Legal Proofreader

RR Donnelley • Wheeling, WV

3d • $33,100 - $45,000

About The Position

The Legal Proofreader reviews legal documents for grammar and wording corrections, identifies formatting and compositional errors, and checks corrected proofs against marked-up copies for comparison and quality assurance. The role may also assist the Document Services team with document production and preparation, handle sensitive or confidential information, and communicate with the manager and client about work or deadline issues. The schedule is 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• At least one year of proofreading experience, preferably in a legal, banking, or large corporate environment.
• Equivalent work experience is required if the preferred bachelor's degree is not held.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Strong attention to detail, with an emphasis on accuracy and quality.
• Ability to prioritize work and balance multiple projects and deadlines.
• Good organizational skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including professional communication.
• Self-motivated, positive attitude.
• Proven customer service skills to create, maintain, and enhance customer relationships.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree in English or Journalism.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of a legal timekeeping or job tracking system.

Responsibilities

• Identify and correct spelling, grammar, and wording errors in complex legal documents.
• Detect formatting and compositional errors in documents.
• Check corrected legal proofs against markup for comparison and quality assurance.
• Assist the Document Services team with document production and preparation as needed.
• Handle sensitive and/or confidential documents and information.
• Communicate with the manager and client regarding job or deadline issues.
• Adhere to Williams Lea and client-site policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Life insurance
• Voluntary supplemental insurance coverage
• Parental leave
• Adoption assistance
• Tuition assistance
• Employer and partner discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level