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Senior Consultant (Case Manager) eDiscovery | Technology | Multiple Locations

Posted May 01
Full Time
Chicago, Illinois

Who We Are
FTI Consulting is the world’s leading expert-driven consulting firm. Over the last 40 years, FTI Consulting experts have served as the trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and the world’s leading law and private equity firms when they are facing their greatest opportunities and challenges. Our strong performance and continued success are a direct reflection of the ambition, energy, and commitment of our talented professionals across the globe to make a positive impact for our clients and communities.
At FTI Consulting, you’ll be inspired and empowered to make an impact on headline matters that change history. Working side by side with the world’s leading experts in your field, you’ll be surrounded by an open collaborative culture that embraces diversity, recognition, professional development and most importantly, you.
There’s never been a more exciting time to join FTI Consulting and this is where you will do the most exciting and fulfilling work of your career.
Are you ready to make an impact?

About the Role
This Senior Consultant position is within FTI Consulting's Technology practice. FTI Technology utilizes modern review platforms for native document review and case management. A Senior Consultant is responsible for managing multiple aspects of specific client matters. Our practice primarily provides professional consulting services to corporations and law firms for coordinating document review and production using Relativity and/or Nuix Discover.
This is an ideal opportunity for someone who:
- Communicates well – is excellent at boiling down complex concepts to explain them simply via verbal and written communication.
- Is technically minded – all our work requires thinking in a logical, organized way about processes and sets of data.
- Works flexibly with a variety of team members – we work on a variety of projects at the same time, each of which can be staffed differently and with different client demands.
- Is eager and excited to learn – a positive, open-minded attitude will ensure quality work and bodes well for long-term career development.
- Works hard - while innovation is part of future success, everyone has common tasks that are part of the overall workflow and on which attention to detail and high-quality client service are crucial.
- Enjoys solving the impossible – we often receive requests that require us to consider difficult questions and develop new processes.
- Able to travel when requested.

What You'll Do
- Proactive project planning and driving including agenda setting and timelines, leading internal and external discussions, task management and monitoring deadlines.
- Serve as a primary point of contact for client/counsel including management of expectations and development of processes to successfully meet client end goals.
- Work collaboratively with multiple teams to ensure seamless completion of tasks and handoffs.
- Work to ensure a quality product and delivery of all work via QC checklists within established timeframes.
- Manage project staffing and resource allocation.
- Manage expenditures with budget estimates; maintain communication with client and project team regarding project scope and modifications.
- Identify risk and work with team to implement processes to mitigate.
- Introduce additional FTI services to clients as needs dictate.
- Provide superior client service in demanding, deadline-driven situations.
- Maintain professional image within the firm and project same to those outside the firm.

How You’ll Grow
The Senior Consultant, eDiscovery will have the opportunity to gain a wide range of experiences and skills across the full spectrum of service lines FTI Consulting Technology offers. The Senior Consultant will have access to working with senior leadership, learning from the best in the industry. The person in this role will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects and think outside the box.

What You Will Need To Succeed
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 3 years+ relevant experience utilizing eDiscovery technology (Relativity, Nuix Discover and/or Reveal).
- 3 years of legal / electronic discovery / case management.
- This role requires travel to clients and FTI offices, as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Strong proficiency with Windows and related software, such as Microsoft Excel.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Access and SharePoint is a plus.
- Moderate knowledge of technology, computers, and computer networking.
- Excellent communication and client interface skills (verbal and written).
- Outstanding client service in demanding, deadline–driven situations.