Director E-Discovery

Senior roles that offer real influence close collaboration with Partners and the chance to help shape a growing national practice dont come along often.

Our eDiscovery practice is growing and were looking for an accomplished E-Discovery professional to help shape its next chapter from Sydney.

Youll lead complex high-stakes engagements and advise senior clients and legal counsel working closely with Partners senior leaders and industry experts. This is a rare chance to make your mark grow the capability and build a high-performing team within a collaborative international practice.

Whats in it for you:

Influence that counts. Youll be a trusted adviser on high-stakes matters shaping strategy and outcomes that help clients achieve their goals and deliver lasting impact.

Build something lasting. Youll help drive the growth of the eDiscovery capability from client relationships to team capability.

Grow as a leader. Youll work side by side with the Partner and senior industry experts with dedicated mentoring and clear development opportunities to help you take your next step.

A national platform. Youll collaborate with colleagues across Australia New Zealand and Singapore and our other service lines to deliver integrated client solutions.

Lead on technology. Youll lead the adoption of AI-assisted review advanced analytics and technology-assisted review (TAR) across the team.

A culture that backs you. Youll join a collaborative inclusive team where knowledge is shared openly and people work together to help each other succeed.

In this role you will:

• Lead multiple large-scale eDiscovery engagements from start to finish with accountability for scope budget and deliverables.
• Design eDiscovery strategies and workflows tailored to each clients objectives.
• Build trusted relationships with senior clients legal counsel and key stakeholders.
• Win new work and lead proposals pitches and thought leadership with the Partner.
• Lead mentor and develop Managers Associates and Analysts.
• Oversee quality and risk so that all work is defensible and of the highest standard.

Qualifications :

• 610 years of eDiscovery experience in professional services consulting or legal environments including leading complex engagements.
• Expert command of Relativity Nuix Discover Reveal or similar platforms and of the full EDRM.
• Proven experience applying advanced analytics TAR and AI-assisted review.
• A growing network of clients and legal contacts and the drive to build it further.
• Demonstrated people leadership including coaching and developing Managers.
• Strong communication skills sound commercial judgement and a collaborative can-do approach.
• A degree in Law Computer Science or a related field. Relativity certifications are highly regarded.

Additional Information :

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Why Join Us

• Professional Development: Expert mentorship tailored training via KordaMentha Business School study support and our Accelerate program for Analysts to Associate Directors build your brand expand your network and gain strategic insights from senior leaders
• Flexibility: We champion work/life integration with options that fit your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Merit-based promotions secondments and opportunities to work alongside senior leaders on impactful projects.
• Leave That Works for You: Buy extra leave and access volunteer generous parental leave and career break options.
• Culture & Connection:Social events cultural celebrations be part of our diversity and inclusion program KMConnect.
• Family Support: Flexible parental leave and return-to-work support and resources for every stage of family life.
• Health & Wellbeing: Inclusive wellness initiatives and confidential and industry leading EAP for you and your family.

This isnt just a job its a place where your ambitions are nurtured your wellbeing is valued and your contributions celebrated. Ready to shape your future with us

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume via our online portal.

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Recruitment and Search Firms:

While your interest is appreciated KordaMentha does not take responsibility or accept charges for unsolicited approaches.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time