eDiscovery & Data Forensics - Vice President, Project Management

About the position

The Vice President of Project Management in eDiscovery & Data Forensics at AlixPartners is responsible for overseeing the e-discovery life cycle, ensuring efficient data collection and analysis for litigation and investigations. This role requires strong project management skills and the ability to engage with clients while providing expert guidance on data management strategies. The position is based in New York, Dallas, Chicago, or Washington DC and involves a hybrid work model that includes both in-person and remote work.

Responsibilities

• Establish and implement protocols for the e-discovery life cycle, including internal standards and best practices for preservation and collection of electronic evidence.
• Find, compile, organize, categorize, and verify case-critical data across the full life cycle of the eDiscovery process.
• Master a range of industry standard software tools to perform custom solutions to client requirements.
• Identify and address client needs, actively participate in client discussions and meetings.
• Advise clients on data collection for large scale litigation cases, including document retention and chain-of-custody procedures.
• Create and manage large data sets.
• Use a problem-solving approach to overcome unexpected technical and operational challenges.
• Ensure clients' electronic files are easily accessible for potential litigation.
• Communicate with clients and colleagues in both written and oral form, including drafting reports and presentations.
• Perform quality control review over work product.
• Train other professional staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; area of study in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related preferred.
• 3 - 6 years of professional or consulting experience in eDiscovery preferred.
• Strong project management skills including the ability to balance multiple tasks, self-prioritize tasks, prepare detailed documentation, and meet deadlines.
• Preferred working experience with products or tools such as EnCase, Cellebrite, BlackBag, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, Microsoft .NET framework, Microsoft Access, SQL, Microsoft Exchange and Lotus Notes/Domino.
• Mastery-level experience with Relativity, Brainspace, and MDM; certifications in any of these platforms is a strong plus.
• Experience working on litigation matters and regulatory and corporate investigations alongside legal teams.
• Ability to engage technically while also bringing commercial acumen and client-facing confidence.
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment, as well as independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

Nice-to-haves

• Willingness to work outside of normal U.S. business hours as unique projects/needs arise.
• A professional demeanor with strong communication and presentation skills.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401K
• Tuition reimbursement
• Identity theft protection
• Mental wellness support
• Generous paid leave policy