Document Production Specialist

Fieldfisher's Document Production Team provides support to all legal and non-legal departments and practice areas.,

• To answer and respond to all incoming requests in a prompt and effective manner
• Create and amend documents from handwritten mark-ups accurately and in a timely fashion
• Create documents and correspondence using digital dictation
• Create tables, flowcharts and presentations to a high standard, offering advice when necessary
• Proofread all work to ensure accuracy, correct layout etc
• Advanced use of track changes and comparison software such as Litera
• Strip and reformat documents
• Troubleshoot problem documents using extensive knowledge to find solutions
• Ensure house style is adhered to and promoted on all FF documents
• Ensure all documents that come through the department are correctly formatted and stable
• Document conversion - PDF to Word
  
  We are seeking an experienced Document Production Specialist who has strong IT, communication and time management skills with solid experience of using Microsoft Office packages including Excel, Word, Publisher and PowerPoint., Advanced Word/Office skills are essential for this role as is the ability to produce, format and work with complex and lengthy documents and agreements
• MOS Word and PowerPoint desirable, but successful candidate would be expected to achieve this standard following training
• Fast accurate typing skills (minimum 70 wpm)
• Intermediate Excel skills, Proven experience within a document production unit in a law firm is desirable for this role, although training will be provided to successful candidates, Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work in a pressurised environment
• Critical eye for detail
• Flexible
• Pro-active, 'can do' attitude; positive and resilient
• Strong communication skills
• Friendly and approachable
• Comfortable working with people of all levels of seniority
  
  Our people are at the core of what we do. Fieldfisher's benefits package is designed to enable all colleagues to thrive in an inclusive and supportive environment. These benefits range from private health insurance, life assurance & income protection, flexi-gym discounts, season ticket loans, bike-to-work loans and much more.
Fieldfisher Manchester is based in one of the city's most vibrant destinations. We are based in the ultra-modern No.1 Spinningfields, a thriving hub for work, rest and recreation surrounded by restaurants and cafés. We are based on the 17th floor, so if you're inspired by fantastic skyline views and a bright, contemporary workspace then we will not disappoint. Offering excellent commuter links with easy access to railway, Metrolink and bus services, open plan workspaces that encourages a sense of camaraderie, hybrid working and hot-desking, bike storage, shower facilities and much more. We have diverse teams made up of our Partners, Lawyers and Business Services Professionals, collaborating to provide outstanding service to our clients, working across our many different sectors and practice areas. We understand the importance of collaboration outside of work with lots of different clubs and networks for our people to get involved in, including quiz nights, book club, choir, firm-funded yoga, fitness challenges, football teams, and inclusive events with our nominated charity partners. If you would like to know more, chat with our recruitment team or visit our social media channels to see for yourself!, Fieldfisher is Times Top 20 Law Firm, a highly commended firm in the European Financial Times Innovative Lawyers rankings and is repeatedly nominated for awards in areas including dispute resolution, M&A and IP. Many of our lawyers are recognised by legal directories as leading professionals in their areas of specialism and we are top two-ranked in a number of our key practice areas. Our network spans over 1,800 people across 26 international offices in 12 countries. We operate across our offices in Amsterdam, Barcelona, Beijing, Belfast (2), Berlin, Birmingham, Bologna, Brussels, Dublin, Düsseldorf, Frankfurt, Guangzhou, Hamburg, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Manchester, Milan, Munich, Paris, Rome, Shanghai, Turin, Venice, Vienna and Silicon Valley. Fieldfisher aims to ensure equality of opportunity and we are actively working towards improving the diversity of our staff. All applications will only be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role., "I consider Fieldfisher to be a progressive firm with an understanding of social values. I'm pleased that staff is able to have input in the firm's direction and purpose as well as help to shape wider society. I'm encouraged to perform by being able to develop in a natural way, whilst being supported at every step. Fieldfisher has managed to nurture a really positive and friendly culture. If they have drive and ambition, I would encourage anybody looking for a role here to grab the opportunity." "Since joining Fieldfisher in 2016, I have progressed from an entry-level secretarial role to an experienced executive assistant. This was made possible by a supportive and inclusive working environment that allows staff to progress at a pace that is best suited to them which in turn makes for well-rounded, home-grown talent. The firm strikes a great balance between providing the foundations for success and autonomy of your own growth and development. An insight I would give to potential applicants is that Fieldfisher offers the opportunity for a career and a sense of belonging to a community and not just a job." Documents