Position Summary: The Legal Technical Writer is responsible for creating, editing, and managing legal documents, technical materials, and content that support organizational compliance, litigation, or regulatory needs. This role requires a meticulous approach to research, drafting, and formatting legal and technical information to ensure accuracy, clarity, and accessibility for intended audiences. Key Responsibilities:
Document Creation and Maintenance: - Draft, edit, and proofread a variety of legal and technical documents, including contracts, policies, manuals, and regulatory filings.
- Translate complex legal jargon into clear, concise, and user-friendly language while preserving legal accuracy.
- Develop templates and style guides for consistent document formatting.
Legal Research and Analysis: - Conduct research to gather relevant laws, regulations, and legal precedents.
- Analyze legal and technical materials to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with legal teams to verify content accuracy and compliance.
Stakeholder Collaboration: - Work closely with attorneys, compliance officers, and subject matter experts to gather information and ensure document alignment with legal standards.
- Liaise with technical teams to integrate legal content into technical frameworks, as necessary.
Regulatory and Compliance Documentation: - Prepare reports, summaries, and documentation required for audits, regulatory submissions, or litigation support.
- Monitor changes in regulations and update documents to reflect compliance requirements.
Content Management: - Organize and manage a repository of legal and technical documentation for easy retrieval and version control.
- Ensure documents are securely stored and access is appropriately restricted.
RequirementsQualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Pre-Law, English, Technical Writing, Communications or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in legal writing, technical writing, or a similar role.
- Strong understanding of legal terminology, document formatting, and compliance standards.
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
- Proficiency in document management systems and legal research tools.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with regulatory environments such as GDPR, HIPAA, or other industry-specific standards.
- Certification in technical writing or legal writing (e.g., CPTC).
- Experience with document automation software.
Key Competencies:
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Critical thinking and analytical abilities.
Work Environment:
- Primarily an office setting.
- Occasional extended hours may be required to meet deadlines.
Performance Metrics:
- Quality, accuracy, and clarity of written documents.
- Timeliness of deliverables.
- Compliance with legal and regulatory standards.