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About the Role

The Word Processing Operator is responsible for creating, formatting, and revising documents, as well as retrieving text and data from electronic files. This role also provides user support for MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Create and revise legal documents to Firm’s specifications using the Firm’s latest software and version of MS Office
• Produce financial statements, flow charts, presentations, letters and other documents, marking for cross references, Table of Contents, Table of Authorities, defined terms, and indexing
• Scan and format documents; convert documents to/from different software packages, produce mail merge documents, and fillable-pdf forms, and prepare Change Pro comparisons
• Troubleshoot document issues; recover/restore corrupted document files
• Proofread work for quality and correct formatting
• Answer incoming calls to Word Support and assist users with various software applications; provide document support utilizing remote access; input iSupport calls into software ticketing system
• Coordinate and communicate with Supervisor-Word Processing regarding workflow and other issues
• Maintain an accurate diary log of all work performed
• Provide front desk coverage during the absence of Supervisor when necessary
• Work overtime or flexible schedule as required to meet deadlines
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Proficiency in MS Office Suite; intermediate level knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel
• Knowledge of software specific to the legal industry, i.e. Worksite, Payne Numbering Scheme
• Basic math skills: addition, subtraction, multiplication, division
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong customer service skills
• Ability to use discretion with sensitive and confidential information
• Ability to effectively prioritize and plan work activities and meet deadlines in high pressure environment
• Experience in a large law firm preferred
• Knowledge of Adobe products and EDGAR experience preferred
• 2 to 4 years of relevant experience in a center-based environment required
• Ability to effectively present information verbally and in writing

Skills

• MS Office Suite
• PowerPoint
• Excel
• Worksite
• Payne Numbering Scheme
• Adobe products
• EDGAR

Work Type

• Hybrid

Experience Level

• 2 to 4 years

Education Level

• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• Technical school certification

Salary/Compensations

• $90,000 to $105,000

About the Company

• Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.

Equal Opportunity

• Simpson Thacher & Bartlett is committed to a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The Firm prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, marital or partnership status, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other legally protected status. This Policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the Firm, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training and development, promotion, transfer, discipline, termination, and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment.