Senior Legal Proofreader | Night Shift, Onsite Phoenix

RR Donnelley & Sons; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Employer/partner discounts

Job summary

RR Donnelley & Sons is seeking a meticulous editor to proofread complex legal documents, ensure consistency, and polish sentences. This full-time onsite role is based in Phoenix and requires a sharp eye for detail and a strong command of English.

The position demands experience with legal terminology and citation styles, a firm grasp of Chicago/Bluebook standards, and the ability to meet tight deadlines, including a night shift from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree in English/Journalism or 1 years of legal experience preferred
• Knowledge of various 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 preferred
• 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 in a timely manner to meet strict deadlines
• Ability to prioritize various requests and deadlines simultaneously
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Ability to interact with clients and team members in a professional and respectful manner at all times
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and meet pressing deadlines
• Familiarity with legal terminology and a variety of citation and brief formants used in legal work preferred

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, and 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 that the content of the document is accurate, clear, and complete and that the material is organized logically
• Use established proofreading marks to note corrections
• Follow established policies and procedures at all times
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Job description

RR Donnelley & Sons is seeking a meticulous editor to proofread complex legal documents, ensure consistency, and polish sentences. This full-time onsite role is based in Phoenix and requires a sharp eye for detail and a strong command of English.

The position demands experience with legal terminology and citation styles, a firm grasp of Chicago/Bluebook standards, and the ability to meet tight deadlines, including a night shift from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM.