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About Alvarez & Marsal

Alvarez & Marsal (A& M) is a global consulting firm with over 10, 000 entrepreneurial, action and results-oriented professionals in over 40 countries. We take a hands-on approach to solving our clients' problems and assisting them in reaching their potential. Our culture celebrates independent thinkers and doers who positively impact our clients and shape our industry. The collaborative environment and engaging work-guided by A& M's core values of Integrity, Quality, Objectivity, Fun, Personal Reward, and Inclusive Diversity-are why our people love working at A& M.

The Team

Our talent drives our success, resulting in A& M's Forensic Technology Services being a recognized leading provider of Forensic Technology investigation support services. A& M's team is comprised of experienced digital forensics, eDiscovery, data science, cybersecurity and privacy professionals and experts who come from the world's largest law firms, professional services firms, leading forensic technology firms, Fortune 500 corporations, and law enforcement/government agencies. Our team's expertise spans electronic discovery and disclosure management, digital forensics, forensic data analytics, cyber risk and incident response, privacy, information governance and data compliance. By combining operational expertise with legally defensible procedures and industry-leading technology, A& M's professionals deliver reliable, innovative solutions to meet each of our client's unique needs and challenges. As a firm we are experiencing unprecedented growth and demand for our services and as a result we are expanding our high-profile Forensic team.

What will you be doing?

You will work closely with our internal team and clients to provide eDiscovery support leveraging a broad range of technologies and industry-leading best practices to uncover and manage data-based evidence and intelligence across a variety of contentious legal and regulatory situations.

You will assist our clients in confronting and resolving legal matters by providing eDiscovery litigation support relating to complex accounting issues on a variety of projects involving economic disputes, white-collar crime investigations, forensic accounting and consulting, and post-acquisition disputes. By establishing consultative relationships with our clients, you will guide them toward best practices in eDiscovery.

Duties & Responsibilities:

This role is an entry-level position within the Disputes and Investigations business unit. Applicants will need strong communication skills, familiarity with Windows and Mac computers, data entry skills, and attention to detail. The individual will have an opportunity to gain experience in litigation support, systems administration, and visual analytics in a corporate consulting environment. Due to the unique nature of this field, the company provides a significant amount of training for selected individuals. This means that the applicant will need to complete a one-year contract-to-hire probationary period. Individuals that exhibit exemplary performance and aptitude will be considered for reevaluation at six months.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Reporting directly to the Manager of eDiscovery Operations, coordinate with field teams to receive, inventory, log, and track chain of custody of forensic evidence.
• Upload data from forensic laboratory to collocated data center.
• Download, create, encrypt, and ship digital media as well as devices and forensic equipment.
• Data lifecycle management of forensic evidence from creation to secure deletion.
• Work directly with the digital forensic and ediscovery teams, contributing as-needed project support.
• Position located in Dallas, TX reporting to office during business hours (standard 8-5) from Monday through Friday.
• Proven capability to work as part of a cross-functional hybrid team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a high paced, quick to respond work environment
• Practical knowledge and experience in applying given tools to all business processes. Possess the ability to instill a continuous improvement mindset in the organization.
• Problem Solving: Critical and conceptual thinkers preferred. Works well under time pressure and makes decisions and recommendations with high amounts of embedded uncertainty.
• Gets Results: Consistently meets commitments to the business and to others. Very high standard for deliverables.
• Teamwork and Leadership: Effective collaboration across functions and geographies. A confident, mature person with the ability to connect, inspire and influence others.
• Communication: Effective communicator to all levels in the organization. Ability to be concise and conduct clear, impactful presentations.
• Assist with entry level junior systems administration related tasks including password and two-factor authentication resets, receipt and possible installation of rack mountable equipment, procurement and inventory management of essential business supplies.
• Collaborate with and provide entry level desktop support for consulting professionals with a variety of backgrounds and needs.
• Perform procedural data entry tasks in a cloud hosted tracking system and provide daily checklist reports.
• Support the Senior Systems and Database Administrators with day-to-day operations.

Your journey at A& M

We recognize that our people are the driving force behind our success, which is why we prioritize an employee experience that fosters each person's unique professional and personal development. Our robust performance development process promotes continuous learning, rewards your contributions, and fosters a culture of meritocracy. With top-notch training and on-the-job learning opportunities, you can acquire new skills and advance your career.

We prioritize your well-being, providing benefits and resources to support you on your personal journey. Our people consistently highlight the growth opportunities, our unique, entrepreneurial culture, and the fun we have together as their favorite aspects of working at A& M. The possibilities are endless for high-performing and passionate professionals.

How will you grow and be supported?

As an eDiscovery Operations Senior Associate, you will have the opportunity to take your career to the next level by gaining invaluable experience across different industries, sectors, and companies on a variety of interesting and critical projects, from employee investigations to large corporate litigations. Utilizing your technical background, organizational skills, and relationship skills, you will have the opportunity to apply your analysis skills in complex, ambiguous situations working directly with clients. You will be working closely as a team with experienced professionals who will provide you with developmental feedback and growth opportunities.

We offer competitive benefits and opportunities to support your personal and professional development. Click to learn about our commitment to your well-being. A& M recognizes that our people drive our growth, and you will be provided with the best available training and development resources through formalized and on the job training, as well as networking opportunities Learn more about why A& M is a wonderful place to work.

Regular employees working 30 or more hours per week are also entitled to participate in Alvarez & Marsal Holdings' fringe benefits consisting of healthcare plans, flexible spending and savings accounts, life, AD& D, and disability coverages at rates determined from time to time as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. Provided the eligibility requirements are met, employees will also receive a discretionary contribution to their 401(k) from Alvarez & Marsal. Additionally, employees are eligible for paid time off including vacation, personal days, seventy-two (72) hours of sick time (prorated for part time employees), ten federal holidays, one floating holiday, and parental leave. The amount of vacation and personal days available varies based on tenure and role type. Click here for more information regarding A& M's benefits programs.

The salary range is $50, 000 - $70, 000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A& M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.

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