EDiscovery Senior Manager
Listed on 2026-07-01
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IT/Tech
Data Security, IT Project Manager, IT Business Analyst, Information Security
eDiscovery Senior Manager
Location:
McLean, Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time | Onsite (5 Days/Week) Work Model: 5 days onsite + 6 remote weeks annually + Summer remote Fridays
Work Environment
Hybrid flexibility with primarily onsite presence in McLean, VA High-impact legal operations role within financial services Fast-paced environment supporting litigation, investigations, and regulatory matters Collaboration with legal, compliance, IT, and external vendors The eDiscovery Senior Manager leads eDiscovery & Data Management operations, ensuring efficient, compliant, and defensible handling of legal data. This role is responsible for team leadership, process optimization, legal hold management, and end-to-end discovery lifecycle execution, while aligning with evolving technologies and industry standards.
Key ResponsibilitieseDiscovery & Data Management Leadership
Oversee end-to-end eDiscovery lifecycle (EDRM) Manage data collection, processing, hosting, and production Ensure data integrity and compliance across all legal matters
Team Leadership & Management
Lead, mentor, and develop eDiscovery team members Allocate resources and manage workload across projects Provide guidance on technical challenges and priorities
Legal Hold & Compliance
Manage legal hold processes and data preservation Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements Support litigation, investigations, and regulatory requests
Process Improvement & Strategy
Identify opportunities for efficiency and process optimization Develop and implement policies, procedures, and workflows Stay aligned with industry trends and emerging technologies (AI, automation)
Stakeholder Collaboration
Partner with legal, compliance, IT, and external vendors Provide strategic advisory on discovery approach and execution Coordinate document review and departmental activities
Must-Have QualificationsBachelor's degree required 10+ years of experience in eDiscovery / Legal Data Management 2+ years of team leadership or management experience Strong knowledge of:
EDRM (eDiscovery lifecycle) Legal hold and data preservation processes Experience managing litigation support and regulatory data requests Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
Preferred QualificationsExperience in financial services or regulated industries Exposure to AI tools and legal tech advancements Strong technical + business acumen Experience managing multiple stakeholders and projects
Core SkillseDiscovery (EDRM Lifecycle) Legal Hold & Data Governance Litigation Support & Compliance Team Leadership & Resource Management Process Improvement & Automation Stakeholder Collaboration Legal Technology & AI Awareness
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