Project Manager

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Job Description:

Job Summary:

Settlement Project Managers oversee the claims administration piece of class action litigation. Project Managers are the face of Epiq operations to our clients. Internally, they coordinate with our sales representatives, data analysts, web developers, call center supervisors, disbursement specialists, claims analysts and a host of other personnel to ensure project deliverables are met. This position oversees one or more Project Coordinators in the Client Services department.

Job Responsibilities

A Project Manager (“PM”) must meet critical client requirements, including but not limited to, the following key areas:

• Project Financial Requirements – Provide timely and accurate budget/estimate review and management; monthly revenue forecasting; and monthly invoice review

• Project Execution & Resource Management – Continually monitor, evaluate and guide project staff to meet project deliverables on time, within budget and at the highest quality standards.

• Staff Develop (Project Coordinators) – Consistently applying performance standards and training to develop staff and build a high performing team of industry experts, passionate people managers, critical thinkers and strong problem solvers.

• Process Improvements – PMs should consistently be looking for way to improve Epiq processes and procedures to more profitably deliver services to our clients.

• Economic Objectives – PMs are expected to meet billable hour goals and oversee that similar targets are met for their direct reports.

Job Requirements:

• Extensive project management experience is required. Professional PMP certification through the Project Management Institute (PMI) is preferred.

• A strong technical orientation, excellent computer skills, exceptional planning and organizational skills, and a keen attention to detail are all required.

• Candidates with prior banking or financial service industry experience will be strongly preferred. Prior client service/project management experience is also preferred. 

• Outstanding communication skills are required. Our clients are predominantly lawyers. Successful candidates will possess an understanding of the legal services industry coupled with a strong ability to communicate effectively with lawyers.

• A Bachelor’s degree is required. A Juris Doctorate (JD) or Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or similar advanced degree is preferred. #LI-Remote #LI-RC1

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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