CONTRACT2HIRE eDiscovery Project Manager

CONTRACT2HIRE eDiscovery Project Manager

New York, New York | United States Contract To Hire

Our client, a leading law firm, is seeking an experienced eDiscovery Project Manager for a contract-to-hire opportunity. The Project Manager will oversee complex electronic discovery matters from initiation through completion, serving as a primary point of contact for case teams and providing strategic and technical guidance across the EDRM lifecycle. Responsibilities include managing project workflows, vendors, budgets, reporting, and quality control. The ideal candidate brings deep hands-on RelativityOne experience, strong knowledge of TAR and analytics, and practical experience using generative AI tools within legal or eDiscovery workflows. The firm currently utilizes RelativityOne and Relativity aiR; prior aiR experience is not required. This is a highly collaborative, client-facing opportunity for an eDiscovery professional who can manage multiple sophisticated matters while improving efficiency, controlling costs, and leveraging emerging technology. This is a hybrid position requiring three days per week in the New York office.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects and maintain consistent communication with case teams, forensic professionals, internal colleagues, and eDiscovery vendors

Partner with case teams to assess eDiscovery requirements and develop appropriate project plans, using technology to improve efficiency and reduce costs while meeting legal and regulatory obligations

Oversee, coordinate, and monitor project workflows and progress from initiation through completion

Provide case teams and management with regular updates regarding project status, budgets, risks, and potential delays, escalating issues proactively and implementing mitigation strategies as needed

Develop customized reports that provide stakeholders with a clear view of project status, progress, and relevant metrics

Follow established departmental workflows, procedures, policies, and requirements

Coordinate with internal and external resources to support the collection, processing, review, and production of electronically stored information

Advise and train case teams on eDiscovery best practices and the effective use of available technologies and services

Perform quality control throughout various project stages to ensure accuracy and completeness and promptly resolve identified issues

Develop project cost estimates, oversee budgets, and support the vendor Statement of Work process

Coordinate and manage services performed by outside vendors and software providers, including troubleshooting, negotiations, oversight, and vendor relationship management

Support monthly billing activities by reviewing vendor invoices, resolving discrepancies, and preparing billing-related reports and data

Oversee storage associated with eDiscovery applications and systems

Maintain detailed project documentation, reports, and tracking logs

Work closely with eDiscovery and IT teams on software and hardware upgrades, technical troubleshooting, and workflow enhancements

Track and maintain physical and electronic media and assist with packaging and shipping media when required

Support departmental administrative responsibilities and special projects as needed

Partner with department leadership to identify and implement improvements to processes, documentation, and reporting that strengthen service quality and client satisfaction

Assist case teams with evaluating database archival options and ensure databases are appropriately decommissioned

Stay current on eDiscovery platforms, tools, industry developments, innovations, and emerging technologies

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree

Several of experience in legal technology or eDiscovery support

Some years of hands-on Relativity or RelativityOne experience, including search design and workflow configuration

Some practical experience with AI tools such as Copilot, Harvey, Claude, or comparable technologies

Experience using Relativity technology-assisted review, analytics tools, and protocols such as CAL/CMML to improve review efficiency and quality

Required certifications include Relativity Certified Administrator (RCA), Relativity Project Management Specialist, RelativityOne Certified Pro, Relativity Generative AI Pro, and Relativity Analytics Specialist

Strong knowledge of the litigation lifecycle, eDiscovery protocols, and industry best practices from preservation through trial

Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent service to internal and external clients

Ability to quickly learn and become proficient with new technologies, platforms, and workflows

Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills with strong attention to detail

Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities

Proactive approach with a high degree of ownership and accountability for project outcomes

Ability to adapt to changing priorities, tight deadlines, and multiple simultaneous projects

Excellent written and verbal communication, negotiation, and client management skills

Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to individuals with varying levels of technical knowledge

Strong proficiency with eDiscovery tools and services, including RelativityOne, structured analytics, active learning, batching workflows, and forensic collection processes

Experience managing multiple data types, including email, mobile device data, chat data, and other electronic sources throughout the EDRM lifecycle

The firm utilizes RelativityOne and Relativity aiR, though prior hands-on experience with Relativity aiR is not required

Availability to respond to emails and calls outside standard business hours when necessary, including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Ability to travel off-site as needed based on project and firm requirements

Upon conversion to a permanent position, the expected salary for this exempt role is $130,000-$170,000, commensurate with experience, training, skills, qualifications, and other market factors.

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Job ID: 7600