Document Review Manager in Manchester

Responsibilities include scoping review requests from the outset, maintaining an up-to-date document review pipeline, and ensuring clear visibility of workflows, timelines, deadlines, and budgets. Analysing project requirements and allocating resources effectively across matters, managing competing milestones, and supervising both internal and external review teams. Supporting review delivery through Review Playbooks, briefing calls, clear instructions, efficient QC structures, and ongoing feedback, training, and performance management. Working closely with eDiscovery project managers to design and manage platforms, workflows, coding layouts, searches, AI tools (including CAL), dashboards, and reporting. Overseeing access, permissions, onboarding, and offboarding of resources, ensuring training materials are current, communication is clear, and utilisation is maximised. Producing fee estimates, monitoring budgets, ensuring accurate time recording, maintaining financial hygiene, and advising client teams on best practices and efficiencies. Leading a positive, high-performing team culture, driving continuous improvement, capturing feedback and efficiencies, producing reports and case studies, supporting bids, and building strong stakeholder relationships.

What will help you succeed in this role? At least 3 years of document review management experience. Bachelor's degree, law degree equivalent (UK) & UK Qualified Solicitor. Experience in building credibility and trust with a diverse and challenging business stakeholder group. Demonstrable experience of driving improvements in performance for client teams. Experience in technology-assisted reviews, such as CAL, TAR, and other AI tools. Familiarity with Relativity (preferably RelOne), standard MS Office applications, time recording tools, and the ability to quickly master new software. Leadership skills necessary to lead, motivate, and develop teams. Experience of driving improvement in performance through the use of technology and process improvement techniques. Superb case/project management skills, attention to detail, and the ability to meet tight deadlines without sacrificing quality of client service.

Desirable: Relativity Review Management Specialist accreditation preferred.

What we offer? We are committed to ensuring that each member of our team feels valued and duly rewarded during their time at DWF. We are an equal opportunities employer that celebrates diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all. We aim to create a positive experience for all candidates and offer any adjustments or additional support needed. If you're excited about the opportunity but your experience doesn't align perfectly with all the requirements, please apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for the role or others across the wider team.

About us: DWF is a leading global provider of integrated legal and business services. We empower people to be themselves within an inclusive and supportive environment, enabling everyone to achieve their full potential in line with their abilities and career aspirations.

Why join us? The Legal Operations department at DWF are hiring for a Document Review Manager to step into a pivotal role in shaping the future of our UK Managed Document Review team and make a meaningful impact within a global firm. This is an exciting opportunity to support and assist the Head of Document Review UK. As a Review Manager, you will be responsible for leading a number of high-profile projects and review teams, ensuring the delivery of exceptional quality and service to both internal and external clients. You will assist the Head of Document Review UK in taking responsibility for an evolving pipeline of document review projects, whether they are UK-based or part of our hybrid model, working closely with our MDR team in Pune (India). This role offers the flexibility of hybrid working from our Manchester office, with 2 days per week in the office.