Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP · 1 day ago
Document Services Lead Operator
1285 Avenue of Americas, New York, NY 10019-6064
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$105K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expPaul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is a law firm seeking a Document Services Lead Operator to assist with workflow management and document production. The role involves supervising staff in the absence of a supervisor, troubleshooting documents, and providing technical guidance to colleagues and clients.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Processes and troubleshoots documents in Word 2016, Excel 2016, PowerPoint 2016 and Visio 2016, often using advanced tools and collateral software to complete tasks. Specifically:
DocXTools
Best Authority
Contract Companion
Kofax Power PDF
DocuSign
Creates and edits forms using Adobe Acrobat DC
Completes and returns assigned work to supervisory staff in a timely way, particularly jobs having strict deadlines
Provides technical guidance to colleagues and clients, as needed
Maintains advanced technical skills independently, staying abreast of new software, technical innovations and all the department's document protocols
Assists supervisor with administrative and workflow duties
Collaborates in a team and shift environment to complete complex projects
In direct Supervisor's absence:
Performs work intake, clarifying and recording clients’ instructions, negotiating deadlines, delegating work to staff astutely and managing resources to ensure prompt completion of projects
Skillfully prioritizes projects, thriving in a demanding, deadline-driven environment
Applies highly developed knowledge of document production protocols and technology, analyzing work requests to determine the best approach for timely and cost-effective completion of projects, and providing guidance to staff regarding same
Communicates effectively and courteously with clients regarding status of work requests, providing suggestions and additional services when appropriate
Qualification
Required
Expert proficiency in Word 2016 and Excel 2016 and advanced proficiency in Visio 2016 and PowerPoint 2016 required
A minimum of five (5) years of document production experience in a legal/finance environment required
Ability to produce fast and accurate document work
Exceptional organizational, multi-tasking and project-management skills
Superb customer service and interpersonal skills
Excellent communication skills
Preferred
A minimum of three (3) years' experience as Assistant Supervisor or Lead Operator preferred
Strong proficiency in DocXtools, Best Authority, Litera Compare, Adobe Acrobat DC, iManage, Contract Companion, Kofax Power PDF Advanced, OmniPage Pro and Outlook desired
Proofreading skills and familiarity with business vocabulary and legal terminology a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation and benefits packages
Company
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP is a premier firm of more than 1,000 lawyers with diverse backgrounds, personalities, ideas and interests who provide innovative and effective solutions to our clients’ most complex legal and business challenges.
1001-5000 employees
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