Senior Project Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Project Manager in New York, NY.

Responsibilities:
* Develop, document, and promote best practices for leveraging AI/GenAI-enabled and automation technologies
* Coordinate the identification, preservation, collection, processing, review, and production of ESI and paper files
* Track and analyze incoming client data; Design workflows and databases tailored to matter requirements
* Develop strategic recommendations, project plans, and budgets for legal technology initiatives; Report regularly on progress and status
* Collaborate with deal and matter teams to scope legal technology needs and implement tailored solutions
* Serve as a trusted advisor to senior and demanding legal stakeholders, providing consultative leadership on complex and evolving matters, guiding teams through ambiguity, and delivering strategic, defensible solutions in high-pressure environments
* Serve as a consultative resource for disputes-related legal technology, advising lawyers on appropriate use cases and workflows for tools (i.e., Relativity, VincentAI, Legora, Opus 2, Clearbrief, etc.), while collaborating with existing platform owners for hands-on configuration, training, and administration
* Advise attorneys on best practices for legal technology and eDiscovery
* Provide hands-on support and training for legal technology platforms; Maintain in-depth knowledge of vendor tools
* Guide case teams in effective document management, matter workflows, and discovery practices
* Communicate with case teams regarding discovery management, including budget updates, production planning, and project reporting
* Assist with client IT interviews and draft related questionnaires
* Contribute to firm knowledge management through the development of playbooks, templates, training programs, CLEs, and cross-functional boot camps
* Coordinate and support domestic and international travel for client engagements and case-related needs

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree preferred; RCA Certification strongly preferred
* PMP, ACEDS, or other project management/business analysis certifications a plus
* 8+ years of legal technology experience, preferably in AmLaw100 firms, Big 4, or eDiscovery vendors
* Proven track record managing complex electronic discovery projects, including government investigations and cross-border matters
* Deep understanding of the eDiscovery lifecycle, legal standards (EDRM, Sedona), and evolving case law
* Experience with litigation workflows
* Strong knowledge of data processing, vendor deliverables, and database/workflow design for review and analysis
* In-depth, hands-on experience with eDiscovery tools (e.g., AI/GenAI, TAR) and legal tech platforms including, but not limited to, Relativity/Relativity aiR, VenioOne, Nuix, eZReview, Trial Director, CaseRooms, Opus Magnum, Clearbrief, VincentAI, Legora, and other similar tools
* Strong technical knowledge of information retrieval, archiving systems, and emerging legal technologies
* Ability to train users in firm applications; Experience in classroom settings is a plus
* Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and client service skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levels
* Skilled in managing time, resources, and priorities to meet or exceed service level agreements
* Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Location and Reporting:
* This role is based in NY
* Firm Hybrid Work Policy: 4 Days in-office/1 Day remote
* This role reports to a Manager in Practice Technology Disputes

This role has formal management responsibility for:
* Representing Practice Technology Disputes globally, including outreach and branding
* Providing Practice Technology solutions to our lawyers/clients globally
* Collaborating with the other groups under Practice Solutions
* Providing support to the Practice Technology Disputes team members globally

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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