington D.C. It will be a hybrid schedule within one of these locations.
Role Overview:
We are seeking an eDiscovery Director to join our dynamic team. This role will serve as the client's point of contact and Bright Labs' day-to-day leader in the management and execution of projects and workstreams involving the identification, collection, processing, review, and production of electronic data relevant to litigation or regulatory investigations.
Responsibilities:
Functional Discovery Tasks:
- Collections/Pre-Processing
- Assist clients with finding, documenting, and preventing deletion of data potentially relevant to litigation, regulatory matters, or critical business operations
- Develop solutions and strategies to collect data with special considerations for the unique environment and project-specific complexities of an engagement
- Coordinate forensic collections with client and Bright Labs' forensics team and quality review collections documentation supplied by the forensics team
- Create and recommend pre-processing strategy to client
- Coordinate forensic pre-processing work (deNIST, file filters, etc.) with Bright Labs' forensics team, including documenting pre-processing workflow
Processing:
- Advise client on data reduction strategies including deNISTing, file extension filtering, date culling, and search term filtering
- Coordinate (provide instruction, obtain status reports, etc.) processing work with Bright Labs' processing team
- Analyze exception reports, develop recommendations for handling each type of exception, and communicate plan to client
- Quality review search hit reports prior to sending to client
Review:
- Assist clients with the selection of the appropriate technology to meet specific project objectives.
- Assist with development of efficient work streams, batching strategy, and technology configuration for 1st, 2nd, 3rd tier review; as well as witness review, exhibit designation, and trial preparation.
- Conduct customized Relativity training sessions for clients, emphasizing appropriate add-on features as necessary.
- Advise clients regarding the efficient use of concept clustering, near duplicate identification, e-mail threading, and assisted review (predictive coding) within the Relativity tool.
- Design customized reports for clients.
- Troubleshoot Relativity issues with kCura and coordinate custom Relativity development work, as necessary.
- Coordinate data loads to the review tool with the Bright Labs' processing team.
Production:
- Assist with written collateral to support production process, such as motions, orders, or proposals to courts and opposing counsel regarding the form of production.
- Provide proactive guidance regarding format, strategy, and timelines for production of electronic data.
- Work with client to develop production identification strategy.
Managerial Tasks:
- Assist in the management of finances of each engagement including developing, documenting, and tracking project budgets, adjusting budgets as appropriate, communicating changes in budgets internally and to the client, and managing the revenue forecasting and invoicing process.
- Review and discuss expectations, anticipated scope of work, and project timeline with client and Bright Labs' team.
- Manage project close-out process including data return and database archival, ensuring that clients understand the implications of on-going data retention relative to their company's policies.
- Provide clients and Managing Directors and Senior Managing Directors with periodic status updates, reports, etc. throughout the engagement.
- Generate consistent and thorough documentation to support processes executed throughout the project lifecycle. Specific tasks may include writing up interview notes and drafting emails, memorandum or reports that demonstrate specific processes followed.
- Mentor, lead, and delegate tasks to junior grade colleagues to support their training and professional development with the goal of creating an exciting leveraged, team environment that offers challenging opportunities and support to all employees and is poised for continued expansion and success.
- Assist in the recruiting process by screening resumes and interviewing candidates.
- Supervise personnel including Associates, Senior Associates, client personnel, clerical support, and others as appropriate.
- Assist the business development team throughout the sales process by building relationships with current and potential future clients, demonstrating firm technology to potential clients, and providing supporting documentation, including proposals and cost estimates, regarding our offerings.
- Demonstrate business development acumen via networking and other business development activities, showcasing the ability to convert networking relationships to sales leads and ultimately, new revenue.
- Increase revenue on current engagements by identifying opportunities to cross-sell services offered by Data Analytics and Digital Solutions & Development teams.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to work on some of the largest and most recognized global eDiscovery cases.
- A collaborative environment where creativity and insight are valued.
- Exposure to cutting-edge technology and methodologies in the field of digital forensics and eDiscovery.
- A supportive team that fosters professional growth and development.
Requirements:
- BA/BS in MIS, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Law, Engineering, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Information Technology, or similar degree.
- 4 years of prior experience as a consultant overseeing computer forensics and electronic discovery
- Advanced decision making and problem-solving skills
- Team player who is comfortable working in a dynamic and fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Ability to interact confidently with senior management and lawyers/partners
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, Colorado, or New York, Ankura is required to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the said markets and considers a broad range of factors including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The range does not include additional benefits outside of salary. At Ankura, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each role. A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $85,000 to $200,000; this range is not a promise of a particular wage.
Ankura is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters, if you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening, submit an online application, or participate in an interview/assessment, please email accommodations@ankura.com or call toll-free +1.312-583-2122. This email and phone number are created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues unrelated to a disability, will not receive a response.
About Ankura Joint Venture and Partnership Practice
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Industry
Business management consulting
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Washington, DC, US
Year founded
2014