Technical Writer (Documentation Specialist) - 3 months Contract - Hybrid

central1resources; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Central 1 is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support a high-impact initiative within our Risk Management team. This role prioritizes clear, compliant documentation of financial risk concepts and governance frameworks.

You will collaborate with Market Risk and Treasury to produce model documentation, regulatory content, and reporting materials while maintaining rigorous version control and stakeholder feedback processes.

Qualifications

• 5+ years as Technical Writer or similar role.
• Exceptional written communication and editing skills.
• Ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience managing multiple document versions and stakeholder reviews.
• Proficiency with MS Office, SharePoint, and document management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive model and methodology documentation.
• Translate technical and regulatory requirements into business-friendly content.
• Create operational frameworks, standards, and governance documents.
• Consolidate information from subject matter experts into cohesive docs.
• Produce technical specifications, process docs, and reporting materials.
• Manage document revisions, version control, and stakeholder feedback.
• Ensure documentation aligns with regulatory and industry best practices.
• Support reviews, gap analysis, and updates.

Skills

Written communication

Editing

Document design

Simplify complex concepts

Organization

Version control

MS Office

SharePoint

Independent worker

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SharePoint

Document management tools

Job description

Central 1 cooperatively empowers credit unions and other financial institutions to deliver banking choice to Canadians. Central 1 provides critical services at scale to enable a thriving credit union system. We do this by collaborating with our clients, developing strategies, products and services to support the financial well-being of their more than 5 million diverse customers in communities across Canada. For more information, visit www.central1.com .

Job Summary

Central 1 is seeking an experienced Technical Writer to support a high-impact initiative within our Risk Management team. This role is ideal for a strong communicator who can transform complex financial, regulatory, and technical concepts into clear, concise, and actionable documentation.

What you'll do

As a Technical Writer , you will partner closely with Market Risk, Treasury, and other business stakeholders to create and refine critical documentation related to interest rate risk management, governance frameworks, risk methodologies, and operational standards.

• Developing comprehensive model and methodology documentation
• Translating technical and regulatory requirements into business-friendly content
• Creating operational frameworks, standards, and governance documents
• Consolidating information from various subject matter experts into cohesive documentation
• Producing technical specifications, process documentation, and reporting materials
• Managing document revisions, version control, and stakeholder feedback
• Ensuring documentation aligns with regulatory and industry best practices
• Supporting documentation reviews, gap analysis, and ongoing updates

What you'll bring

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Writer , Documentation Specialist, Business Writer, or similar role.
• Exceptional written communication, editing, and document design skills
• Proven ability to simplify complex technical concepts for diverse audiences
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Experience managing multiple document versions and stakeholder reviews
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint, and document management tools
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Experience

• Experience supporting financial services, banking, risk management, treasury, audit, compliance, or regulatory initiatives
• Familiarity with governance frameworks, policies, standards, or model documentation
• Experience working with risk, finance, data, or analytical teams
• Knowledge of regulatory environments and documentation best practices

Salary Range : $65 - $80/hour

The salary represents the job rate determined for the successful candidate who is fully competent in the role. The actual salary will vary depending on market conditions and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training.

Central 1 does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology to screen, assess, or select applicants during our recruitment process. This job posting is for an existing, specific vacancy within our organization.

Central 1 is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building an inclusive workforce by creating an environment where everyone feels like they belong and has the opportunity to be successful. We welcome all applicants to join our diverse workforce and we will provide an accessible candidate experience including, but not limited to accommodations to interview sites and alternate formats upon request to our Recruitment team.