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September 24, 2026

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Location: 100% Remote (US-based) Schedule: Part-time / Freelance (On-call basis with fluctuating hours; must be reachable and responsive between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM CST) Duration: September 8th, 2026 - Early/Mid-November 2026 Hours: Freelance (Hours fluctuate; up to 40 hours/week during peak periods, but no hours are guaranteed post-training) Compensation Range: $30.00 - $32.00/hr (W2) A leading global professional services firm is seeking experienced Proofreaders / Quality Assurance Specialists to support a surge in work volume during their peak seasonal business period. This seasonal freelance role plays a vital part in producing high-quality, accurate client-facing materials and communications. Because this role is structured on an on-call freelance model, it is perfect for professionals who thrive in a flexible, independent environment. You do not need to sit at your computer all day, but you must keep email notifications on to quickly confirm receipt of assignments during the 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM CST window. Please note that hours will fluctuate and are not guaranteed; however, you will receive a guaranteed 20 hours of pay per week during the initial two-week training period. Responsibilities: • Proofread Regulated Content & Graphics: Review and edit highly regulated, employee-facing documents for spelling, grammar, punctuation, clarity, and consistency. Meticulously audit complex visual data such as charts, graphs, and tables. • Adhere to Standards: Ensure all materials strictly conform to client-specific style guides, regulatory compliance standards, and internal editorial guidelines. • Follow Precise Workflows: Execute reviews according to strict, step-by-step instructions. Finalize, label, and log files exactly as instructed within the project management system to ensure they are seamlessly searchable. • Manage Shifting Priorities: Work quickly and accurately under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment. • Maintain Autonomy: Fully engage in a comprehensive two-week training program, then operate independently by proactively using training manuals and resources to resolve daily questions. Qualifications: • Minimum of 2 years of professional editing and/or proofreading experience. • Excellent command of English grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style usage. • Exceptional attention to detail, especially regarding strict file-labeling and saving protocols. • Strong time-management skills with the ability to meet rapid turnaround times (often 1 to 2 hours from receipt). • Must have access to a reliable, personal laptop or desktop computer to work from. • Flexible availability to handle both low-hour weeks and peak weeks (up to 40 hours, including occasional weekends) without capped hourly constraints. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience proofing materials in employee benefits, insurance, or other highly regulated industries. • Familiarity with collaborative editing and markup tools (e.g., reputed company Acrobat PDF markups, reputed company Word Track Changes). JOBID: #PL Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At reputed company, a reputed company company, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, reputed company by reputed company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. 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. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job

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