Secretariat Advisors LLC
Director Disputes and Investigations
Secretariat Advisors LLC, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Director Disputes and Investigations
Job Description:ABOUT THE FIRMSecretariat is a world-class independent expert advisory services firm that provides expert witness, litigation support, investigative and advisory services to top companies and leading law firms on significant litigation matters and bet-the-company disputes and investigations. Specifically, Secretariat specializes in securities litigation, M&A disputes, international arbitrations, general commercial disputes, economic damages, and a variety of forensic accounting investigations.Secretariat is a diversified international expert services firm with more than 500 professionals in 20+ cities around the globe. Furthermore, Secretariat was recently ranked as the #1 firm in Global Arbitration Review’s GAR 100 Expert Witness Firms’ Power Index.We are currently seeking talented Global Investigations and Disputes Professionals.ABOUT THE GLOBAL INVESTIGATIONS AND DISPUTES TEAMAs part of our expanding Global Investigations and Disputes team, you will work at the forefront of today’s most complex business challenges. Our expert team includes forensic accountants, certified fraud examiners, digital forensic specialists, big data experts, and former regulators – all working in concert to provide investigative, business intelligence, and regulatory advisory solutions.We are looking for a Director to join our Global Investigations and Disputes practice. As part of the team, you will be engaged in eDiscovery and AI work including managing client interactions and deliverables in large scale discovery matters. The Director has overall responsibility for client onboarding, training and project support for attorneys and para-professionals involved in big data cases.The Director role is an all-encompassing role that incorporates the management of client assignments, proactively identifying and participating in business development activities, and coaching and developing junior team members.RESPONSIBILITIESManage engagements from start to finish, including designing and implementing the investigation plan, allocating and managing team members, reporting and presenting the investigation findings, and maintaining responsibility for the budget and administrative aspects. Maintain the highest quality of client service throughout the assignment.Be an operational client-facing member of the assignment team, requiring the ability to develop and maintain client relationships and manage expectations.Participate in business development by identifying potential new clients and business leads, as well as developing your own professional network through attendance at relevant conferences and events.Engage in marketing activities including drafting articles, participating in webinars/seminars, and supporting and promoting Secretariat events.Prepare and present as part of a team, pitches, and commercial/technical proposals for prospective clients.Demonstrate appropriate judgment when considering risks – both to the client and to Secretariat – arising from the assignment.Coach and develop junior members of the team including providing feedback, both on an ad hoc basis and as part of the appraisal process.QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college or MBA.8+ years of prior experience in eDiscovery.Prior experience at a specialty consulting firm is a plus but will consider other commensurate experience in law firms, corporations or litigation support firms.Deep experience with Relativity and RelativityOne. Certification as RelativityOne Certified Pro is a must.Excellent verbal communication and report writing skills.Strong presentation skills.Excellent analytical and problem resolution abilities.The ability to work independently whilst knowing which issues and risks need to be highlighted to senior staff.The ability to manage team members, both junior and senior, as well as external stakeholders.The ability to manage and prioritize your time against competing deadlines.Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and PowerPoint. Expertise in SQL, R, and other database or statistical programs are a plus.This position is a hybrid work from home and office.The desire to join in with, and/or lead, auxiliary tasks associated with a developing practice within a rapidly growing firm.Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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Job Description:ABOUT THE FIRMSecretariat is a world-class independent expert advisory services firm that provides expert witness, litigation support, investigative and advisory services to top companies and leading law firms on significant litigation matters and bet-the-company disputes and investigations. Specifically, Secretariat specializes in securities litigation, M&A disputes, international arbitrations, general commercial disputes, economic damages, and a variety of forensic accounting investigations.Secretariat is a diversified international expert services firm with more than 500 professionals in 20+ cities around the globe. Furthermore, Secretariat was recently ranked as the #1 firm in Global Arbitration Review’s GAR 100 Expert Witness Firms’ Power Index.We are currently seeking talented Global Investigations and Disputes Professionals.ABOUT THE GLOBAL INVESTIGATIONS AND DISPUTES TEAMAs part of our expanding Global Investigations and Disputes team, you will work at the forefront of today’s most complex business challenges. Our expert team includes forensic accountants, certified fraud examiners, digital forensic specialists, big data experts, and former regulators – all working in concert to provide investigative, business intelligence, and regulatory advisory solutions.We are looking for a Director to join our Global Investigations and Disputes practice. As part of the team, you will be engaged in eDiscovery and AI work including managing client interactions and deliverables in large scale discovery matters. The Director has overall responsibility for client onboarding, training and project support for attorneys and para-professionals involved in big data cases.The Director role is an all-encompassing role that incorporates the management of client assignments, proactively identifying and participating in business development activities, and coaching and developing junior team members.RESPONSIBILITIESManage engagements from start to finish, including designing and implementing the investigation plan, allocating and managing team members, reporting and presenting the investigation findings, and maintaining responsibility for the budget and administrative aspects. Maintain the highest quality of client service throughout the assignment.Be an operational client-facing member of the assignment team, requiring the ability to develop and maintain client relationships and manage expectations.Participate in business development by identifying potential new clients and business leads, as well as developing your own professional network through attendance at relevant conferences and events.Engage in marketing activities including drafting articles, participating in webinars/seminars, and supporting and promoting Secretariat events.Prepare and present as part of a team, pitches, and commercial/technical proposals for prospective clients.Demonstrate appropriate judgment when considering risks – both to the client and to Secretariat – arising from the assignment.Coach and develop junior members of the team including providing feedback, both on an ad hoc basis and as part of the appraisal process.QUALIFICATIONSA minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college or MBA.8+ years of prior experience in eDiscovery.Prior experience at a specialty consulting firm is a plus but will consider other commensurate experience in law firms, corporations or litigation support firms.Deep experience with Relativity and RelativityOne. Certification as RelativityOne Certified Pro is a must.Excellent verbal communication and report writing skills.Strong presentation skills.Excellent analytical and problem resolution abilities.The ability to work independently whilst knowing which issues and risks need to be highlighted to senior staff.The ability to manage team members, both junior and senior, as well as external stakeholders.The ability to manage and prioritize your time against competing deadlines.Proficient with Microsoft Office products, including Excel and PowerPoint. Expertise in SQL, R, and other database or statistical programs are a plus.This position is a hybrid work from home and office.The desire to join in with, and/or lead, auxiliary tasks associated with a developing practice within a rapidly growing firm.Secretariat is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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