Project Manager

KLDiscovery, Inc.; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

KLDiscovery, Inc. seeks an eDiscovery Project Manager to serve as the primary client contact from initiation to closeout, ensuring projects meet timelines, scope, and budget while aligning with company objectives.

The role involves coordinating with lawyers, engineers, and litigation support staff globally, applying strong PM discipline, Relativity knowledge, and data governance best practices, including after-hours work and regional travel.

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years eDiscovery project management in a client-facing role.
• Proven ability to lead multiple eDiscovery projects from start to finish in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust with clients and teams.
• Solid understanding of the EDRM stages and data privacy considerations.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end delivery of multiple concurrent eDiscovery projects.
• Act as the primary contact for clients ensuring on-time delivery within scope and quality standards.
• Provide guidance to clients and internal teams to support strategic decisions and long-term relationships.
• Apply eDiscovery knowledge to achieve efficient, defensible, and client-focused outcomes.
• Forecast revenue and invoicing; collaborate with sales to scope projects effectively.
• Produce project-specific reporting for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Coordinate project meetings and internal communications to ensure timely completion.

Skills

eDiscovery project management

Client-facing communication

Project leadership

FRCP knowledge

GDPR knowledge

Relativity familiarity

Attention to detail

Autonomy

Financial acumen

Travel readiness

Education

University degree or equivalent

Tools

Relativity (RCA)

eDiscovery tools

Data processing platforms

Job description

KLDiscovery, a leading global provider of electronic discovery, information governance and data recovery services, is currently seeking an eDiscovery Project Manager.

The eDiscovery Project Manager is the primary point of contact for our clients from project initiation through closeout. They are responsible for ensuring that projects are carried out to the best possible standards, within relevant timelines, at an acceptable cost and in line with overall company objectives, while meeting client requirements for deliverables. They are responsible for setting and meeting client expectations and communicating project progress to all the stakeholders in the project - the client, as well as the sales and operations teams.

Candidates must be confident, highly self-motivated, and able to communicate effectively with a diverse set of parties, both internal and external, this will include lawyers, C-Level corporate clients, technical engineers, and litigation support staff from around the world.

Remote, work from home opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Successfully manage the end-to-end delivery of multiple concurrent eDiscovery projects, overseeing all phases from initiation and planning through execution, review, and final delivery.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to quality and compliance standards.
• Acts as a trusted advisor to clients and internal teams, providing informed guidance that supports strategic decision making and strengthens long-term relationships.
• Apply strong technical and procedural knowledge of eDiscovery alongside sound project management discipline to achieve efficient, defensible, and client-focused outcomes.
• Provide complete and timely communications to KLDiscovery clients ensuring that at all levels of the client organization, the project status is understood
• Provide appropriate work directions to all internal KLDiscovery personnel assigned to execute the project
• Act as a liaison between internal KLDiscovery personnel and KLDiscovery's clients to facilitate successful project completion
• Facilitate project meetings and internal communication between KLDiscovery staff to ensure projects are completed correctly and on time
• Carry out all appropriate processes and procedures to ensure correct forecasting of revenue and invoicing of client projects
• Work with sales to help plan projects and ensure they are scoped in a cost-effective manner
• Provide project-specific reporting as required by the client and internal stakeholders
• Develop relationships with appropriate client representatives
• Work well under pressure with a small, diverse, and dedicated team of professionals

Qualifications

• 1 - 3 years eDiscovery project management, in a fast paced, client-facing role.
• Proven ability to successfully lead multiple concurrent eDiscovery projects from win to completion in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to build long-term trust with clients through delivery excellence and exceptional interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model stages.
• Proficient understanding of data management, analytics, processing and hosting, as it relates to eDiscovery project management and best practice.
• Knowledge of data privacy laws, FRCP, GDPR, and other compliance frameworks.
• Hands-on expertise in eDiscovery tools and platforms.
• Works effectively with multidisciplinary teams, encouraging open communication and solution-focused conflict resolution.
• Strong ability to work autonomously; identifies and presents solutions; confident decision-making ability
• Strong attention to detail
• Technical aptitude and financial appreciation
• University degree or equivalent qualification preferred
• RCA (Relativity Certified Administrator) certification is a plus
• After-hours and weekend work required
• Regional travel may be required, in line with business needs

Driving Career Growth, Benefit Excellence: The KLD Advantage

At KLD we invest in employees and their families by placing their wellbeing first. We offer competitive total compensation that includes base pay, bonus potential, inclusive benefits, wellness programs, and perks. We use market and industry data to inform pay decisions while considering geography and labor markets, individual experience, and business needs. India compensation is based upon the local competitive market.

• Paid time off, that offers various time off options to help employees maintain a work-life balance, such as Casual, Earned, Sick, Special Leave, and Holidays
• Ongoing learning and development, a focus on continuous professional development through various training and education reimbursement programs
• A diverse and inclusive workplace where we all learn, grow, and achieve the greatest heights...together
• A surrounding team of mission-driven individuals who genuinely love what they do