Project Specialist III - (Legal Department- eDiscovery)

Work Location:

Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Hours:

40

Pay Details:

$68,640 - $112,320 USD

TD is committed to providing fair and equitable compensation opportunities to all colleagues. The included salary range for this role takes into account multiple factors that are considered in making compensation decisions. The base pay actually offered may vary based upon candidate's skills and experience, job-related knowledge, licensure and certifications, geographic location, and other specific business and organizational needs. As TD puts career development at the forefront of our colleague experience, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

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Line of Business:

Sales & Customer Distribution Support

Job Description:

Department Overview:

The Project Specialist lll is primarily accountable for supporting the Legal Department in all aspects of electronic discovery including collection, processing, review, and preservation of electronic data, particularly in the context of litigation and investigations.    Responsible for end to end delivery and execution of smaller scale projects or leading work packages of moderate size and complexity. Role may also be responsible for complex analysis and reporting at the project/program level. 

eDiscovery is part of TD's Legal Department which is comprised of lawyers and support staff of over 250 employees in Canada and the US with expertise tailored to deliver integrated legal solutions to our business units. We are committed to delivering the highest level of expertise, service, responsiveness and flexibility to our clients.

Job Summary:

The Project Specialist III coordinates projects in support of Company or department activities. Handles project details and assists others with more complex aspects of projects.

Depth & Scope:

• Initiates and champions new projects based on personal knowledge of industry and Company; evaluates various alternatives based on extensive research and information and provides analysis of recommendations as needed; meets with department and other Company management as needed to gain approvals
• May supervise staff as directed; assigning, prioritizing and monitoring work
• Seeks help from management usually only with largest, most complex projects, typically during the project planning stage
• Manages self (and/or) teams controllable expenses to designated budget
• Participates in evaluating effectiveness of projects after implementation; receives feedback from various internal areas and outside vendors, passes information to others as necessary and incorporates changes into future project plans
• Provides input to department policies and procedures and ensures their proper implementation; ensures that area's activities comply with any applicable legal and regulatory guidelines

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or progressive work experience in addition to experience below
• 5+ Years of related experience
• Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, develop, lead and execute projects.
• Proven ability to gather information and recommend solutions.
• Excellent process improvement skills, including the ability to evaluate procedures and recommend improvements.
• Excellent communication skills, including strong writing ability.
• Effective presentation and influencing skills.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong PC Skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with relevant programs including Microsoft Purview, Compliance Journaling Systems, Document Review platforms (Relativity or similar), and Legal Hold Management software preferred, but not required
• Experience in a legal department or law firm preferred, but not required
• Ability to work both independently and within a larger team
• Must be able to effectively prioritize and meet quick deadlines in a deadline driven environment
• Demonstrates professional ethics and presence, exercising tact, and discretion in sensitive matters
• Supports a positive work environment that promotes service to the business, quality, innovation and teamwork and ensure timely communication of issues/ points of interest

Who We Are:
TD is one of the world's leading global financial institutions and is the fifth largest bank in North America by branches/stores. Every day, we deliver legendary customer experiences to over 27 million households and businesses in Canada, the United States and around the world. More than 95,000 TD colleagues bring their ski