What are the responsibilities and job description for the Word Processing Specialist position at The Stevens & Lee Companies?
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Stevens & Lee is a full-service law firm with approximately 200 attorneys in 15 offices in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Florida and Delaware. We provide services to a wide range of business clients – from lower middle-market to Fortune 500 companies – on a regional and national basis. The law firm is part of The Stevens & Lee Companies, a diversified professional services platform with synergistic lines of business, including an investment bank and other complementary financial and consulting services firms.
Job Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and efficient Word Processor to join our team. The ideal candidate will have strong typing skills and experience in formatting documents using Microsoft Word. The Word Processor will be responsible for creating, editing, and managing various documents to ensure they meet organizational standards.
Primary Responsibilities (responsibilities include but not limited to):
- Create, revise, and format correspondence, various legal documents, spreadsheets, and presentations.
- Proofread and review documents for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the requirements of requestors or departments.
- Assist with special projects for attorneys, professionals, paralegals, and various departments as needed.
- Address and resolve issues such as formatting problems within documents for attorneys, professionals, and paralegals.
- Interpret challenging handwriting and, when necessary, correct grammar and punctuation errors.
- Transcribe remote dictation and perform transcription duties.
- Manage and organize electronic files and documents, including naming conventions and version control.
- Ensure confidentiality and security of sensitive information.
- Perform other administrative tasks as needed.
Qualifications:
- Minimum high school diploma or demonstrated equivalent experience in relevant field. Experience in a legal professional services environment preferred.
- 2 years experience in a professional services work environment.
Skills and Abilities:
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Nuance Power PDF Advanced.
- Strong written, verbal, and comprehension skills.
- Familiar with legal terminology.
- Resourceful and self-motivated with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
- Capable of managing multiple tasks and prioritizing effectively.
- Eager to continuously learn and improve.
- Reliable, punctual, attentive, and respectful.
- Able to work well in a diverse, team-oriented environment.
- Performs effectively under pressure with strong work ethics and integrity, maintaining confidentiality.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Type:
Full-Time- 40 Hours/week
FLSA Classification:
Non-Exempt
Reports To:
IS Department
In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, The Stevens & Lee Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in regard to race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to: jobs@stevenslee.com.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Ability to Commute:
- Reading, PA 19601 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Reading, PA 19601: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
