UK Legal Digital/Court Reporter (Logger/Recording Technician) | Remote – Freelance

eScribers; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join eScribers as a Digital Reporter, where you will record and log court proceedings either remotely or on location. This role offers the chance to be part of a growing team dedicated to high-quality reporting services. Successful candidates will work on a freelance basis, with competitive daily rates and opportunities for growth. You will need to manage recording equipment, communicate effectively, and possess an understanding of court proceedings. Ideal for those looking for flexible work arrangements in the UK.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Digital Reporter/Logger preferred.
• Intermediate technical IT/AV troubleshooting skills required.

Responsibilities

• Transporting and setting up digital recording equipment.
• Managing the recording and logging of events.
• Providing high level of customer service and support.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem identification and resolution

Education

Understanding of legal terminology

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Microsoft Word

Job description

Remote UK

About eScribers

Established in 2005 by court reporting professionals, eScribers has grown to become the leader in reporting and transcription services for courts and government agencies across the US and UK & Ireland.
Our company is private equity backed and growing rapidly worldwide, leading the court reporting market in technology innovations and client services. With customers across the US, UK & Ireland, we currently hold offices in Phoenix, Virginia, Maryland, London, Dublin and Israel.

At eScribers we value professionalism, innovative thinking, and collaboration and this is what guides us in all aspects of our day-to-day operations.

Come be a part of our growth by joining our outstanding team of professionals!

A digital legal/court reporter attends hearings either in person or remotely to record and take of log of the proceedings.

eScribers is continually seeking to engage with digital reporters (logger) to join our highly skilled and dedicated UK team of professionals. The eScribers (Limited) UK Group comprises two highly successful reporting and transcription companies, eScribers Limited and Marten Walsh Cherer Limited. Successful candidates will contract with eScribers Limited and have the option of engaging with either of these entities, both of whom operate independently within the Group, to undertake work. eScribers provides an opportunity to be part of a growing community of encouraging like-minded people who are dedicated to providing high-quality reporting services. eScribers is ISO9001 certified, which means we are dedicated to providing top-quality services to all our clients.

eScribers currently provides services to Courts, Tribunals, Inquests, Regulatory, and other hearings and meetings. A Digital Reporter/Logger’s duties will include:

• Transporting and setting up of digital recording equipment both remotely and on location.
• Managing the recording and logging of events in a professional and efficient manner, adhering to agreed timescales, and seeking appropriate support when necessary.
• Communicating effectively and appropriately with colleagues, clients and venue staff in order to best achieve eScribers’ contractual obligations to the highest standards.
• Building relationships with clients and host venues to ensure the smooth running of the event, and to facilitate the transfer of information to enable a quality transcript to be produced.
• Possessing an understanding of Court proceedings and basic legal terminology.
• Providing a high level of customer service and support to all Stakeholders.
• Identifying and troubleshooting common issues.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• eScribers offers competitive daily rates.

General Requirements:

• Reside in the UK
• Be legally entitled to work in the UK
• Have a current UK bank account to receive payment
• Be reliable, with good time management and plenty of flexibility (as proceedings can overrun)
• Be a confident communicator (written & verbal)
• Be smart and well presented
• Be able to remain calm under pressure. Intermediate technical IT/AV troubleshooting skills
• A confident Microsoft Windows, Word user
• Knowledge and application of English grammar, spelling, punctuation and syntax skills
• Have good attention to detail and focus
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Discretion and the ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
• Problem identification and resolution skills
• Previous experience as a Digital Reporter/Logger (with some exceptions)
• Be able to travel (live) in and around, primarily, London offer the greatest opportunity, with other locations, including Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and Manchester, presenting some opportunities. The availability to travel further afield and include overnight stays will be a bonus

Other advantages:

• Understanding of legal terminology
• Previous experience as a Digital Reporter/Logger - while this is not essential, varying factors (eg, location, previous experience) may determine suitability.
• Be able to work in person (on location) and remotely (eg, in a quiet room in your home)

Basis of Engagement:

Successful candidates will be offered a freelancer contract and will be compensated on agreed rates. As an independent contractor, you will submit/approve invoices for the work you complete and will be paid via direct deposit. The nature of freelancing is that the volume of work can fluctuate and there is no guarantee of the level of work that may be offered. However, priority for work will always be given to editors who maintain excellent quality standards in the submission of their assignments.

Onboarding:

Successful candidates will be required to undertake the onboarding process that involves, initial aptitude test, telephone/MS Teams interview, submission of documentation, completion of required paperwork (freelancer contract), computer setup, a BPSS (including Criminal Records Check) check (at the candidate’s expense) and familiarisation with the eScribers equipment and software. Further information will be provided at the appropriate point.

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