Document Processing Specialist

New York, NY

Summary

The Document Processing Specialist works at an advanced level to efficiently produce documents using various software. 

Responsibilities

• Creating and revising complex legal documents, adhering to Firm formatting guidelines and departmental best practices;
• Performing well under pressure and coordinating several activities at one time while being mindful of strict deadlines;
• Troubleshooting problematic documents successfully;
• Proofeading work for accuracy;
• Keeping Document Processing Supervisor informed of work status;
• Communicating with lawyers and supervisors regarding job problems, instructions or Deadlines;
• Providing at-desk support to lawyers or off-site client support as requested;
• Answering technical questions on software when required;
• Efficiently using all equipment (g., transcription, scanner);
• Attending mandatory training as required;
• Learning and effectively implementing new software as required; and
• Performing other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma required;
• College degree preferred;
• 3+ years as a document processing operator in a professional services environment;
• Typing speed 65+;
• Proficient in use of all Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Visio as well as DocX Tools, Workshare Compare, Adobe Acrobat and OmniPage;
• Excellent graphic skills, including use of Adobe Photoshop, a plus;
• Excellent proofreading, communication, grammar and organizational skills;
• Highly attentive to detail;
• ability to work well in a team environment; and
• Availability to work overtime as needed.