Client Services Manager

KLDiscovery, a global leader in eDiscovery, is seeking a Manager, Client Services. Under the direction of a Client Services Director, the Client Services Manager will provide direct management of a project management team. As such, the Client Services Manager will be responsible for the oversight, leadership, and development and coaching of all members of their team, consisting of Senior Project Managers, Project Managers and Associate Project Managers. The Client Services Manager will build and maintain relationships with clients supported by their team. In addition, this highly collaborative position will partner with internal support and development organizations to ensure comprehensive and efficient service is delivered to KLDiscovery's clients. The Client Services Manager will also provide direct project level support including consultation, serving as an escalation point, and providing a load-balancing function during peak periods.

Responsibilities

Client service quality - this is the absolute highest priority for the Client Services team. Management must oversee service delivery of all direct reports to ensure the best quality of project management and consultation is provided to our clients

Team development - initiate proactive coaching opportunities to PM team members to strengthen skills and knowledge around client communication and interaction, client service delivery, internal workflows and technology, and team collaboration. The manager will provide constructive feedback and recommendations to team members as needed

Support for team members - management will ensure PM team members are well supported, serving not only as an escalation point internally and externally, but also to aid PM's in building the proper support structure around larger matters and in situations where case coverage will be needed for either PTO or other circumstances.

Conduct performance reviews and make appropriate recommendations for employee growth and development

Assign projects to team members, monitor and manage PM utilization and work allocation, coordinate case coverage when Project Managers are out of the office, ensure proper case transition between Project Managers

Work with PM and OPS management to develop and strengthen internal processes and workflows to ensure efficiency, and work product is delivered at the highest possible level.

Collaborate with team members and management across KLlDiscovery on organization-wide initiatives and efforts, with an emphasis on optimal customer service to our clients

Exceptional analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills; ability to proactively and independently resolve complex issues

The ability to effectively and adeptly communicate (verbally and in writing) externally with clients and internally with all levels of the organization to successfully accomplish objectives portraying knowledge and confidence

The ability to motivate others to perform at maximum efficiency without sacrificing quality of the services delivered extensive knowledge of the principles and concepts of project management

Knowledge of the concepts, principles, management and processing of electronically stored information (ESI) as they relate to legal matters

Knowledge of the use of hosted discovery management applications and tools

Knowledge of Windows Operating Systems (desktop and network), network storage and archival technologies

Expert‑level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Extensive knowledge of litigation support applications such as Ringtail, eDiscovery Review, Relativity, Introspect

Work early morning, evening or weekend hours as needed

Handle additional special projects, as assigned

Occasional travel required (0 to 10%)

Requirements

5 plus years of experience in litigation support, legal practice or related legal or e‑discovery industry

Previous leadership experience is preferred

Demonstrate key leadership traits

Demonstrate integrity, accountability, respect and commitment to KLDiscovery

Demonstrate excellence in managing all functions of the job

Apply the knowledge and skills required to perform at the highest level

Demonstrate best practices in professional relationships

Focus on job execution and achieving optimal results

Take personal responsibility for performance; sets annual performance goals for self; and work with leadership to understand goals and opportunities for growth

Demonstrate honesty and professionalism in performing job; engage with others with respect, trust and dignity; exhibit a positive attitude and contribute to high morale

Manage workload by setting priorities in collaboration with leadership; demonstrate exceptional ability to multi‑task; organize work and manage time to achieve maximum efficiency; utilize staff to achieve tactical goals of the organization and delivery of superior client service in support of their projects

Support the team and our clients by understanding the issues and needs while utilizing our support partners and other organizational resources to deliver support internally and deliver superior service externally; demonstrate efficiency and effectiveness in performing work; communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing

Demonstrate knowledge and expertise in functional area; understand business process and apply best practices to achieve best results; demonstrate knowledge of clients and KLDiscovery's organizational structure; demonstrate knowledge and understanding of KLDiscovery's internal support groups

Actively identify and contribute ideas that drive the strategic and tactical goals of the organization; constantly evaluate processes and procedures to ensure exceptional client support; proactively seeks feedback and suggestions from staff and clients to understand, meet and exceed expectations

Set and meet annual performance and development goals; apply processes and methodologies to perform work; demonstrate flexibility by supporting special requests and projects; comply with policies and procedures; utilize systems and resources to achieve optimal results.

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