Senior eDiscovery Project Manager

Jackson Lewis P.C.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Jackson Lewis P.C. is seeking a Senior E Discovery Project Manager to lead end-to-end eDiscovery workflows, litigation support services, technology solutions, and related operational processes.

You will partner with attorneys, clients, vendors, and internal teams to ensure discovery matters are executed efficiently, defensibly, and on deadlines. This role requires advanced Relativity experience and a proven track record in managing complex matters; it also includes a 1,500 yearly billing target.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of litigation support or eDiscovery experience.
• Minimum 5 years in senior project management or leadership.
• Advanced knowledge of EDRM and Relativity platform.
• Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary operational contact for assigned matters.
• Manage discovery from intake through production and closure.
• Coordinate workflows among attorneys, clients, vendors, and teams.
• Oversee electronic data collections and productions.
• Lead processing, hosting, review, analytics, and production workflows.
• Create and administer Relativity workspaces.
• Manage document productions and QA processes.
• Leverage analytics and AI-enabled review technologies.
• Manage relationships with discovery vendors and service providers.
• Meet the 1,500 yearly billing requirement.

Skills

Litigation support

eDiscovery

Project management

EDRM

Relativity

Vendor management

Communication

Education

PMP certification

CEDS

RCA

Tools

Relativity

Job description

Focused on employment and labor law since 1958, Jackson Lewis P.C.’s 1,000+ attorneys located in major cities nationwide consistently identify and respond to new ways workplace law intersects business. We help employers develop proactive strategies, strong policies and business-oriented solutions to cultivate high-functioning workforces that are engaged and stable, and share our clients’ goals to emphasize belonging and respect for the contributions of every employee.

The Firm is ranked in the First Tier nationally in the category of Labor and Employment Litigation, as well as in both Employment Law and Labor Law on behalf of Management, in the U.S. News - Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”.

Position Summary

The Senior E Discovery Project Manager serves as an operational leader for discovery and litigation support matters and is responsible for managing the end-to-end execution of eDiscovery workflows, litigation support services, technology solutions, and operational processes.

This position partners closely with attorneys, clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders to ensure discovery matters are executed efficiently, defensibly, and in accordance with established protocols and deadlines.

This role does not provide legal advice, establish preservation obligations, make privilege determinations, or develop legal discovery strategy. Matters requiring legal judgment are escalated to eDiscovery Counsel or designated attorneys.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary operational point of contact for assigned matters.
• Manage discovery matters from intake through final production and case closure.
• Coordinate discovery workflows across attorneys, clients, vendors, and internal teams.
• Coordinate and manage electronic data collections.
• Oversee processing, hosting, review, analytics, and production workflows.
• Create and administer Relativity workspaces.
• Manage document productions and quality assurance processes.
• Leverage analytics and AI-enabled review technologies.
• Manage relationships with discovery vendors and service providers.
• 1,500 yearly billing requirement.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of litigation support, eDiscovery, discovery operations, or project management experience.
• Minimum 5 years in a senior project management or operational leadership capacity.
• Advanced knowledge of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM).
• Advanced Relativity experience.
• Experience managing multiple complex matters simultaneously.
• Exceptional project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• CEDS
• RCA
• PMP certification
• Experience supporting labor and employment litigation

For New York, the expected salary range for this position is between $158,000 and $180,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

For California, the expected salary range for this position is between $158,000 and $180,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

For Massachusetts, the expected salary range for this position is between $151,000 and $172,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

For Illinois, the expected salary range for this position is between $151,000 and $172,000. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law. This position is also eligible for annual bonuses.

Jackson Lewis offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Account
• Firm-paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Employee assistance program and other firm benefits

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other characteristics protected by law.