Self-Employed Home-Based Transcriber/Stenographer
Self-Employed Home-Based Transcriber/Stenographer
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Job Title: Self-Employed Home-Based Transcriber/Stenographer
Business Unit: Court Reporting
Days: Variable, within agreed deadlines
Hours: Flexible, within agreed deadlines
Location: Ireland
Summary
Following the recent success of being re-awarded the transcription contract with the Courts Service of Ireland, we are looking to increase our pool of experienced Home-Based Transcribers and Stenographers to work on a self-employed basis for Epiq, a global leader in the legal services industry. The role of Home-Based Transcriber/Stenographer sits within the Court Reporting Solutions part of the business and Epiq Dublin is well-respected for its ability to provide transcription services using highly-skilled professionals.
You will be transcribing legal court proceedings following the Style Guidelines provided by Epiq. If you are a fast accurate typist/stenographer, have experience in multi-speaker audio transcription, excellent English language skills and attention to detail, you are the perfect fit for this role. This opportunity gives you flexibility in your working hours, plus the chance to work for a recognized global organization and be part of a successful and professional business.
You will be computer literate with access to a PC/laptop where encryption software can be installed, have a fast broadband internet connection, Microsoft Word, headphones and software to play the audio files.
All candidates will undertake the Epiq online English & IQ assessment and typing tests. Upon successful completion of these assessments, you will receive full training in Epiq transcription styles.
Please note this is a self-employed role.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Transcription of multi-speaker audio including:
* Court proceedings – Criminal and all other jurisdictions across Ireland
* Disciplinary hearings
Personal profile
* Educated to minimum of Leaving Certificate, A level, or equivalent standard
* Experience of transcribing multi-speaker audio files
* Relevant work experience, preferably in a legal, parliamentary or business setting
* Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Word and ability to learn new software
* Interest in the law and current affairs
* Copy typing at a minimum speed of 60 wpm
* Audio typing at a minimum speed of 30 wpm
* Excellent English language skills – grammar, spelling and punctuation
* High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
* Ability to manage workload and meet assignment deadlines
* Self-motivated and self-disciplined
* Flexible and adaptable in approach
* Ability to effectively problem solve
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times
* Ability to handle challenging material
The Rewards
* A competitive rate of pay
* Flexibility - earn extra money when it suits you
* Ability to work from home
* Full training provided
Applications
We thank all applicants for their interest. However, please note that due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Epiq is an equal opportunities employer
It is Epiq’s policy to comply with all applicable equal employment opportunity laws by making all employment decisions without unlawful regard or consideration of any individual’s race, religion, ethnicity, colour, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expressions, transgender status, sexual and other reproductive health decisions, marital status, age, national origin, genetic information, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, veteran or family status or any other basis protected by applicable national, federal, state, provincial or local law. Epiq’s policy prohibits unlawful discrimination based on any of these impermissible bases, as well as any bases or grounds protected by applicable law in each jurisdiction. In addition, Epiq will take affirmative action for minorities, women, covered veterans and individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. Epiq is pleased to provide such assistance and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Pursuant to relevant law, where applicable, Epiq will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Seniority level
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Employment type
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Part-time
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