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If you are a recent or upcoming graduate with a strong interest in technology, who is looking to kickstart a career in eDiscovery, then the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has an exciting opportunity for you. We are looking for a motivated eDiscovery Intern to join our renowned eDiscovery Team on a fixed-term basis.

The CMA is the UK’s world-leading government body established to make sure competition works in consumers’ favour and businesses treat their customers fairly. Our eDiscovery Team uses their technical expertise in the investigation, collation, processing and analysis of digital material to support the critical cases undertaken by the CMA. Through combined project teams, they are building a cutting-edge eDiscovery capability for the CMA that combines both commercial and in house technologies.

As an eDiscovery Intern at the CMA, you will have the chance to work alongside a team of technical experts at the forefront of their field. This role will immerse you in challenging eDiscovery projects with complex data and workflows, where you will work closely with our clients, providing support in all aspects of data processing, manipulation, and document review. You will update the case management system with meticulous notes and will assist with the troubleshooting of complex technical queries. Additionally, you will provide essential administrative support for internal users of our document review platform, Nuix Discover.

We are seeking candidates with a recent or upcoming bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline, such as digital forensics, computer science, or equivalent experience in eDiscovery operations, legal casework, or evidence review practice. To excel in this role, you must possess excellent technical and problem-solving skills, along with a proactive attitude towards researching and implementing innovative technical solutions. Your ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders, both verbally and in writing, will be key to providing a high-quality service within project deadlines. You will be capable of producing quality results under pressure, by working collaboratively as part of a team and making good judgements. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint, is expected.

By joining our eDiscovery Team, you will not only gain hands-on experience and valuable training but will also lay the foundation for a successful career in eDiscovery. This role offers a launchpad for growth and development in a dynamic and supportive environment.

We recognise the value of work-life balance, offering hybrid working arrangements and flexible working options including part-time, compressed hours, and job share arrangements. You will be equipped with excellent technology tools and services that facilitate collaboration regardless of your location. Our modern, professional workplaces across the UK provide an exceptional working environment. Furthermore, we proactively promote mental and physical well-being through a diverse range of well-being initiatives, including an employee assistance programme and a supportive network of mental health first aiders.

To find out more about working for the CMA, please visit our careers page:

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Or visit our LinkedIn page:

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• Support eDiscovery casework such as data processing and legal exports, in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures and updating the case management system with contemporaneous notes.
• Manage tasks to ensure they are executed on time and provide regular communication to all CMA teams.
• Provide administrative support for internal users of our document review platform (Nuix Discover).
• Collaborate within the eDiscovery team to troubleshoot complex technical queries.
• Establish effective working relationships with colleagues across different professions in the CMA (g., Digital Forensics, Legal, Data Science).
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the eDiscovery Reference Model (EDRM) and how this applies to competition investigations.

• Working towards or achieved a bachelor's degree in a relevant technical discipline (digital forensics, computer science or similar) OR equivalent experience of eDiscovery operations / legal casework / evidence review practice. (lead criteria)
• A strong interest in technology with excellent technical and problem-solving skills, and the initiative to research and craft creative technical solutions. (lead criteria)
• Experience of internal and external stakeholder engagement (written or verbal) to provide a high-quality service to meet task and project deadlines.
• Proven dedication to produce quality results when under pressure by working as a team and making good judgements.
• Ability to manage own workload and prioritise conflicting deadlines
• Sound verbal and written communication skills, including computer literacy and proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, in particular, Word, Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.

We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:

• Communicating and Influencing
• Making Effective Decisions
• Delivering at Pace
• Working Together

We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process:

• eDiscovery

As well as the interesting and varied work you’ll do to contribute to effective competition in the UK, and to ensure consumers get a good deal when buying goods and services, you’ll also benefit from:

• An exceptionally generous pension scheme with a significant employer contribution and range of options, including a tax-free lump sum at the point of retirement and injury, ill-health and life assurance benefits
• 25 days leave (increasing to 30 days over five years), plus 8 public holidays and an additional day off for the King’s birthday. In addition, you’ll be able to access a wide range of other types of leave as and when you need it, including generous maternity, paternity, shared parental leave and adoption options, as well as paid special leave for volunteering
• Season ticket loans, cycle to work scheme, flu vaccinations and eye tests
• Access to the Civil Service Sports & Leisure, giving discounted gym membership, high street discounts, free access to UK wide attractions and a free Tastecard
• A range of wellbeing benefits, including an employee assistance programme, flexible working options and family friendly policies, regular networking events and professional learning opportunities at work

Any move to the CMA from another employer will mean you can no longer access childcare vouchers. This includes moves between government departments. You may however be eligible for other government schemes, including Tax-Free Childcare. Determine your eligibility at https://www.childcarechoices.gov.uk/.”

Like many other organisations, we operate a hybrid working model with a mix of office and home working. We believe this supports us to deliver our best work while allowing the flexibility to maintain balanced and healthy lives. We work at least 40% of our time from our office locations across the UK.

If you’re already a civil servant being appointed on level transfer, you’ll retain your existing terms, including annual leave. If you are being promoted you’ll receive either a 10% pay increase or the new grade minimum, whichever is the greater. Applicants new to the civil service can be considered for appointment at a salary higher than the starting point indicated above, but not more than the advertised mid-point, depending on skills, knowledge, experience and qualifications.

We are fully committed to being an inclusive employer and ensuring equal opportunities. We want a diverse workforce that reflects the consumers we serve. We welcome applications from under-represented groups, including ethnically diverse people, people with a disability, people with diverse gender identities and from people of different ages.

We welcome applications from under-represented groups, including ethnically diverse people, people with a disability, and people with diverse gender identities.

We are an accredited Disability Confident Employer and disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria for the job will be given the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities at an interview

Our Values

The CMA delivers impactful outcomes for people, business and the UK economy. We are Ambitious and Evidence-based, and always strive for Excellence. We treat everyone with Respect, and are Collaborative and Inclusive.

Everything we do is underpinned by the Civil Service values: Honesty, Integrity, Impartiality and Objectivity.

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Serena Connor
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