A leading independent marketing services business that provides sophisticated marketing collateral and print fulfilment services to organisations and leading brands across the UK is looking for a Proofreader to join their team in Huntington on a full-time basis.
Established in 2003, the company has grown every year since incorporation and has established an outstanding reputation for the quality of their work and service levels. They hold their people at the centre of what they do, completing regular employee engagement surveys and using the feedback to action new and exciting changes with the view of featuring in The Times Top 100 companies to work for in the near future.
They have exciting expansion plans and aim to double their turnover in the next few years. Never has it been a more exciting time to join them!
About the Role
They are seeking proofreaders with an excellent eye for detail and exceptional spelling and grammar skills to join their fast-paced graphic design department. The successful candidate will join their dynamic team of proofreaders and must be able to work to tight deadlines and have the confidence to work both individually and as part of a team.
This is an entry level position, so prior proofreading experience is not necessary as full training will be given; however, an excellent command of the English language is essential. Hours of work are Monday to Friday on a rota of 9 am to 4:30 pm or 9 am to 5 pm.
Key Responsibilities:
- Thoroughly checking PDF drafts against client-supplied content
- Correcting grammar, spelling and formatting, and fact-checking whilst adhering to their own house style
- Monitoring multiple email accounts as part of a team and answering enquiries from colleagues
Required Skills:
- An excellent command of the English language
- Exceptional spelling and grammar skills
- Good IT skills - applicants must be confident in using Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word and Outlook
- The ability to work to deadlines
- A conscientious and thorough approach to work
- A keen eye for detail
- Excellent communication skills
- A team player attitude - applicants must be able to engage well with colleagues
- A minimum of a B grade in GCSE English
Benefits:
- A focused strategy and culture that gives employees the right platform to grow and develop their careers
- Flexible working at the end of a successful training period (hybrid, at least one week a month in their Huntingdon office)
- 35-hour working week
- Paid overtime during busy periods
- A generous holiday allowance of 24 days, rising to 26
- Enhanced parental leave
- Enhanced pension scheme of 5% company contribution
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- 4x Salary Life Assurance and Income Protection
- Private Medical Insurance
- A work hard/play hard culture and a great working environment
- Regular company-wide and departmental events
- A Living Wage accredited organisation
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