Lockton is a global professional services firm with more than 8,000 Associates who advise clients on protecting their people, property and reputations. Lockton has grown to become the world's largest privately held, independent insurance broker by helping clients achieve their business objectives. Check out the latest insights from Lockton's experts.
A few reasons Associates love working at Lockton include:
- Opportunities for growth and advancement, including paid training and professional development.
- 12-week paid parental leave.
- An emphasis on community involvement and giving back.
- Frequent athletic and wellness events.
- Incredibly generous rewards; US Associates receive a Rolex for their 10-year anniversary!
- We are uncommonly and perpetually independent.
Proofreader/Copywriter
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED
- Must have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism or related field or equivalent experience
- Minimum two years proofreading experience reading materials word for word and identifying errors missed in earlier rounds to ensure the final product is error-free. Knowledge of the health care or benefits industry helpful but not required.
- Proficiency proofing in Word with track changes and with PDF documents, working knowledge of ProofHQ helpful but not required
- Strong copywriting skills; familiarity with the wellness, health care and insurance industries a plus. Familiarity with writing marketing-style materials that are engaging, informational and appropriate for the intended audience.
- Solid grasp of AP Style and experience proofing to specific in-house or client preferences. This includes ability to make judgement calls and problem solve, question word choice, ensure correct spelling and grammar usage as well as spotting style inconsistencies in documents.
- Comfortable working in a collaborative setting and accepting constructive feedback
- Familiarity with Basecamp or other similar web-based project management programs but not required
- Organized and uses established methods to track multiple proofing requests that can come in simultaneously. With supervisor, determine priorities and assign overflow projects to freelancers and manage their workflow to ensure deadlines are met or adjusted.
- Able to keep track of incoming client files and emails and be able to find them quickly if a question comes up
- Detail oriented and able to spot style inconsistencies within large multi-page guides, make marks or comments that provide clear instructions or suggestions
- Excellent communication skills with experience reaching out for more information, clarification, additional tools or assistance if needed
- Proven ability to follow instructions and processes to complete assignments, requesting clarification if needed
- Able to stay cool under pressure and on deadline
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Lockton Companies LLC is proud to provide everyone an equal opportunity to grow and advance. We strive to cultivate an environment that learns from, celebrates, and thrives because of our breadth of differences. We are committed to fostering a culture where every member of the Lockton family feels valued and accepted as they are and safe to bring their authentic selves to work every single day. At the end of the day, our mission is to ensure that our family can be anyone’s family.
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