Senior Project Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Project Manager in New York, NY.Responsibilities:Develop, document, and promote best practices for leveraging AI/GenAI-enabled and automation technologiesCoordinate the identification, preservation, collection, processing, review, and production of ESI and paper filesTrack and analyze incoming client data; Design workflows and databases tailored to matter requirementsDevelop strategic recommendations, project plans, and budgets for legal technology initiatives; Report regularly on progress and statusCollaborate with deal and matter teams to scope legal technology needs and implement tailored solutionsServe as a trusted advisor to senior and demanding legal stakeholders, providing consultative leadership on complex and evolving matters, guiding teams through ambiguity, and delivering strategic, defensible solutions in high-pressure environmentsServe as a consultative resource for disputes-related legal technology, advising lawyers on appropriate use cases and workflows for tools (i.e., Relativity, VincentAI, Legora, Opus 2, Clearbrief, etc.), while collaborating with existing platform owners for hands-on configuration, training, and administrationAdvise attorneys on best practices for legal technology and eDiscoveryProvide hands-on support and training for legal technology platforms; Maintain in-depth knowledge of vendor toolsGuide case teams in effective document management, matter workflows, and discovery practicesCommunicate with case teams regarding discovery management, including budget updates, production planning, and project reportingAssist with client IT interviews and draft related questionnairesContribute to firm knowledge management through the development of playbooks, templates, training programs, CLEs, and cross-functional boot campsCoordinate and support domestic and international travel for client engagements and case-related needsREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor's degree preferred; RCA Certification strongly preferredPMP, ACEDS, or other project management/business analysis certifications a plus8+ years of legal technology experience, preferably in AmLaw100 firms, Big 4, or eDiscovery vendorsProven track record managing complex electronic discovery projects, including government investigations and cross-border mattersDeep understanding of the eDiscovery lifecycle, legal standards (EDRM, Sedona), and evolving case lawExperience with litigation workflowsStrong knowledge of data processing, vendor deliverables, and database/workflow design for review and analysisIn-depth, hands-on experience with eDiscovery tools (e.g., AI/GenAI, TAR) and legal tech platforms including, but not limited to, Relativity/Relativity aiR, VenioOne, Nuix, eZReview, Trial Director, CaseRooms, Opus Magnum, Clearbrief, VincentAI, Legora, and other similar toolsStrong technical knowledge of information retrieval, archiving systems, and emerging legal technologiesAbility to train users in firm applications; Experience in classroom settings is a plusExceptional communication, interpersonal, and client service skills, with the ability to collaborate across all levelsSkilled in managing time, resources, and priorities to meet or exceed service level agreementsHighly organized with strong attention to detail and a proactive, solutions-oriented mindsetLocation and Reporting:This role is based in NYFirm Hybrid Work Policy: 4 Days in-office/1 Day remoteThis role reports to a Manager in Practice Technology DisputesThis role has formal management responsibility for:Representing Practice Technology Disputes globally, including outreach and brandingProviding Practice Technology solutions to our lawyers/clients globallyCollaborating with the other groups under Practice SolutionsProviding support to the Practice Technology Disputes team members globallyThe pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.By clicking ?Apply Today? you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages or emails from Kforce and its affiliates, and service providers. Note that if you choose to communicate with Kforce via text messaging the frequency may vary, and message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You will always have the right to cease communicating via text by using key words such as STOP.

Created: 2026-05-09