Sidley Austin LLP is a leading law firm seeking a Project Management Specialist to assist with large scale projects related to legal technology solutions. The role involves providing consultative support, applying project management strategies, and assisting the LSPS Project Management team with e-discovery support and technology applications.
Responsibilities
- Assist the LSPS Project Management team meet case or project objectives through delivery of legal technology services
- At the direction of the LSPS Project Managers, provide e-discovery support, including, but not limited to, data collection, data processing and culling, digital document productions, and application support and training
- Become proficient in project management workflows for standard litigation technology applications such as Relativity Processing and Review, Nuix, LAW, etc
- Become proficient in basic end-user support for standard litigation technology applications such as Relativity Processing and Review, Nuix, LAW, etc
- Become proficient in all department workflows and best practices and apply the same to the delivery of client services
- Review work completed by members of the department and where applicable, provide feedback and recommendations to department management
- Provide after-hours support for case teams and/or clients, and work overtime as necessary
- Participate in the department on-call rotation, including working alternative hours during on-call period
- Assist with the delivery of service using both internal and external resources
- Exhibit overall business awareness as it relates to the goals and objectives of the department
- Keep abreast of current technologies, strategies and solutions relating to e-discovery and legal technology
- Performs other tasks as directed by partners, senior counsel, associates, of counsel, or Senior Firm Management
Skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Problem solving and decision-making skills
- Strong documentation skills
- Strong organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Good judgment
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
- Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
- Able to work under pressure
- Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
Benefits
- Bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive benefits program
Company Overview
Sidley is an elite global law firm. It was founded in 1866, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.sidley.com.Company H1B Sponsorship
Sidley Austin LLP has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 2 in 2026, 51 in 2025, 36 in 2024, 17 in 2023, 33 in 2022, 20 in 2021, 23 in 2020. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.