Junior Project Manager

Consilio; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal technology firm is seeking a Junior Project Manager to join their team in Cape Town. The candidate will manage the NetDocuments platform, optimizing workflows and supporting user training. Ideal for someone with experience in legal operations and document management. The role offers a chance to impact legal technology implementation positively.

Qualifications

• Experience with NetDocuments administration and configuration or similar.
• Familiarity with document management systems and compliance requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain the NetDocuments platform.
• Design and optimize document management workflows.
• Support user adoption through training and documentation.

Skills

NetDocuments administration

Document management systems

Process automation

Scripting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

PMP or similar certification

Tools

PowerShell

API

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Junior Project Manager within the legal technology space to join our legal operations team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, administration, and optimization of the NetDocuments platform to meet the needs of our legal and compliance teams. This role requires a deep understanding of document management workflows, legal technology, and process improvement.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain the NetDocuments platform for legal teams.
• Design and optimize document management workflows, templates, and workspace structures.
• Support user adoption by providing training, guidance, and documentation on NetDocuments features.
• Troubleshoot and resolve platform-related issues in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with IT, legal, and business teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Stay current with NetDocuments updates, features, and best practices to ensure optimal system performance.
• Assist in the integration of NetDocuments with other legal and business systems.
• Develop automated solutions, scripts, and tools to improve document management efficiency.
• Maintain compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policies concerning document handling and storage.

Qualifications

• Experience with NetDocuments administration and configuration or similar.
• Familiarity with document management systems, legal workflows, and compliance requirements.
• Experience with process automation, scripting, or integrations (e.g., PowerShell, API, or similar).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to train and support end-users effectively.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to data security and compliance

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a law firm or corporate legal environment.
• Knowledge of other legal technology platforms (e.g., iManage, HighQ, SharePoint).
• Project management experience in technology implementations.
• PMP or similar certification

Consilio’s True North Values

• ExcellenceWe strive to make every client our advocate
• PassionWe DO because we CARE
• CollaborationWe win together through teamwork and communication
• AgilityWe flex, adapt and embrace change
• PeopleWe value, respect and invest in our teammates
• VisionWe create clarity of purpose and a clear path forward

Consilio, LLC is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.