Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP
Manager,eDiscoveryTechnology
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“Manager, eDiscovery Technology at Simpson Thacher & Bartlett LLP. Skills: eDiscovery Technology, RelativityOne, Workflow Automation, AI-assisted Review. Provide technical expertise. Administer RelativityOne”
Industry & Context.
Troubleshoot performance issues; Troubleshoot configuration issues
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in IT or CS, 7+ years eDiscovery experience, 3+ years law firm experience, Advanced RelativityOne expertise, Proven AI-assisted review experience, Familiarity with secondary platforms, Proficiency with modern data sources, Ability to automate workflows, Understanding of FRCP, Understanding of defensibility, Understanding of chain-of-custody, Understanding of privacy frameworks, Understanding of compliance frameworks, Exceptional communication skills, Ability to guide attorneys, Deep Relativity One workflow configuration
Nice to Have
JD or advanced degree, Relativity RCA certification, Relativity R1 Pro certification, Relativity Analytics Specialist certification, Relativity Expert-level credentials, PMP or equivalent training
What You'll Do.
Provide technical expertise
Administer RelativityOne
Configure RelativityOne
Manage RelativityOne analytics
Process RelativityOne data
Manage RelativityOne productions
Optimize RelativityOne performance
Troubleshoot RelativityOne
Consult on metadata integrity
Consult on search methodology
Consult on privilege screening
Consult on defensible workflow
Support secondary platforms
Process modern data sources
Manage Google Workspace data
Manage Salesforce data
Manage mobile device data
Manage cloud repository data
Automate workflows using scripts
Automate workflows using APIs
Automate workflows using PowerShell
Automate workflows using Python
Automate workflows using Relativity scripts
Maintain security posture
Maintain audit trails
Ensure secure data transfers
Lead EDRM workflow consultations
Conduct search strategy consultations
Align technical workflows with legal strategy
Design complex search strategies
Design culling strategies
Design advanced analytics
Design TAR/CAL workflows
Design defensible validation approaches
Perform quality control
Maintain defensibility documentation
Develop workflow documentation
Develop knowledge articles
Deliver training sessions
Conduct enablement sessions
Evaluate emerging technologies
Incorporate innovations into processes
Troubleshoot RelativityOne performance issues
Troubleshoot RelativityOne configuration issues
Provide timely updates to case teams
Identify workload prioritization
Support budget development
Support SOW development
Support internal analytics
Support operational reporting
Maintain knowledge of legal tech trends
Maintain knowledge of analytics capabilities
Maintain knowledge of regulatory expectations
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Cross-functional leadership; Consult with attorneys; Consult with case teams; Partner with vendors; Train internal teams
Communication Scope
Exceptional communication; Guide stakeholders
Process & Methodology
Project management training
Full Job Description
Job Summary & Objectives The Legal eDiscovery Technology Manager is a highly skilled senior individual contributor responsible for leading the firm’s technical eDiscovery capabilities across all phases of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM). The role provides expert‑level hands‑on support in RelativityOne and adjacent platforms, architects defensible workflows, deploys advanced analytics and AI‑assisted review, and delivers critical guidance to attorneys and case teams on complex, high‑stakes matters. This role focuses on deep technical mastery, strategic consulting, and cross‑functional leadership in processes, technology innovation, and best practices. This position is designed as the technical anchor of the team, and serves as the primary progression step toward the Senior Legal eDiscovery Technology Manager role, where leadership and strategic responsibilities expand. Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities **eDiscovery Technology & Platform Expertise** * Provide day to day technical (Relativity One) expertise to eDiscovery stakeholders * Serve as the firm’s primary hands‑on technical expert for RelativityOne, including administration, configuration, analytics, processing, productions, performance optimization, and troubleshooting. * Provide advanced consultation on metadata integrity, search methodology, privilege screening, and defensible workflow design. * Support and advise on secondary platforms (Reveal, Everlaw, Nuix, Logikcull) when matter needs require diversification. * Manage and process modern data sources including M365/Purview, Teams, Slack, Zoom, WhatsApp, Google Workspace, Salesforce, mobile device data, and cloud repositories. * Automate workflows using Relativity scripts, APIs, PowerShell, or Python to improve efficiency and consistency * Maintain strong security posture through access controls, audit trails, secure data transfers, and workspace oversight **Case Team Support & Workflow Leadership** * Lead consultations on defensible
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