Night-Shift Legal Proofreader & Style Editor

RR Donnelley; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Parental leave

Tuition assistance

Employer discounts

Job summary

RR Donnelley is seeking an editor for legal documentation in Phoenix, AZ. The role emphasizes precise language, proofreading, and formatting across complex legal texts. Open to candidates from English literature, journalism, copywriting, or professional editing backgrounds who thrive on detailed, focused work.

Must be able to commute to Phoenix, Arizona. Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11PM–7:30AM with hybrid work after 90 days (3 days onsite, 2 days remote).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism or 1 year of legal experience preferred.
• Knowledge of style guides (The Chicago Manual of Style, AP Style, The Blue Book, and California Style Manual)
• Intermediate knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and other core applications
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including expert-level knowledge of the English language, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Proven ability to work through complex legal document markups and instructions to meet deadlines
• Ability to prioritize multiple requests and deadlines
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to interact with clients and team members professionally

Responsibilities

• Proofread complex legal documents to ensure consistency, spelling, dictation, syntax, punctuation, and grammar using the appropriate style (firm style, The Chicago Manual of Style, The Bluebook, and California Style Manual)
• Compare documents word for word against originals to ensure an accurate conversion
• Review cross-references, defined terms for accuracy and review Table of Authorities for accuracy and style
• Check handwritten revisions/electronic red lines against working draft to ensure all corrections are made accurately
• Conduct separate checks for the format, text accuracy, and statistical data
• Ensure content is accurate, clear, and complete and material is organized logically
• Use established proofreading marks to note corrections
• Follow established policies and procedures at all times
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Skills

Editing

Writing

Attention to detail

Deadlines

Communication skills

English literature

Journalism

Education

Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism

1 year of legal experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

RR Donnelley is seeking an editor for legal documentation in Phoenix, AZ. The role emphasizes precise language, proofreading, and formatting across complex legal texts. Open to candidates from English literature, journalism, copywriting, or professional editing backgrounds who thrive on detailed, focused work.

Must be able to commute to Phoenix, Arizona. Shift: Sunday-Thursday 11PM–7:30AM with hybrid work after 90 days (3 days onsite, 2 days remote).