eDiscovery Project Manager
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Sponsorship likelihood
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Salary
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£58,200
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2131 (64% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £58,200, and Charles Russell Speechlys is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
This could also be SOC 3520 (Legal associate professionals) or SOC 2440 (Business and financial project management professionals). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2131 IT project managers Most likely code | £40,700 | £46,600 | £52,400 | £58,200 |
3520 Legal associate professionals Also possible | £33,400 | £41,700 | £41,700 | £41,700 |
2440 Business and financial project management professionals Also possible | £39,500 | £45,200 | £50,800 | £56,500 |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
The eDiscovery Project Manager will play a key role within the Firm’s Data Privacy and eDiscovery function, supporting the efficient management of electronic discovery processes, data subject rights requests, and related compliance activities.
Reporting to the Data Privacy Officer (DPO), the eDiscovery Project Manager will work with the eDiscovery Manager by providing technical support, predominantly on file reviews, transfers and data subject access requests (DSARs), as part of the Firm’s in-house compliance and regulatory requirements. In addition, the eDiscovery Project Manager may be required to assist fee-earning teams, such as Employment, Litigation and Dispute Resolution, with eDiscovery for disputes and claims.
The ideal candidate will possess knowledge of litigation, DSARs and file transfer processes, document management and access to data and data organisation, have a broad range of experience in applied technology and be able to make recommendations to improve our practices and implement the best technical and practical solutions.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Manage end-to-end eDiscovery projects across the firm, including scoping, data collection, processing, review, and production for both internal compliance matters and fee earner client work.
- Partner with fee-earning teams across practice areas including Litigation, Employment, Dispute Resolution, and Corporate to deliver eDiscovery support for disputes, investigations, and transactional due diligence.
- Advise stakeholders on eDiscovery best practices, technology solutions, and defensible workflows to ensure efficient and compliant handling of electronically stored information.
- Support the selection, implementation, and ongoing management of eDiscovery platforms and tools, ensuring they meet the needs of both compliance and client-facing work.
- Coordinate data collection and preservation activities, working with IT, Information Security, and matter teams to ensure defensibility and chain of custody.
Skills and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience in eDiscovery project management within a law firm, legal services provider, or corporate legal department.
- Strong working knowledge of eDiscovery platforms and tools (e.g. Relativity, Nuix, Concordance, or similar).
- Understanding of the litigation lifecycle, disclosure obligations under the Civil Procedure Rules, and data protection legislation including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
- Experience managing data collection, processing, review, and production workflows.
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver to deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Desirable
- Relevant professional qualification or certification in eDiscovery, project management, or information governance (e.g. ACEDS, CIPP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
- Experience with technology-assisted review (TAR), predictive coding, or AI-powered review tools.
- Experience handling data subject access requests (DSARs) and regulatory investigations.
- Knowledge of digital forensics principles and data preservation techniques.
- Experience working with external eDiscovery vendors and managing third-party service providers.
Person Specification
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to convey complex technical and legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences including fee earners, clients, and IT teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a methodical approach to managing large volumes of data and identifying efficient solutions.
- Highly organised with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy when working under pressure or to tight deadlines.
- Adaptable and resilient, able to respond effectively to changing priorities and manage competing demands across multiple projects.
- Collaborative team player who builds trusted working relationships and works effectively across departments and with external providers.
- Proactive and self-motivated, with the confidence to take ownership of projects and drive them through to completion.
- Commercial awareness with an understanding of how eDiscovery supports client service delivery and the firm’s business objectives.
- Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with developments in eDiscovery technology and best practices.
Hybrid working - We adopt a hybrid and flexible working approach, dependent on the requirements of the role and subject to manager approval.
Charles Russell Speechlys is an Equal Opportunities Employer, and we are committed to developing an increasingly diverse, inclusive and supportive culture where everyone can be themselves, feel valued, and that they can thrive and belong. Please see here for more information on our employee-led DEI Networks.
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Where this offer sits in the market
IT project managers (SOC 2131) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~34k in sample- Middle half £42,744–73,268
- Median £57,824
- Going rate £58,200
- Threshold £41,700
- New entrant £40,700–52,400
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Charles Russell Speechlys holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 2131 going rate of £58,200. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.