Legal Digital Court Reporter

Summary

Join eScribers, a leading provider of court reporting and transcription services, as a UK Digital Legal/Court Reporter (Logger/Recording Technician)! This remote, freelance position offers competitive daily rates and the opportunity to work with a highly skilled team. You will be responsible for recording and logging court proceedings, managing equipment, and communicating effectively with colleagues and clients. Prior experience as a Digital Reporter/Logger is required, along with strong technical and communication skills. eScribers offers a freelance contract with direct deposit payment, but the volume of work may fluctuate. The onboarding process includes an aptitude test, interview, and background check.

Requirements

• Reside in the UK
• Be legally entitled to work in the UK
• Have previously worked as a Digital Reporter/Logger (ie, previous experience is a requirement)
• Have a current UK bank account to receive payment
• Be reliable, with good time management and plenty of flexibility (as proceedings can overrun)
• Be a confident communicator (written & verbal)
• Be smart and well presented
• Be able to remain calm under pressure. Intermediate technical IT/AV troubleshooting skills
• Good keyboard skills
• A confident Microsoft Windows, Word user
• Knowledge and application of English grammar, spelling, punctuation and syntax skills
• Have good attention to detail and focus
• Be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Discretion and the ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality
• Problem identification and resolution skills
• Be able to travel in and around the London area

Responsibilities

• Transporting and setting up of digital recording equipment both remotely and on location
• Managing the recording and logging of events in a professional and efficient manner, adhering to agreed timescales, and seeking appropriate support when necessary
• Communicating effectively and appropriately with colleagues, clients and venue staff in order to best achieve eScribers’ contractual obligations to the highest standards
• Building relationships with clients and host venues to ensure the smooth running of the event, and to facilitate the transfer of information to enable a quality transcript to be produced
• Possessing an understanding of Court proceedings and basic legal terminology
• Providing a high level of customer service and support to all Stakeholders
• Identifying and troubleshooting common issues
• Attention to detail and accuracy

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of legal terminology
• Courtroom experience

Benefits

• Competitive daily rates
• Freelancer contract
• Paid via direct deposit