Speech-to-Text Editor

Epiq; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading provider of legal services in the UK is seeking freelancers to edit transcripts for accuracy. You will conduct checks on audio minutes, familiarize yourself with editing software, and receive comprehensive training. Ideal candidates will possess strong English skills and attention to detail, with a potential for growth in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive training provided

Opportunity for freelance work

Competence-based progression scheme

Qualifications

• An excellent grasp of the English language with strong emphasis on spelling, punctuation and grammar.
• Proven eye for detail and focus for extended periods of time whilst editing.
• A fast broadband internet connection and good quality headphones.

Responsibilities

• Conduct formatting, style, content and inaudible checks on transcripts.
• Edit a minimum of 110-165 audio minutes at 99% accuracy.
• Research specific terms and create job glossaries for accuracy.

Skills

Excellent English language and listening skills

Excellent editing and proofreading skills

High degree of accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word

Ability to manage workload and meet assignment deadlines

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion

Copy typing at a minimum speed of 40 wpm

Job description

Responsibilities

• To conduct formatting, style, content and inaudible checks on realtime speech recognition software generated transcripts prior to client delivery, making use of audio and any supporting materials, including glossaries and lists of speaker names.
• To be familiar with Epiq transcription style guidelines in order to identify errors and inconsistencies in transcripts produced by realtime speech recognition software.
• To research specific terms on case subject matter and be able to create a job glossary in order to ensure accuracy.
• To edit a minimum of 110-165 audio minutes at 99% accuracy per assignment in a team of 2 or 3 Speech-to-Text Editors, one of which will have to be attending onsite.
• To edit within agreed client delivery turnarounds.
• To carry out limited transcription as and when required, following the Epiq style guidelines.

An excellent grasp of the English language with strong emphasis on spelling, punctuation and grammar is essential for this role, as well as a proven eye for detail with the ability to focus effectively for extended periods of time whilst editing court transcripts against the audio at realtime.

You will be computer literate, adept with new technology and have an aptitude for using automated speech recognition editing software and shortcuts. You will need to have a fast broadband internet connection, good quality headphones and a second monitor.

You will be provided with comprehensive training in realtime speech recognition software and editing skills that will expand your knowledge and contribute to your professional development. The training will take place remotely from 9am to 5pm over a period of 4-6 weeks. You will be receiving regular constructive feedback on your performance from our highly experienced Speech‑To‑Text trainers to help you improve your transcription editing skills fast and achieve high standards of accuracy whilst meeting transcript delivery deadlines.

An Epiq laptop with all of the software and licences required to carry out the role will be provided to you for the training and subsequent assignments. Upon successful completion of the training, you will be able to claim a training fee subject to agreed terms and conditions.

Following the training you will be offered services as part of a team of STT Editors and work collaboratively to produce daily transcripts and meet client deadlines. There will be a competence‑based progression scheme and the ability to increase your earnings as you become more familiar with the requirements of the role.

A legal background and familiarity with copy typing or audio transcription will be well regarded but not essential. If you are a quick learner with good long‑term availability, a strong interest in the legal field looking for an exciting new career opportunity as a freelancer, we look forward to hearing from you.

Shortlisted candidates will undertake the Epiq online English, editing and typing assessments.

Qualifications

• Excellent English language and listening skills
• Excellent editing and proofreading skills
• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word and ability to learn new software and editing shortcuts
• Ability to manage workload and meet assignment deadlines
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times
• Copy typing at a minimum speed of 40 wpm
• Legal background – well regarded but not essential
• Familiarity with copy typing/audio transcription – well regarded but not essential
• Previous experience with editing transcripts produced by automated speech recognition software – well regarded but not essential

About EPIQ

Globally, EPIQ is one of the largest independent providers of in‑house and outsourced legal services and technology solutions. We have established service centres in major legal markets in London, Dublin, Australia, New Zealand, Asia and across the United States and maintain a client list that includes global corporations, government bodies and leading law firms. We provide exceptional discovery and document review services, legal business process outsourcing, courtroom services and facilities management. In order to continue our growth and success, we constantly look to introduce new innovative technological solutions and add high‑calibre individuals to our workforce.