EDGE Programme - Assistant Project Manager (on-site)

Ready to Step into the Future of Law?

Join us at Consilio LLC for an immersive experience into the world of Legal Innovation with our exclusive Graduate Programme, Consilio EDGE, running from 2 – 5 February 2026 at our Cape Town offices based in Harrington Street.

This isn’t just another legal graduate programme, it’s a hands-on, real-world opportunity to explore one of the fastest-growing areas of legal practice. For four days, you will engage with top legal professionals and dive deep into what makes ALS a dynamic and innovative career path. Based on your attendance at our EDGE Programme week, we will be interviewing graduates to join us at our amazing organisation. 

Ready to Apply? Here’s how:

This is your invitation to join our EDGE Graduate Programme — a unique opportunity to gain insight into our industry, connect with professionals, and explore what a future at Consilio could look like. While participation in the EDGE programme does not guarantee a permanent role, it’s a valuable stepping stone that could lead to exciting career opportunities within our global team.

To apply to join our dynamic EDGE programme and potentially join Consilio LLC:

• Firstly, click on the link to apply with your CV.
• Secondly, please submit a short 3-minute video as part of your application. In your video, we’d love to hear:
• Briefly tell us about yourself (your name, institution, what year are you currently in and what you’re studying)
• Why you want to work with us?
• What excites you about this position?
• How you demonstrate the soft skills we value, including curiosity, a willingness to learn, collaboration, communication, and openness to feedback
• Submit your video to: SAgraduates@consilio.com

This is your opportunity to show us who you are beyond your qualifications — be authentic, be yourself, and let your passion shine through!

Please note, you will not be considered if you do not submit both your application and video. We look forward to reviewing your video and CV.

About the Company

Consilio is the global leader in legal consulting and services within the eDiscovery industry. Our worldwide professionals bring their expertise and a commitment to serve to every engagement, partnering with our clients to develop creative solutions for their most pressing challenges.

Job Summary:  

The Assistant Project Manager role is responsible for high level management, delegation, and execution of day-to-day e-discovery project tasks. The role involves concurrently managing multiple projects of varying complexity. The incumbent will collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, IT personnel, and other members of the counsel and/or client legal team to ensure the successful completion of e-discovery matters. Project Managers must also mentor, train and delegate to members of the project team. 

The Role (What You’ll Do):

Management of Projects:

• Provide end-to-end oversight of multiple discovery matters and serve as primary client
• point of contact
• Provide expertise and consultative advice regarding data collections, processing, review
• workflows, analytics, and production/export deliverables
• Create and maintain project schedules, including defining activities, sequence of events,
• dependencies, work effort, duration and associated resource requirements
• Develop and manage relationships with internal teams
• Define, articulate, implement and monitor quality standards on all project deliverables
• Plan and manage internal and external project communications, ensuring effective
• exchange of project information and deliverables
• Serve as an expert on Consilio's review platforms and proprietary offerings
• Forecast, track and manage project budgets
• Successfully oversee multiple, concurrent projects
• Generate and distribute s reporting metrics and other identified KPIs on a regular basis
• as needed for each project
• Develop strong client relationships through collaborative, consultative service.
• Working hours: Monday – Friday: 3pm – 12am

What We’re Looking For:

At the heart of our team is a culture that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous growth. Our EDGE programme will be launched in February 2026. We’re looking for students who bring more than just technical skills — we want individuals who are eager to learn, grow, and contribute meaningfully to our shared success. The soft skills we value include:

• Curious Mindset: You’re naturally inquisitive, ask thoughtful questions, and seek to understand the “why” behind the work. You enjoy exploring new ideas and are excited by the opportunity to learn something new every day.
• Lifelong Learner: You embrace learning as a continuous journey. Whether it’s diving into a new topic, picking up a new tool, or reflecting on feedback, you’re always looking to expand your knowledge and skills.
• Collaborative Spirit: You thrive in team environments and understand the value of working together. You’re open, respectful, and contribute positively to group dynamics, helping to build a supportive and inclusive workplace.
• Strong Communicator: You can express your ideas clearly and confidently, both in writing and in conversation. You listen actively and adapt your communication style to suit different audiences and situations.
• Growth-Oriented: You welcome constructive feedback and use it as a tool for improvement. You’re not afraid to try, fail, and try again — because you know that’s how growth happens.
• Cultural Fit: You align with our values and are excited to be part of a workplace that prioritizes integrity, collaboration, and innovation.

Requirements:

• BA/LLB degree, MBA, Project Management or similar qualification
• Willingness to travel both domestically and internationally.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and the ability to anticipate client needs.
• The ability to confront unexpected problems quickly and effectively.
• Strong teamwork, communication (written and oral), client management, and interpersonal skills.

Consilio’s True North Values

• Excellence: We strive to make every client our advocate
• Passion: We DO because we CARE
• Collaboration: We win together through teamwork and communication
• Agility: We flex, adapt and embrace change
• People: We value, respect and invest in our teammates
• Vision: We create clarity of purpose and a clear path forward