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Paralegal, LexisPSL Hub - South AfricaParalegalDo you enjoy creating engaging legal content for publication?Are you looking for an exciting editorial role?Join us in shaping a more just world.About UsLexisNexis, a part of RELX, is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory, and business information. We help customers increase productivity and improve decision-making and outcomes. Our 10,500 experts and innovative tools help us shape a better world for our customers and communities.About the RoleIn this role, you will be helping to provide legal practical guidance and market insight. You will be reviewing documents, undertaking legal research, drafting content, and contributing to the smooth running of the LexisAsk and current awareness service.ResponsibilitiesReviewing new and existing content for quality and legal accuracy, and making recommendations for process improvementsMonitoring of developments and inputting information to maintain trackers of consultations, cases and datesDrafting practical guidance content (e.g. FAQs, practice notes, precedents, trackers, checklists, trackers etc.)Collaborating with external authors regarding externally written contentArranging and taking notes at Editorial Board and other meetings and liaising with attendees where requiredConducting legal research and liaising with subject matter experts within the Practical Guidance practice area teamsDrafting replies to queries from customers within a specified response timeApplying taxonomy to news items consistently and accuratelySupporting the development and implementation of initiatives to grow and improve the current awareness offeringRequirementsHave a degree in Law, or equivalent experienceDemonstrate an eye for detail and a quality oriented focusBe able to demonstrate excellent research and writing skillsHave a good understanding of legal issues, procedures and content typesBe able to think creatively, handle multiple tasks simultaneously and work to strict deadlinesBe able to communicate influentially and effectively to a range of audiences, including senior stakeholdersBe a natural, innovative problem solver, able to collaborate with your team to resolve issuesHave an understanding of, and willingness to use, social media and new technologyWork in a way that works for youWe promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization, with various flexible and remote working options available to employeesWorking with UsLexisNexis Legal & Professional is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Together, we are building a diverse and inclusive workplace.Working for youWe believe in a healthy work/life balance. We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer: - Comprehensive, multi-carrier health plan benefits - Disability insurance - Dependent care and commuter spending accounts - Life and accident insurance - Retirement benefits (salary investment plan/employer stock purchase plan) - Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy.About our TeamLexisNexis is a data and analytics company with 10,500 colleagues serving customers in more than 150 countries. Wexe2x80x99re one of the largest information and analytics companies on the planet. We design solutions that help our customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes, and be more successful.LexisNexis, a division of RELX Group, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form:https://forms.office.com/r/eVgFxjLmAK.Please read ourCandidate Privacy Policy

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