Global Document Services Proofreader I

Latham & Watkins; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, life and disability insurance

Generous 401k plan

At least 11 paid holidays

PTO program

Well-being programs

Job summary

A leading global law firm in New York is looking for a GLODOCS Proofreader I to ensure the accuracy of documents and maintain formatting standards. The role requires excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of proofreading symbols. Successful candidates will enjoy a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including healthcare and professional development programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in a professional services organization.
• Possess core level knowledge and correct application of proofreading symbols.
• Demonstrate the ability to edit documents on-screen.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading documents for adherence to style guides.
• Correcting spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors.
• Inputting text edits in Microsoft Office applications.

Skills

Proofreading symbols knowledge

Editing documents on-screen

Excellent communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Job description

Overview

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Base pay range

$63,000.00/yr - $72,000.00/yr

About Latham & Watkins

Latham & Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.

The Role

The GLODOCS Proofreader I is an integral part of Latham’s Global Document Services (GLODOCS) team and will be responsible for ensuring the accuracy of department work product, including revisions, original input, and conversions, while examining documents for correct and consistent formatting. This role will be located in our New York office. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM ET, with a potential hybrid and in-office presence.

Responsibilities

• Proofreading documents for adherence to style guides
• Correcting spelling, grammar, and punctuation errors, and suggesting alternatives to awkward syntax
• Inputting text edits in Microsoft Office applications
• Inputting textual proofreading edits in Word using the Track Changes function
• Annotating PDFs using the Adobe Acrobat comment tools and/or a stylus, and organizing pages
• Protecting and maintaining highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, or proprietary information

Qualifications

• Possess core level knowledge and correct application of proofreading symbols
• Demonstrate the ability to edit documents on-screen
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field (preferred)
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience, preferably at a professional services organization

Benefits & Additional Information

Successful candidates will be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded for individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham’s comprehensive benefits program, including:

• Healthcare, life and disability insurance
• A generous 401k plan
• At least 11 paid holidays per year and a PTO program that accrues 23 days in the first year
• Well-being programs (mental health resources, mindfulness, resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
• Professional development programs
• Employee discounts
• Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff

Equal Opportunity

Latham & Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by law.