If you’re UK-based, solid with grammar, and you can hit deadlines without babysitting, eScribers is recruiting freelance legal transcribers for their UK team (eScribers Limited + Marten Walsh Cherer Limited under the same group, but operating independently).
About eScribers
eScribers supports courts and government agencies across the US and the UK & Ireland. They’re private equity backed, growing fast, and ISO9001 certified (quality-focused). They also expect ISO27001-level security standards (info security).
Schedule
- Remote (UK)
- Freelance / contract
- Work volume can fluctuate (no guaranteed workload)
- Priority goes to transcribers who consistently deliver high quality on time
What You’ll Do
- Produce accurate, complete legal transcripts from audio
- Research case references online as needed
- Create high-standard Word documents that meet client specs
- Communicate clearly about assignments, questions, and deadlines
What You Need
- Reside in the UK and be legally entitled to work in the UK
- Current UK bank account for payment
- Strong English grammar, punctuation, and language command
- Comfortable with technology and online research
- Reliable, deadline-driven workflow
- Good communication habits (because this is service work, not solo art)
Home Setup Requirements
- Secure Windows computer dedicated to work
- Work-dedicated email account
- Microsoft Word 2010+
- Stable internet
- Foot pedal recommended: Infinity IN-USB 2 or IN-USB 3
- Commitment to ISO27001 security standards
Nice-to-Haves
- 3+ years UK court transcription experience
- BIVR accreditation (or similar)
- Transcription experience in other industries
Pay
- Competitive rates
- Paid as either:
- Per folio (every 72 words), or
- Per minute of audio transcribed/edited
- You invoice for completed work and get paid via direct deposit
Onboarding
Expect a structured process that includes:
- Testing + telephone/MS Teams interview
- Documentation + freelancer contract paperwork
- Computer setup + software familiarization
- BPSS check (including criminal records check) at your expense
Benefits
- Supportive remote community
- Constructive feedback to help you improve quality and earning potential
- Strong quality-and-deadline culture (good if you like clear standards)
Urgency
If you’re applying, don’t wing the aptitude test. Take it once, take it seriously, save the certificate PDF, and upload it immediately while the momentum is hot.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…