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Technical Author

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Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG1 1PX

Salary

£50 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A World Class Defence Organisation in Stevenage, Hertfordshire is seeking a Technical Author subcontractor for a hybrid position involving 2-3 days onsite work per week.
  • The initial contract duration is 6 months with a competitive hourly rate of £50 per hour (Umbrella).
  • The ideal candidate should have proven experience as a Technical Author or in a similar role, demonstrating strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Key responsibilities include writing and maintaining technical documents, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring documentation aligns with company standards.
  • Familiarity with documentation tools and version control systems is preferred, along with a solid understanding of technical concepts.

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage, Hertfordshire (the role will be a hybrid position of working from home and being onsite 2-3 days per week on average) is currently looking to recruit a Technical Author subcontractor on an initial 6 month contract.

Hourly Rate: £50ph (Umbrella).

Contract Duration: 6 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter)

Technical Author Job Description:

We are seeking a highly skilled Technical Author to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a talent for translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and engaging documentation. You will collaborate with product managers, engineers, and other stakeholders to create and maintain high-quality materials that support our products and users.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Write, edit, and maintain technical documents, including user manuals, installation guides, API documentation, and online help resources.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyze technical information.
  • Organize and structure content to ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy.
  • Use documentation tools and content management systems to develop and manage content.
  • Ensure all documentation aligns with company branding and style guidelines.
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, tools, and best practices to continually improve our documentation processes.

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Technical Author, Technical Writer, or similar role.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of technical concepts and the ability to explain them clearly to non-technical audiences.
  • Proficiency with documentation tools such as [Adobe, Confluence, or Microsoft Word etc].
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and agile development processes is a plus.

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