Senior Associate/eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)

Charles River Associates; United States; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 153,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Associates is seeking a Senior Associate for the Forensic Services practice in the United States, including Chicago, Boston, DC, LA, Oakland, Houston, or New York offices. You will leverage CRA’s eDiscovery technology suite to process, organize, analyze, and deliver data-driven insights while collaborating with senior leadership and project teams.

The role requires 5-8 years of eDiscovery experience, strong Relativity expertise, and solid project management skills to oversee data

Qualifications

• 5-8 years conducting eDiscovery activities in large and complex environments.
• Deep knowledge of current eDiscovery tools and technologies (Relativity).
• Familiarity with EDRM lifecycle stages including collection, processing, review and production.
• Experience in data production quality control and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Execute projects involving identification, collection, processing, review and production of data for litigation or regulatory matters.
• Support engagement planning and project team execution.
• Interface with clients to implement discovery strategies and deliver milestones.
• Prepare client communications and reports for senior leadership.
• Manage data processing projects and set processing specifications.
• Lead data review within Relativity using TAR and analytics.
• Prepare and deliver data productions and ensure quality controls.

Skills

eDiscovery

Relativity

Project management

Data processing

Analytical thinking

Tools

Relativity

EDRM lifecycle

Job description

Senior Associate/eDiscovery (Forensic Services practice)

Boston, MA, United States; Chicago, IL, United States; Houston, Texas, United States; Los Angeles, CA, United States; New York, NY, United States; Oakland, CA, United States; Washington, DC, United States

About Charles River Associates

Charles River Associates is a leading global consulting firm that provides economic, financial, and business management expertise to major law firms, corporations, and governments around the world. CRA advises clients on economic and financial matters pertaining to litigation and regulatory proceedings and guides corporations through critical business strategy and performance-related issues. Since 1965, clients have engaged CRA for its combination of industry experience and rigorous, fact-based analysis that provide clients with clear, implementable solutions to complex business concerns.

Position Overview

CRA’s Forensic Services practice helps organizations uphold their commitment to integrity by supporting them and their counsel in responding independently to civil litigation and regulatory matters involving allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct, and noncompliance. We are recognized for deploying multidisciplinary teams of forensic professionals who deliver deeper insights and actionable value efficiently. Our goal is to help clients anticipate challenges, manage risk effectively, and emerge stronger and more resilient from complex events.

We seek a Senior Associate to join our Chicago, Boston, Washington DC, Los Angeles, Oakland, Houston, or New York office. As a Senior Associate, you will leverage CRA’s eDiscovery technology suite to process, organize, analyze, and deliver data-driven insights, while having frequent contact with senior leadership and project teams as a resource. Your responsibilities may include (but are not limited to):

• Executing on projects involving the identification, collection, processing, review, and production of data relevant to litigation or regulatory investigations;
• Supporting engagement planning - participating in project team execution, analysis, and work product;
• Interfacing with client personnel and implementing client discovery strategies;
• Preparing client communications/reports for project milestones and senior leadership;
• Implementing client data processing projects, including planning of processing specifications, search parameters, etc.;
• Implementing client data review within Relativity, including the use of technology assisted review and data analytics;
• Preparing and delivering data productions;
• Managing risk by implementing quality control measures and documentation;
• Participating in team recruiting and retention efforts and managing team morale. Manage the growth and professional development of junior staff members;
• Assisting in business development efforts by drafting proposals and coordinating with other practice areas within the firm.

Desired Qualifications

• 5-8 years conducting eDiscovery activities in large and complex environments.
• Deep and broad technical knowledge of current eDiscovery tools and technologies (Relativity);
• Familiarity of the complete Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) lifecycle, including but not limited to collection, processing, document reviews, production, privilege logs, and matter close-outs;
• Extensive experience preparing, executing, and quality controlling data productions;
• Demonstrated proficiency of analytical e-discovery processes and tools such as conceptual searching, generative AI, use and validation of technology-assisted review, e-mail threading, and textual near duplicate analysis;
• Multiple industry-standard certifications are preferred, with a preference for candidates holding Relativity Certified Administrator certifications;
• Strong policy, process and project management experience, with emphasis on assisting senior consultants with day-to-day management tasks;
• Excellent analytical, decision making and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to influence colleagues and implement initiatives across functions;
• Ability to excel under time-sensitive and strict-deadline environments;
• Demonstrates integrity, initiative and commitment in all interactions with colleagues and clients.

To be considered for a position in the United States, we require the following:

• 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.

If you are interested in applying for one of our international locations, please visit our Careers site to view and apply for available jobs.

Career Growth and Benefits

• CRA’s robust skills development programs encourage you to thrive as an individual and team member. Beginning with research and analysis skill building, training continues with technical training, presentation skills, internal seminars, and career mentoring and performance coaching from an assigned senior colleague. Additional leadership and collaboration opportunities exist through internal firm development activities.
• We offer a comprehensive total rewards program including a superior benefits package, wellness programming to support physical, mental, emotional and financial well-being, and in-house immigration support for foreign nationals and international business travelers.

Work Location Flexibility

CRA creates a work environment that enables our colleagues to benefit from being together in the office to best deliver on our promise of career growth, mentorship and inclusivity. At the same time, we recognize that individuals realize a range of benefits when working from home periodically. We currently expect that individuals spend at least 3 to 4 days a week working in the office (which may include traveling to another CRA office or to client meetings), with specific days determined in coordination with your practice or team.

Responsible AI Use in Recruiting

We believe that recruiting is fundamentally a human process, and we are committed to a hiring process that is consistent, transparent, and people-focused. While AI and other technology-enabled tools help our team operate more efficiently, we strive to provide every candidate with a personalized, thoughtful, and high-touch experience. As CRA invests significant human effort to find qualified members for our teams, we expect candidates to invest corresponding human effort to learn about CRA, prepare thoughtful application materials, and engage with our interviewers. Read more about appropriate hiring manager, recruiting team, and candidate AI at CRA on our website .

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 other compensation

A good-faith estimate of the annual base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $152,500. 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 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.