Bilingual Document Coordinator

The Bilingual Document Coordinator will primary responsibility of this role is to process document production requests in both German and English.
This includes handling job requests that range from intermediate to complex word processing, voice file transcription, and various other tasks. Additionally, the role-holder may be assigned to special or strategic projects, including pilot programs for new services.

Regularly, the role-holder is expected to uphold the department’s quality and efficiency standards by consistently producing one-pass work with zero to minimal quality checks. They can be assigned to conduct peer reviews to ensure consistent output quality among Document Coordinators.

Responsibilities:

Operations

• Efficiently manage all aspects of document production, including but not limited to voice file transcription, copy typing, document markup, formatting, and the creation of documents in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Presentations. Ensure all work adheres to established Brand Guidelines.
• Successfully complete intermediate to complex tasks while maintaining high-quality standards. Focus on accuracy and efficiency in all assignments.
• Expected to consistently produce one-pass work regardless of complexity and challenges according to established quality and efficiency standards
• Assigned to conduct peer reviews (pre-audits) of the output from coordinators, taking into account their tenure and complexity of work.
• Effective account management skills:
  • Conduct accurate assessment of job requests, including turnaround time
  • Communicate with clients by phone and/or email accurately and timely
  • Proactively offer solutions whenever potential problems are foreseen
  • Confirm all discussions and agreements with clients in writing
• Report to the Supervisor all issues that may interfere with service delivery
• Forward client feedback to the Supervisor
• Well-versed in all Department Service Lines
• Consistently achieve individual targets, priorities, and developmental objectives aligned with the department's and Firm's direction
• Implement all company policies, rules, and regulations
• Maintain confidentiality of Firm and client information
• Ensure that all other tasks assigned by Management are properly attended to
• Perform other tasks assigned by the Supervisors and Manager

Project management

• Help execute all project requirements according to service delivery standards
• Develop and apply subject matter expertise
• Exhibit good client care skills and leadership potential at every opportunity
• Coordinate with Project Managers on updates and issue resolution strategies

Brand Support

• Advise, encourage, and facilitate client adoption of firm brand standards and templates
• Create visually engaging documents and presentation materials using MS Word and PowerPoint templates
• Ensure accurate and timely output delivery by adhering to established quality and Firm brand standards
• Alert clients to potential problems/issues ahead of time and offer possible solutions or alternative approaches

Client Care

• Build good working relationships with clients and handle their concerns promptly and professionally, in keeping with client service principles
• In case of an escalation or complaint, send an acknowledgment email, collate facts, prepare an incident report within the agreed timelines, and provide a recommendation to prevent the problem from recurring
• Confirm all discussions and agreements with clients in writing

Skills and Experience:

• Relevant experience in a similar field and involvement in a similar function
• Bachelor’s degree with good academic standing
• Keen analytical skills and ability to determine client needs
• Demonstrates native-level fluency in German and advanced proficiency in English, both written and spoken
• Able to make sound and accurate decisions and judgment calls
• Effective leadership and communication skills
• Highly organized and able to prioritize tasks
• Advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Flexible and willing to work any shift
• Aptitude for learning new technologies and processes
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strong commitment to outstanding client service
• Exceptional work ethic, personal and professional integrity
• Able to establish and maintain effective working relationships; a team player
• Able to collaborate and communicate effectively with people from different cultures and various levels of the organization
• Experience in working with a multicultural team is an asset