Job Details
Job Location
EL SEGUNDO - El Segundo, CA
Description
Case Analyst
About Aperture
Aperture is a national portfolio of best-in-class forensic engineering companies providing full-service expert analysis. Aperture’s mission is driven by a Partnership Model that provides strength, consistency, and scale. The power of our collective is unmatched, and we are a force beyond compare. Powered by our people and our Partners, we amplify our effectiveness and our impact.
Description
As a Case Analyst, you will exercise independent judgment in forensically analyzing evidence in accident reconstruction, biomechanics, construction defect and premises liability accidents and render case findings and opinions. You will be responsible for reviewing complex documents such as a variety of reports, depositions, legal documents, scientific illustrations and drawings, and will compare those findings to legal codes, regulations and case law to further support the case findings. You will be expected to accurately and succinctly communicate these complex findings, along with legal and scientific/engineering principles, to forensic experts and legal professionals (including attorneys and insurance carrier representatives).
Essential Functions
- Summarize and analyze forensic evidence in accident reconstruction, biomechanics, construction defect and premises liability accidents and render case findings and opinions;
- Analyze documents and exhibits for an internal expert team to review and provide comments;
- Retrieve relevant legal codes, regulations and standards and research relevant data to develop theories of liability and causation relative to the accident(s);
- As directed, collect, review, and analyze data charts, budgets, and other presentation materials;
- Assist and support experts with research for testimony and/or due diligence
- Research and analyze sources such as prior casework or major determinations;
- Research legal and engineering databases for applicable or relevant materials to support conclusions;
- Summarize complex topics and simplify for non-technical consumption;
- Accurately and succinctly communicate complex case findings, along with legal and scientific/engineering principles, to forensic experts and legal professionals (including attorneys and insurance carrier representatives);
- Participate in company-wide or site-wide administrative projects and/or training as directed;
- May be responsible for creating reports and distributing them on a regular schedule; and
- May be responsible for hiring, firing, managing or directing the work of others.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements
- High school graduate, college degree preferred (some college is required)
- 1 to 3 years’ experience preferred in a professional/scientific services firm, such as a law firm or engineering consulting
- Working knowledge of the legal system and application of these principles, including case law, legal proceedings, and interpretation of legal documents
- Understanding and application of scientific and engineering principles in the fields of safety engineering physics, accident reconstruction engineering, biomechanical engineering, or human factors
- Excellent grammatical skills are required, and the ability to learn and operate communication software, and equipment
- Intermediate Proficiency in Email, Word Processing, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, project management, database, and/or and other professional software required
- Strong business communication skills required and ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements
- The ability to sit at a desk up to 80% of the time
- The ability to stand and walk up to 20% of the time
- The ability to be confined in a small area, such as a cubicle
- The ability to operate phones and computers
Benefits
We strive to offer an environment that provides our employees with the right balance between work and family. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Fun, energetic, casual office
- Hybrid work from home schedule
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401K with company discretionary matching
- Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
Hours of Work
- Fulltime: Defined as 5 days a week for 40 hours per week. Actual working hours will be discussed with the hiring manager.
AAP/EEO Statement
Aperture is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability or veteran status. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoff, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities and conflict resolution.
It is also the policy of Aperture to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.
Aperture is committed to adhering to its obligations to reasonably accommodate both employees and applicants under the Americans With Disabilities Act.
Qualifications
Requirements
- High school graduate, with some college (or equivalent experience), is required
- 1 to 3 years’ experience preferred in a professional services firm, such as law or engineering consulting
- Excellent grammatical skills are required, and the ability to learn and operate communication software, and equipment
- Intermediate Proficiency in Email, Word Processing, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, project management, database, and/or and other professional software required
- Strong business communication skills required and ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders.
Physical Requirements
- The ability to sit at a desk up to 80% of the time
- The ability to stand and walk up to 20% of the time
- The ability to be confined in a small area, such as a cubicle
- The ability to operate phones and computers
Work Environment
The functions of this role are conducted in an office environment.
Benefits
We strive to offer an environment that provides our employees with the right balance between work and family. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Fun, energetic, casual office
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401K with company discretionary contributions
- Paid holidays, paid time off, and floating holiday time
Hours of Work
- Fulltime: Defined as 5 days a week for 40 hours per week. Actual working hours will be discussed with the hiring manager.
AAP/EEO Statement
Aperture is committed to a firm policy in favor of equal employment opportunity and will abide by all applicable state and federal regulations by not discriminating against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Our commitment to equal employment opportunities shall include employment, upgrading, promotion, demotion, transfer, leaves or other absences from work, layoff, compensation and benefits, selection for training or other education, professional opportunities and conflict resolution.
It is also the policy of Aperture to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of their status as woman, minority or individuals with disabilities or protected veterans, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements.
Aperture is committed to adhering to its obligations to reasonably accommodate both employees and applicants under the Americans With Disabilities Act.