Job Description

We are looking for a proven Technical Author with 5 years' experience in a central government technical environment or related one, to write factual information about products and services, and how they work. You'll be provided with the understanding of the product or application, you will then write documentation within the provided structures already in place. You will be working as part of a team following Agile practices.

You'll explain how things are used in a way that is easy to understand, simplifying language and explaining technical terms. The information will be presented in the form of user guides for software applications, reference and instruction manuals for appliances, training guides, technical standards, high and low level designs, discovery papers and other reports.

Responsibilities

As the technical author, you'll assess the nature of the product or service and will need to:

Attend planning and briefing meetings, as well as technical workshops. Collaborate with developers, engineers, architects and managers to understand the technical aspects of the product and design and clarify any technical issues
A large part of your role will be spent researching and gathering the information required. You'll need to:

Use the product or service in question to understand the technology and applications for which documentation is being prepared. Organise information according to the customer's needs. Review and edit documents produced by technical experts. Write documents based on the information provided to you. Commission, coordinate or prepare illustrations and diagrams. Use a variety of software applications to present the information in (including MS Word, Jira and Confluence). Index and catalogue technical material in a structured manner.
Related administration may involve:

Working on and managing multiple projects simultaneously. Keeping up to date with developments and trends in the industry. Managing the document review process with the customer and updating documentation based on feedback.
We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about technology to apply for this exciting opportunity.

Job Types: Temporary, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 400.00-450.00 per day

Application question(s):

1. Do you have the right to work in the UK? 2. Do you hold a minimum of an active SC clearance or preferably DV? If yes, are you currently working in the post that holds the SC or DV clearance? 3. This role has a requirement of 3 days onsite in the London based office. Please confirm this is acceptable.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London SW1A