Proofreader

About This Role

This role is for a detail-oriented proofreader to review legal and marketing documents, ensuring high accuracy, consistency, and adherence to style guides. The position also involves occasional document processing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a resource for all questions on grammar, spelling, and current usage
• Proofread documents for errors in typing, spelling, grammar, syntax, punctuation, and formatting
• Update entries into the electronic job submission and workflow tracking system
• Handle additional document processing projects and quality check projects as assigned
• Proofread internal and external marketing collateral (i.e., brochures, pitch books, biographies, etc.)
• Take direction from designers and writers

Requirements

• Knowledge of proofing marks and procedures
• Fundamental-level proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in legal terminology and a variety of citation and brief formats used in legal work
• Knowledge of current formats and citation protocols: The Chicago Manual of Style, The Bluebook, and California Style Manual
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including an expert level knowledge of English language, grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Demonstrated ability to maintain information in strictest confidence
• Sound judgment and the ability to make common sense editing decisions
• Experience with following and memorizing corporate brand guidelines
• 3+ years proofreading experience
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office 2010 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Ability to work through complex document markups and instructions in a timely manner
• Flexibility to work overtime or change shift to accommodate Firm needs
• Knowledge of working with the AP style guide

Nice to have:

• Associate or Bachelor
• Copywriting experience

Benefits

• Annual bonus
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Important Details

• Schedule: Saturday to Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m. AZT

About the Company

Opensity Solutions is the largest tech-enabled managed services organization serving leading law firms, financial institutions, and professional services firms. It provides integrated operational platforms, automation, and advisory services, including IT and technology solutions, document processing, administrative support, marketing and communications, billing and AP/AR services, records and information governance, workflow automation, consulting, and hospitality and facilities services.