Software Copy Editor, Civica
Freelance
Temporary, Project-based
IT solutions for public services
Job no longer available
IT solutions for public services
1001+ employees
Job no longer available
Temporary, Project-based
1001+ employees
Company mission
To help organisations achieve better outcomes through more connected and efficient ways of working.
Role
Who you are
- Proven experience as a Copy Editor or similar role, preferably in the software industry
- Excellent command of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Strong attention to detail and a passion for maintaining high-quality documentation
- Familiarity with style guides, such as the Chicago Manual of Style or the Microsoft Manual of Style for Technical Publications
- Proficient in using editing tools and software, such as Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Google Docs, or Adobe Acrobat
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- A portfolio or samples demonstrating previous editing work
What the job involves
- Content Master, (part of Civica) is seeking a skilled Copy Editor to join our team on a freelance basis. As a Copy Editor, you will be responsible for reviewing and editing software documentation to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to our established style guide
- This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with a dynamic team of technical writers and contribute to the success of our software products
- Edit and proofread software documentation, including user guides, manuals, release notes, and online help resources
- Ensure the accuracy, clarity, and coherence of content by reviewing grammar, spelling, punctuation, and style
- Collaborate with technical writers and subject matter experts to refine and improve documentation
- Maintain consistency in terminology, formatting, and tone across various documentation projects
- Identify and rectify errors, inconsistencies, and ambiguities in the content
- Verify the accuracy of technical details and ensure that the information is easily understandable for the target audience
- Meet project deadlines and communicate effectively with the project manager and team members
- This is a remote freelance position. You will work remotely and collaborate with our team using communication tools such as email, instant messaging, and video conferencing
- The duration of the project will vary based on the specific documentation needs
Our take
Advancements in technologies for business operations, including cloud-based solutions and data analytics, are being rapidly adopted by companies, but public services may struggle to allocate the time or funds to research options for innovation. Civica, which has provided IT solutions for public services since 2001, delivers modern technologies designed for the public sector to enable them to better serve citizens.
Civica has consistently delivered IT innovations for public services such as housing and healthcare, in areas from finance to governance to logistics. Recently, the company shifted focus to cloud, digital enablement, software innovation and data analytics, vastly increasing the rate at which these technologies have been adopted in the fields it serves. All-in-all, by finding, designing around, and promoting these latest technologies, Civica has kept itself at the forefront of IT solutions for the public sector.
Civica boasts impressive customer relationships and growth, and in 2019 launched the North Star lab to accelerate applying new advancements for clients. It was acquired by Blackstone in 2024 and as a result, is eying more growth in US markets.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
0% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Company benefits
- Thoughtful environments: Our hubs are comfortable, bright, and designed with you in mind to offer flexible workspaces.
- Be your authentic self: It's not who you know, it's who you are at Civica - you can always bring your full self to work.
- Employee-led Affinity Groups: Our Affinity Groups are where like-minded colleagues come together to make Civica even more inclusive.
- Donate-a-day: Take an extra day off each calendar year to go and support a charity initiative of your choice.
- Health and wellbeing: We have several initiatives in place to make sure you’re supported when you need it most.
- Learning and development: The Civica Academy houses all of our L&D programmes to help retain top talent and develop careers.
Company HQ
South Bank, London, UK
Leadership
Lee Perkins
(CEO (Not Founder))Previously Chair of the Northeast Regional Council for the Council of British Industry, COO at Sage, CEO of M247 and an Advisroy Board Member at Tech North.
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