Editor 1

Jobtailor; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced editor to polish documents for grammar, consistency, sense, accuracy, proper wording, format, and style.

You will use databases to cite check and perform character-by-character comparisons, track time in Firm timekeeping software, and collaborate with attorneys and staff to meet deadlines, producing consistently high-quality work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, journalism, or related field required.
• At least three years of relevant experience in a deadline-oriented environment with an academic, technical, or legal organization.
• Core responsibilities included proofreading, editing and drafting documents, including correspondence, marketing documents/press releases, contracts, technical documents, legal pleadings and expert reports.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, iManage, Adobe Acrobat, Litera Compare, Metadata Assistant, Carpe Diem, Lexis, Westlaw, and Drafting Assistant/Deal Proof.

Responsibilities

• Edit documents for correct grammar, consistency, sense, accuracy, proper wording, format, and style.
• Use databases to cite check and perform character-by-character comparisons.
• Revise and format documents, apply track changes, and navigate automatic numbering and styles.
• Accurately track and record time in Firm timekeeping software.
• Communicate and collaborate with team regarding workload and availability.
• Create and update knowledge articles, editing guides, and internal style sheets.
• Negotiate deadlines with attorneys and staff.
• Produce consistently accurate and high-quality work product.

Skills

Editing

Attention to detail

Communication

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in English or journalism

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

iManage

Adobe Acrobat

Litera Compare

Metadata Assistant

Carpe Diem

Lexis

Westlaw

Drafting Assistant/Deal Proof

Job description

• Edit documents for correct grammar, consistency, sense, accuracy, proper wording, format, and style
• Use databases to cite check and perform character-by-character comparisons
• Revise and format documents, apply track changes, and navigate automatic numbering and styles
• Accurately track and record time in Firm timekeeping software
• Communicate and collaborate with team regarding workload and availability
• Create and update knowledge articles, editing guides, and internal style sheets
• Negotiate deadlines with attorneys and staff
• Produce consistently accurate and high-quality work product

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in English, journalism, or related field required
• At least three years of relevant experience in a deadline-oriented environment with an academic, technical, or legal organization where core responsibilities included proofreading, editing and drafting documents, including correspondence, marketing documents/press releases, contracts, technical documents, legal pleadings and expert reports.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, iManage, Adobe Acrobat, Litera Compare, Metadata Assistant, Carpe Diem, Lexis, Westlaw, and Drafting Assistant/Deal Proof
• Expert organizational, grammar, and editing skills and high attention to detail
• Outstanding interpersonal and client service skills
• Clear, effective, and professional verbal and written communication skills
• Fluent in reading, writing, and verbal communication in English.