Word Processor - TAMPA

Job Description Legal Word Processor Tampa, FL 33629 Job Type: Full-Time, W-2, Direct-Hire, Non-Exempt Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM On-Site for 90 Days of Successful Onboarding Hybrid Flexibility (1 WFH Day Weekly Thereafter) Compensation: $55,000 to $70,000 DOE LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a premier Florida law firm to hire an experienced Word Processor for its dynamic document production team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment and excels at producing polished, accurate, client-ready documents under tight deadlines. As a key member of the firm's centralized production group, you'll support attorneys across multiple practice areas by leveraging advanced formatting skills, document automation tools, and sophisticated legal technologies. This is a technical production role, not a paralegal or legal assistant track, and requires a strong command of Microsoft Word, styles, redlining, complex formatting, and high-volume legal document workflows. Candidates must have at least 3+ years of experience in a US law firm word-processing role, with a proven ability to manage revisions, create templates, troubleshoot formatting issues, and ensure accuracy and consistency across all legal documents. Primary ResponsibilitiesProduce, edit, and finalize complex legal and business documents from drafts, marked versions, and dictation.Apply advanced formatting using styles, templates, tables, cross-referencing, and other automated features.Manage redlines, comparisons, and version control with exceptional accuracy.Perform thorough proofreading for consistency, grammar, punctuation, and formatting.Convert documents between applications (Word, PDF, PowerPoint, Excel) while maintaining formatting integrity.Build TOCs, TOAs, mail merges, labels, forms, and other automated document components.Troubleshoot document errors, repair corrupted files, and provide technical support for formatting issues.Utilize AI-assisted tools and modern legal technology to enhance efficiency and document quality.Prepare charts, exhibits, and accompanying materials as needed.Maintain familiarity with evolving document management systems and workflow tools.Minimum Requirements:3+ years of recent and dedicated legal word processing experience within a US law firm (large-firm experience preferred).Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word (styles, complex formatting, tables, automated features).Strong working knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, and PDF editing/assembly tools.Experience with comparison and version-control software such as Litera/Workshare.Familiarity with legal terminology and document management platforms.Ability to type 60+ WPM with high accuracy.Outstanding attention to detail, proofreading ability, and document quality control.Strong communication skills and comfort supporting multiple attorneys and shifting priorities.Willingness to learn new technologies, including AI-enhanced tools.Comprehensive Benefits Package to include: PTO, Paid Holidays, 401(k) matching, Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Health Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Account, and Health Savings AccountPay Details: $55,000.00 to $70,000.00 per yearSearch managed by: Holly HilderhoffEqual Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledMilitary connected talent encouraged to applyTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacyThe Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:The California Fair Chance ActLos Angeles City Fair Chance OrdinanceLos Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for EmployersSan Francisco Fair Chance OrdinanceMassachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.