Jobs in Wakefield, United Kingdom

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Acolad is the global leader in content and language solutions. Its mission is to support companies in every industry to scale across markets and enable growth through cutting-edge technology and localization expertise. Established in 1995, the group is present in 22 countries across Europe, North America and Asia, with over 1.600 employees supported by a network of +10.000 linguists around the world.

At Acolad, every position is key to our global growth: we know that we will only succeed if our people succeed.
Joining Acolad means a unique opportunity for professional development through a collaborative global environment that promotes talent and creativity. We are continuously looking for new talent (like you!) to support our mission to drive growth and innovation across some of the world’s leading brands.

We are seeking a skilled Full-Time Notetaker/Transcriptionist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for dialling in to meetings and logging discussions, both onsite and virtually. You will obtain a high-quality recording and provide detailed notes. You will also work on transcribing some of that audio into high quality written documents.

Our Notetakers and Transcriptionists document information from a variety of high-profile, technical, and confidential meetings and events, including:

• Corporate communications & investor relations events
• Employee relations meetings
• Medical and pharmaceutical communication forums
• Governance meetings (board, management, and committee meetings)
• Legal proceedings and formal investigations
• Regulatory meetings and public consultations
• Roundtable discussions and industry seminars

LOCATION: Borough Office, client offices throughout the UK and beyond. Remote working flexibility is available where appropriate.

• Dial into and log discussions from onsite and virtual meetings with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Transcribe spoken content from audio and video recordings according to company guidelines and quality standards.
• Edit and proofread transcripts for clarity, grammar, and style.
• Manage your workload efficiently to meet strict deadlines.
• Collaborate effectively with Sales, Project Management, and Editorial teams.

• Exceptional listening skills and attention to detail.
• Strong command of English grammar, punctuation, and style.
• Previous transcription or notetaking experience preferred (will be assessed through a writing test).
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Reliable internet connection (a corporate laptop will be provided).
• A level system for progression.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the company.
• A supportive work environment with remote working flexibility.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion in our hiring practices.
• Benefits including private healthcare.

Acolad is committed to creating a diverse and equitable workforce. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms—gender, age, disability, marital status, ethnic or social origin, religion, belief, or sexual orientation—enrich the workplace. It opens opportunities for individuals to express their talents, both individually and collectively, and strengthens our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their backgrounds.