Digital Forensics Team Lead

Managing Consultant & Team Lead – Digital Forensics

Role Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Reports To: Senior Leadership

INTRODUCTION

Leadenhall Search & Selection is hiring on behalf of a global professional services organization is seeking an experienced Managing Consultant & Team Lead to join its Digital Forensics practice. The firm supports law firms and corporate clients by transforming complex data challenges into clear, actionable insights. For more than a decade, the organization has delivered solutions across investigative services, discovery, digital forensics, data analytics, cyber matters, information governance, and expert testimony.

With teams operating across multiple regions, this role will be part of a growing forensics group and will help drive strategy, quality delivery, and team development.

ROLE OVERVIEW

The Managing Consultant & Team Lead will serve as a senior member of the forensics team, supporting evidence management, technical execution, and client delivery. The individual will also play a critical role in mentoring junior team members through hands-on shadowing, guidance, and feedback.

This is a hybrid position requiring several days per week on-site, with occasional travel depending on project needs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Team Leadership

• Provide day-to-day direction, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.
• Oversee smooth execution of forensic tasks and technical workflows.
• Participate in hiring, onboarding, mentoring, and performance management.
• Deliver written and verbal coaching during scheduled review cycles.

Consulting & Technical Delivery

• Coordinate resourcing and scheduling for regional forensic collections.
• Contribute to strategy for lab operations and evidence management, including:
• Forensic tools and software
• Policies and procedures
• Inventory and documentation
• Chain of Custody (CoC)
• Serve as a subject matter expert on digital forensics engagements.
• Support business development activities such as client meetings, proposals, and presentations.

Additional Responsibilities

• Participate in team and company-wide meetings.
• Track and submit time according to internal deadlines.
• Perform additional duties as required to support business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5 years of experience in digital forensics, including evidence collection and analysis (professional services experience preferred).
• Demonstrated success mentoring and training junior practitioners.
• Strong expertise with leading forensic tools (e.g., EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, Axiom, Oxygen).
• Ability to collect and analyze data from a wide range of devices and platforms.
• Strong documentation skills, particularly Chain of Custody.
• Certifications (e.g., EnCE, FTK, GCFE) preferred.
• Willingness to travel and support needs outside standard working hours.
• Experience supporting expert testimony (reports, declarations, depositions) is a plus.

ATTRIBUTES OF SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES

• Investigative and consultative approach to solving complex problems.
• Strong communication skills and ability to convey technical findings clearly.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining strong client relationships.
• Motivational leadership style that encourages collaboration and diverse perspectives.
• Flexibility in adapting to changing workload and scheduling needs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hybrid schedule with expected in-office presence several days per week.
• Ability to travel locally or non-locally as required.
• Quiet, professional home workspace suitable for confidential virtual meetings.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Salary Range: $140,000 – $170,000
• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, flexible spending options, and more.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

The organization is committed to fostering an inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, marital status, or veteran status.