E-Discovery Project Manager

E-Discovery Project ManagerThe E-Discovery Project Manager is an integral part of Latham's Practice Support Services team. This role will be responsible for managing all aspects of a Litigation matter, while acting as a trusted advisor and primary liaison with case team members with the goal of owning the service delivery relationship. This role will be located in our San Francisco, Silicon Valley, San Diego, or our Los Angeles office in Century City. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.Responsibilities & QualificationsOther key responsibilities include:Providing project coordination across multiple teams while ensuring an excellent client experienceCollaborating with the eDiscovery Solutions Attorneys to develop and implement best practices for handling clients' electronically stored information (ESI)Understanding client needs and expectations, ensuring requirements are documented, communicated, and incorporated into project plansDeveloping comprehensive project plans and timelines for eDiscovery projectsOverseeing project budgets and financial considerations, ensuring projects are within budget; communicating with stakeholders when scope and/or issues arise that could impact costs for the clientProtecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham & Watkins retainsWe'd love to hear from you if you:Demonstrate advanced operational skills and expertise with legal processes, electronic discovery best practices, and the ability to advise case teams accordinglyExhibit in-depth knowledge of IT systems architecture including server systems, email systems, database systems, telecommunications systems, mobile devices, social media, and cloud storage and implications for eDiscoveryPossess expert level knowledge of forensics collection methodologies, ESI processing and document review technologiesAnd have:A bachelor's degree or equivalent; six (6) years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degreeA certification in project management or eDiscovery practices (ex. PMP and/or CEDS), preferablyA minimum of six (6) years of experience in electronic discovery consulting, project management, and litigation support, including data processing and document review platformsPrior experience handling second requests, preferablyBenefits & Additional InformationSuccessful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham's comprehensive benefit program which includes:Healthcare, life and disability insuranceA generous 401k planAt least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenureWell-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)Professional development programsEmployee discountsAffinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staffLatham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.Pay Range: USD $120,000.00 - USD $170,000.00 /Yr.