Typists and related keyboard occupations Salary

About this role

Typists and related keyboard occupations produce typed documents, transcripts and correspondence from handwritten notes, audio recordings and digital sources. They work across legal, medical, academic and general business settings requiring accurate document production.

Key responsibilities

• Typing documents, reports and correspondence from various sources
• Transcribing audio recordings into written text
• Formatting documents to required standards and templates
• Proofreading typed material for accuracy
• Managing workflows and meeting document production deadlines

Qualifications and entry routes

Fast and accurate typing skills are essential (typically 60+ wpm). RSA/OCR typing qualifications, audio typing skills and IT proficiency are standard requirements.