Technical Editor at Remitly

Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Legal, PublishingIndustries

Requirements

Have LLB or equivalent law degree essential
Have qualification in/experience of working with English law - demonstrating a clear understanding of the way English and Welsh law develops (both the legislative process and common law)
Have excellent written English and strong editorial skills as well as the ability to understand, navigate and present complex legal material articulately and accurately
Have legal publishing experience and/or legal practice experience along with experience of conducting independent legal research
Show strong interpersonal skills, a positive attitude, and professional manner for routine contact with geographically diverse authors/consultants, colleagues, customers and vendors
Have good time management skills to meet rigid and frequent deadlines
Be technically proficient including mastery of MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel), familiarity with XML/HTML content management systems, and an interest in learning new systems/technologies

Responsibilities

Writing and editing statements of the law for publication, following house style and ensuring all material included is accurate
Conducting detailed legal research and closely monitoring legal developments
Planning, organising and editing material for publication as discrete volumes/titles, liaising with senior team members and others with regards to content and any other issues
Liaising with external consultants and offshore production team to ensure deadlines are met
Contributing to commercial development/enhancement of the product as appropriate, generating ideas to improve functionality (online or offline) of content
Helping to identify and drive cost savings and revenue enhancing/protecting opportunities across team and department
Any other duties as reasonably requested

Skills

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Editing

Content Planning

Stakeholder Liaison

Legal Monitoring

House Style Compliance

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters

2011Year Founded

$423.9MTotal Funding

IPOCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend

Office Culture

Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves

DEI Learning Opportunities

Community Engagement

Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.

AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.

The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.

Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.

AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.

Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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