eScribers is seeking freelance Digital Legal/Court Reporters (Loggers/Recording Technicians) based in London to record and log legal proceedings either in person or remotely. The role involves setting up and managing digital recording equipment, ensuring accurate logs of proceedings, and maintaining high standards of professionalism and confidentiality. As part of a highly skilled UK team, you'll support legal events with precision and reliability.
What You'll Do
- 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.
What We're Looking For
- Reside in the UK
- Be legally entitled to work in the UK
- 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 based in the London area with easy access to Central London (particularly Canary Wharf, Kennington and Farringdon)
Nice to Have
- Previous experience as a Digital Reporter/Logger (with some exceptions)
- Understanding of legal terminology
- Courtroom experience
- Availability to travel within other locations, including Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and Manchester, including overnight stays
- Be able to work in person (on location) and remotely (eg, in a quiet room in your home)
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- Digital recording equipment
- AV equipment
Team & Environment
You’ll be joining a highly skilled and dedicated UK team of professionals. eScribers Limited and Marten Walsh Cherer Limited operate independently within the eScribers (Limited) UK Group, fostering a culture of professionalism, innovative thinking, and collaboration.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive daily rates
- Opportunity to be part of a growing community of encouraging like-minded people
- ISO9001 certified company ensuring top-quality services
- Option to engage with either eScribers Limited or Marten Walsh Cherer Limited for work
Compensation includes competitive daily rates.
Work Mode
Must be able to work remotely and on location; availability for travel and overnight stays is a bonus. Candidates must be based in the London area with easy access to Central London (particularly Canary Wharf, Kennington and Farringdon), with opportunities to work in Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff, and Manchester.
