Description
Role: Senior Editor (Discrimination Law)
Location: London
Duration: 6 months
My Client is looking for an experienced Senior Editor with a strong Discrimination Law background to join the team in London for a 6 month project.
Role purpose/summary: Practical Law needs a qualified lawyer with in-depth and recent experience in private practice of discrimination law, ideally covering both discrimination in employment and in goods & services. Applicants should have a high level of technical knowledge and a strong interest in writing and communicating the law and its practical implications. This role will report principally to the Head of Practical Law Employment.
Major responsibilities/accountabilities:
Research and producing content on discrimination law for Practical Law
- Research into discrimination law in practice, covering both discrimination in employment and in goods & services.
- Write and review content on discrimination law for Practical Law, covering both discrimination in employment and in goods & services. This includes practice notes, standard documents, drafting notes, current awareness updates and case reports.
- Ensure that all relevant materials are correct, up-to-date, reflect current market practice, are well-written and comply with Practical Law's approach to writing.
- Respond to questions from customers about discrimination law and practice.
Mandatory skills and experience:
Technical skills:
- A comprehensive and broad knowledge and experience of discrimination law, ideally in both employment and goods & services.
- An ability to produce well-written, practical content efficiently.
Interpersonal skills:
- A team player with a flexible approach.
- Ability to communicate clearly, courteously and regularly.
Personal skills:
- Strong analytical skills with an eye for detail.
- Strong commercial awareness.
- Strong organisational skills.
Personal Experience:
- Significant recent experience as a lawyer in the field of family law.
Education/Certifications Required:
- Education to degree level.
- Professional qualification as a solicitor or barrister.
If you believe you are suitable for this role please send in your CV