Job description Posted 28 February 2020

Job Purpose:

The Position Holder will be a Technical Writer (writing mainly SOPs and Working Instructions) in a global Transformation program related to the implementation of a cloud-based technology platform in Regulatory Affairs (Vaccines / Pharma) for managing Regulatory submissions.

The Position Holder will deliver SOPs and Working Instructions based on process flows provided by Subject Matter Experts.

PRIMARY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Transfer process flow into a process document by collaborating with process Subject Master Experts

• Analyze writing across different process documents to ensure continuity with regards to style of content and granularity


EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SOFT SKILL REQUIREMENTS

University level, with appropriate communication and technical writing experience (>= 5j) (Life science background beneficial)

• Ability to transfer process flow into a process document

• Ability to write clearly & consistently in English (using same principles across documents) by using following principles (not an exhaustive list):

• Write process using active voice

• Clarify who is responsible for each process step

• Describe requirements and how-to steps using plain English (avoid jargon, idioms, colloquial language,…)

• Define all acronyms/abbreviations on first use and from then onwards only use the acronym/abbreviation

• Avoid naming individuals or job titles, use job roles instead

• Ability to analyze documents written by Process Owners to maintain continuity of style of content

• Verbal and written communication skills – ability to interact with Process Owners and SMEs

• Regulatory Affairs understanding is a plus

• Experience with technical writing in support of IT system rollouts is a plus

• Flexible, active listener

• Self-starter, pro-active , initiative taker

• Team player

• Stress resilient

• Stakeholder management


Additional information about the process

Technical Writer

Contract until end of 2020

Uxbridge, relocating to Brentford

Up to £420 per day (Umbrella Only)


All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

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