NOTE: This is an on-site position with a hybrid work policy
POSITION OVERVIEW
Reporting to the File Comparison Coordinator, this role is responsible to compare files to ensure they match with precise detail.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Functions)
- Use a PDF patent application as a source document to check the accuracy of a Word document and make edits, as necessary; check and compare source and target texts to meet quality standards (QC/QA)
- Format and prepare documents for translation
- Extract texts in drawings
- Participate in project management related to document comparison and proofreading, coordinating with both internal teams and external partners to ensure timely completion.
- Work on special projects and other duties as assigned by management
QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
Education and Experience: Any combination of education, experience and training which provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Experience in document edition/revision a plus
- Proficiency (ability to read and type) in 2nd language preferred, but not required (Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, German, French or Spanish)
- Strong attention to detail is crucial
- Knowledge of and prior experience using Microsoft Office – styles, formatting, basic macros, etc.
- Type 50+ WPM
- Ability to work well with minimal supervision
- Ability to meet tight deadlines
- Be responsive and responsible
- Excellent communication skills required, both verbal and written
- Participate in a culture of responsiveness to strengthen relationships and ensure the needs of others are met and respected
SUPERVISION RECEIVED - Supervision is provided by File Comparison Coordinator
SUPERVISION EXERCISED - No direct reports
PHYSICAL/SENSORY/MENTAL DEMANDS:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Consistently standing and/or sitting with the ability to move between floors to meet with other team members
- Consistently operating a computer and other office productivity machinery
- Remembering names and details
- Maintains confidentiality of all information that is or will be confidential and proprietary to Questel or Questel’s clients
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Verification of identity and criminal records check
DISCLAIMER
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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What We Do
Questel is a true end-to-end intellectual property solutions provider serving 20,000 organizations in more than 30 countries for the optimal management of their IP assets portfolio.
Whether for patent, trademark, domain name, or design, Questel provides its customers with the software, tech-enabled services, and consulting services necessary to give them a strategic advantage.
We use state-of-the-art technology such as artificial intelligence, big data, or blockchain, powered by an unparalleled network of international experts, to optimize the maintenance of any IP asset while streamlining the internal processes of our corporate and law firm clientele.
These solutions, when combined with our IP cost management platform, deliver clients an average savings of 30-60% across the entire prosecution budget.
Beyond IP, Questel’s mission is to facilitate the development of innovation in an efficient, secure, and sustainable way
