Document Control Specialist - Legal

Anderson Knight is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and highly regarded legal firm in Edinburgh for a Legal Document Production Specialist.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced document production professional with advanced Microsoft Word skills to join a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment. The successful candidate will play a key role in producing and maintaining high-quality legal documentation while supporting the wider business with technical expertise and document management best practices.

Location: Edinburgh (Hybrid) Hours: Monday to Friday 9:00am-5:00pm Salary: £30,000-£32,000

Key Responsibilities

• Produce, format, amend and proofread complex legal documents to an exceptionally high standard.
• Create accurate documentation from digital dictation and transcription platforms.
• Ensure all documentation is consistent with firm branding, formatting standards and quality requirements.
• Manage multiple tasks simultaneously, delivering work accurately within strict deadlines.
• Support the development, maintenance and enhancement of Microsoft Word templates, styles and document automation solutions.
• Troubleshoot document formatting and technical issues, providing effective solutions and guidance to colleagues.
• Build strong working relationships across the business, providing support to legal and administrative teams.
• Assist with departmental and firm-wide projects, contributing technical expertise where required.
• Share knowledge and best practice with colleagues to support continuous improvement and development.
• Adapt quickly to new technologies, systems and processes within the business.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience within a document production, legal support, document formatting, or technical document-focused role.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Word.
• Exceptional attention to detail with a strong focus on accuracy and quality.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities with a proactive approach.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and thrive in a fast-paced professional environment.
• Experience working within the legal sector would be highly advantageous.

If you are a highly organised Document Production professional looking to develop your career within a prestigious legal firm, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Apply now or contact Anderson Knight for a confidential discussion