Document Review Manager

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Document Review Manager to join our Belfast office.

As part of the wider Advanced Delivery Legal (ADL) department, the Document Review Management (DRM) team support scoping, structuring and delivery of document review, including identifying threats and opportunities throughout the course of the review.

In this role, you will support the Document Review Senior Manager (DRSM) and play a crucial role in scoping reviews, cost and resource modeling, and ensuring the quality and consistency of document reviews.

What you will do

• Assist in cost and resource modelling aligned with the defined scope of reviews.
• Scope, define and manage deliverables, including identifying and managing risks and scope creep.
• Design, support and record the review methodology, including quality assurance and efficient use of technology.
• Ongoing monitoring and development of the Disputes document review delivery model.
• Establish and maintain solid working relationships with eDiscovery and wider Advanced Delivery teams.
• Maintain industry-specific knowledge through training, A&O Shearman courses and attendance at software demonstrations and other industry events.
• Establish A&O Shearman network relationships by jurisdiction and seek new, or advance existing, lines of service.
• Collate and analyse data to support the operating model for Disputes.
• Continue to refine, augment and challenge existing ways of working.
• Deliver training in person and virtually.
  

• Qualified solicitor or non-qualified legal professional with equivalent experience in an international law firm or professional services environment, specifically with a background in Disputes law and document review management.
• Experience in managing document review processes with an advanced knowledge of Relativity.
• Experience in Microsoft suite - Power BI, PowerPoint, Excel - with ability to present data effectively.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to consult and engage with stakeholders at various levels.
• Process-driven with the ability to implement process improvement and drive-change across the business.
• Good attention to detail.
• Proficiency in other relevant Legal Technology tools and an interest in AI.
• Strong organisational skills, with ability prioritize tasks effectively to meet key deadlines.

What we can offer you

At A&O Shearman, we recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services including GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, online discounts and lifestyle management services.

We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, allowing our people to work from home up to 40% of their working time. We do however remain committed to working together in person for the remaining 60% of time so that we can learn, grow and succeed together.