eDiscovery Consultant

At AlixPartners, we solve the most complex and critical challenges by moving quickly from analysis to action when it really matters; creating value that has a lasting impact on companies, their people, and the communities they serve. By understanding, respecting, and honoring the needs of our employees, clients, and communities, AlixPartners actively promotes an inclusive environment. We strongly believe in the value that diversity brings to our experiences and are committed to the perpetual enhancements of initiatives, policies, and practices. We hold ourselves accountable by providing the space for authenticity, growth, and equity for everyone.

AlixPartners has embraced a hybrid work model to provide flexibility and support our employees’ work-life integration. Our hybrid model combines a mix of in-person (at client site or AlixPartners office) and remote working. Travel is part of this position, but the frequency may vary based on client, team, and individual circumstances.

What you’ll do

Companies today are generating and storing vast amounts of data. To resolve litigation and investigations, they need the right technology and a sensible strategy from an analytics partner to execute an efficient, defensible, and comprehensive plan for data collection and analysis. They need to know what the data means to resolve what happened. Our teams of discovery and litigation analytics experts have extensive experience with data collection and preservation, forensics, processing, early case assessment, hosted and managed review, custom data analytics, and technology-assisted review. Our production and project management support capabilities, along with our expert analysis and testimony, produce sharp insights and credible results in urgent situations.

You’ll be part of the team supporting our eDiscovery practice. Your work will involve a wide range of activities, such as:

• Establish and implement protocols for the e-discovery life cycle, which include internal standards and best practices for preservation and collection of electronic evidence Ensure all protocols and practices comply with Japanese legal and regulatory requirements for data privacy and eDiscovery.

• Find, compile, organize, categorize, and verify case-critical data quickly across the full life cycle of the eDiscovery process – preservation, collection, processing, review and production

• Master a range of industry standard software tools to perform custom solutions to client requirements

• Identify and address client needs, actively participate in client discussions and meetings

• Advise clients on data collection on large scale litigation cases, including document retention and chain-of-custody procedures. Do so with sensitivity to Japanese business culture and legal frameworks.

• Create and manage large data sets

• Use a problem-solving approach to overcome unexpected technical and operational challenges

• Ensure clients’ electronic files are easily accessible for potential litigation

• Communicate with clients and colleagues in written and oral form including drafting reports and presentations to clients This includes drafting reports and presentations in both Japanese and English.

• Perform quality control review over work product

• The position of this professional is in our Tokyo office. Paid relocation is not available. Fluency in Japanese and business-level English is required.

What you’ll need

• Bachelor's degree required; area of study in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related preferred

• 3 - 6 years of professional or consulting experience in eDiscovery preferred

• Strong project management skills including the ability to balance multiple tasks, self-prioritize tasks, prepare detailed documentation, and meet deadlines

• Ability to engage technically while also bringing commercial acumen and client-facing confidence

• Ability to work well with others in a team environment, as well as independently.

• Ability to take initiative, work proactively, and drive projects forward; a self-driven mindset is essential for success in this role

• Preferred working experience with any of the following products or tools: EnCase, Cellebrite, BlackBag, Nuix, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Exchange / O365, Relativity, Brainspace or any other comparable tools in the region

• Experience working on litigation cases alongside forensic accounting and legal teams

• Fluency in Japanese and business-level English is required; additional language skills are a plus.

• Willingness to work outside of normal business hours, and in particular as unique projects/needs arise.

• Ability to work full time in an office and remote environment; physically able to sit/stand at a computer and work in front of a computer screen for significant portions of the workday

• Must become familiar with, and promote and abide by, our Core Values as defined by the AlixPartners’ Code of Conduct and foster an inclusive environment with people at all levels of an organization

In addition to a positive workplace, the firm offers a comprehensive compensation package including an excellent benefits program.

AlixPartners is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.