U.S. eDiscovery Director

About the role

A&O Shearman is a new global industry‑leading law firm with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries. The firm's fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world’s most dynamic markets enables unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. The in‑house eDiscovery team delivers core eDiscovery and data services to the Global Disputes practice groups, other internal departments, and clients. The U.S. eDiscovery Director is a senior‑level role based in New York, reporting to the eDiscovery Executive Director, and works with global eDiscovery stakeholders, fellow team members, firm business functions, and third‑party software/account representatives.

Responsibilities

• Driving eDiscovery business by fostering trusted relationships with Partners and external clients
• Providing expert guidance in the application of current technology including generative AI features and their use in culling data, reviewing documents and identifying key information
• Designing and implementing efficient and defensible workflows for investigations, discovery, cyber and other client‑data‑focused exercises
• Advising on data collection scope and method including potential use of third‑party forensic service providers
• Evaluating, testing and implementing new technologies
• Designing and presenting engaging education sessions for the global A&O Shearman network
• Developing and delivering presentations and documentation for internal and external marketing initiatives
• Continually improving best practices and sharing knowledge to enhance global eDiscovery team’s service
• Anticipating and proactively addressing business risk

Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years’ eDiscovery experience in a law firm and/or comparable professional services environment(s)
• Excellent customer‑oriented service ethos and client relationship management experience
• Extensive experience with Relativity (Relativity Master) and the aiR suite of AI tools
• Deep understanding of forensic data collection tools and techniques
• Relevant knowledge of current IT platforms typically connected with discovery exercises
• Command of relevant FRCP and regulator rules
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Excellent attention to detail including working methodically
• Ability to work apace and under pressure
• Flexibility to work beyond office hours on occasion
• Strong organizational skills, with ability to prioritize and multi‑task
• Willingness and ability to travel to other offices
• Degree in Law, Computer Science or other relevant discipline advantageous

Benefits

• Discretionary bonus
• Paid leave
• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan

Pay

The estimated annualized base salary range for this position is $230,000‑$292,000. The actual base salary offered will depend on the overall qualifications of the individual applicant and other job‑related factors permitted by law.