Advanced Word Formatting Technician

Napthens LLP / The Napthens Group; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading legal firm as an Advanced Word Formatting Technician in Preston. This role requires expertise in Microsoft Word to create and manage complex legal documents, with an opportunity for hybrid/remote working after training. Ideal for detail-oriented professionals looking to advance their career in legal documentation.

Benefits

Hybrid working available after training

Supportive and collaborative team environment

Continuous professional development and training opportunities

Health and wellbeing support

Qualifications

• Minimum typing speed of 70 words per minute, high accuracy.
• Previous experience in legal document production is desirable.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint required.

Responsibilities

• Accurately create and amend legal documents from handwritten mark-ups.
• Proofread documents to ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper layout.
• Transcribe correspondence and legal content using digital dictation.

Skills

Advanced Microsoft Word

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

BigHand

iManage

Proclaim

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Job Title: Advanced Word Formatting Technician
Location: Preston, Lancashire (Head Office for training) – Hybrid/Remote Working Available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 6:00pm
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Title: Advanced Word Formatting Technician
Location: Preston, Lancashire (Head Office for training) – Hybrid/Remote Working Available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 10:00am – 6:00pm
Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Advanced Word Formatting Technician to support our legal teams across the firm. Based initially at our Preston head office for training, this role offers the flexibility of hybrid working once fully onboarded.

This position is perfect for someone with advanced Microsoft Word skills, a passion for precision, and the ability to create, format, and manage complex legal documents in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately create and amend legal documents from handwritten mark-ups

• Transcribe correspondence and legal content using digital dictation

• Format complex tables, flowcharts, and presentations to a high professional standard

• Proofread documents to ensure accuracy, consistency, and proper layout

• Use advanced Microsoft Word features such as:

  • Track Changes

  • Auto-numbering

  • Cross-referencing

  • Table of Contents

• Compare documents using tools like CompareDocs

• Reformat and clean up documents to meet house style standards

• Troubleshoot and resolve document formatting issues

• Convert files between formats (e.g., PDF to Word)

• Transcribe video meetings and upload to BigHand for processing

• Compile court and tribunal e-bundles with full pagination, bookmarks, and hyperlinks

Skills & Experience Required

• Advanced Microsoft Word and Office skills are essential

• Minimum typing speed of 70 words per minute, with high accuracy

• Intermediate knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint

• Previous experience in a legal document production or formatting role is desirable (training will be provided)

• Meticulous attention to detail with a methodical approach to formatting

• Ability to manage deadlines and prioritise workload under pressure

• Positive, proactive attitude and strong problem-solving skills

• Familiarity with BigHand, iManage, and/or Proclaim is advantageous

Why Join Napthens?

• Hybrid working available after training

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Continuous professional development and training opportunities

• Health and wellbeing support through our comprehensive benefits package

• Be part of a highly respected legal firm known for quality and service

Ready to bring your advanced Word skills and eye for detail to a new challenge?
Apply now and join a team committed to delivering excellence in legal documentation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Law Practice

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