Consulting Associate/eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)

Charles River Associates; Washington, Chicago, New York, Boston (District of Columbia, IL, NY, MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 126,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid parental leave

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Charles River Associates is hiring a Consulting Associate in Washington, DC. This position involves supporting senior consultants with database administration and conducting data analysis related to forensic services. Candidates should have 3-5 years of experience, knowledge of EDRM, and skills in Relativity and Nuix. The role is crucial for assisting clients in managing allegations of misconduct. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, along with a salary range of $100,000 to $126,500 depending on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related professional experience.
• Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
• Experience using Relativity as an advanced user.
• Experience processing electronic data in industry-standard tools.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Support senior consultants and clients with database administration tasks.
• Conduct analysis of relevant data.
• Investigate and analyze evidence for litigation support.
• Ensure reliability of analysis through quality control reviews.
• Assist with corporate initiatives and training as needed.

Skills

Data analysis

Database administration

Quality control

Communication skills

Problem solving

Tools

Relativity

Nuix

MS Excel

MS Access

Job description

Consulting Associate/eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)

Boston, MA, United States; Chicago, IL, United States; New York, NY, United States; Washington, DC, United States

Position Overview

CRA’s Forensic Services practice supports companies’ commitment to integrity by assisting them and their counsel in independently responding to allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct, and non‑compliance. We are noted for deploying cross‑trained teams of forensic professionals to assist our clients in gaining deeper insights and greater value more quickly. Our commitment to our clients is to help them better anticipate, manage, and become more resilient as a result of challenging events.

Responsibilities

• Support senior consultants and clients with tasks related to database administration, data processing, review management, and user experience.
• Support senior consultants and clients to conduct analysis of relevant data.
• Utilize database skills to effectively analyze large data sets.
• Investigate and analyze evidence for litigation and expert support as needed.
• Ensure reliability of analysis through quality control review.
• Assist with corporate initiatives, recruiting, and training efforts as needed.

Desired Qualifications

• 3-5 years of related professional experience.
• Understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) and eDiscovery processes.
• Experience using Relativity as an advanced user and database administrator. Relativity certifications are beneficial but not required.
• Experience with loading data into Relativity and basic Relativity administrative functions.
• Experience with executing and running quality control of document productions.
• Experience processing electronic data in an industry‑standard tool such as Nuix, Relativity, etc., with a strong preference for Nuix.
• Experience with MS Excel and/or MS Access.
• Knowledge of search term analysis and search term reporting.
• Understanding of quality control for eDiscovery processing and review.
• Experience with document review management is beneficial but not required.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Rigorous organizational skills and attention to detail in all facets of work.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, manage multiple projects, and meet timely deadlines.
• Ability to travel as needed (minimal travel expected).

Application Requirements for the United States

• Resume – please include current address, personal email and telephone number.
• Cover letter – please describe your interest in CRA and how this role matches your goals.

Our Commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity

Charles River Associates is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Salary and Compensation

A good‑faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $100,000 - $126,500. Stating pay within this range may vary based on factors such as education level, experience, skills, geographic location, market conditions, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for additional bonus incentive compensation.

CRA offers a comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements, which may include: medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401(k) retirement plan with employer match; life and disability insurance; paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays); paid parental leave; wellness programs and employee assistance resources; and commuter benefits.