Instructions Writer

AstraZeneca; Luton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking a Working Instructions Writer for a 6-month contract with possible extension. The role involves creating detailed working instructions for end users, ensuring compliance with quality standards and collaborating with subject matter experts. Candidates should have experience in working instructions writing, S/4HANA knowledge, and be adept in IT systems. The position offers remote work with occasional site attendance in Luton.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in working instructions writing.
• Ability to follow a project plan and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Create clear, detailed working instructions for end users.
• Collaborate with process owners to gather information.
• Regularly update working instructions based on feedback.
• Align documentation with quality standards and regulations.
• Adhere to approved templates for documentation.

Skills

Working instructions writing

Finance knowledge

S/4HANA knowledge

IT systems understanding

Project management

Tools

SAP Enable Now

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Overview

Working Instructions Writer — 6 months + possible extension. Remote work with ad hoc Luton site attendance if required by HM. £175 day PAYE / UMB – Inside IR35.

What you’ll do

The Working Instructions Writer is responsible for developing clear and comprehensive Working Instructions intended for end users. This role involves creating step-by-step guidance that enables users to understand and execute procedures accurately.

Responsibilities

• Develop Step-by-Step Instructions: Create clear, detailed working instructions using SAP Enable Now that guide end users through tasks and processes in a logical sequence, ensuring ease of understanding and accuracy
• Engage with Subject Matter Experts: Collaborate with process owners and technical specialists to gather the necessary information and validate content, ensuring instructions reflect current practices and standards
• Review and Revise Documentation: Regularly update and improve working instructions based on feedback, process changes, or lessons learned, maintaining the relevance and accuracy of each document
• Ensure Regulatory and Quality Compliance: Align documentation with internal policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements, supporting audit readiness and operational integrity
• Standardize Document Formats: Adhere to approved templates and formatting guidelines to ensure working instructions are consistent, professional, and easy to follow across different departments or functions

Essentials

• Previous experience in working instructions writing
• Finance (Planning and budgeting, O2DC, PM&M) or Operations (Manufacturing and Warehouse, Supply Chain, Quality)
• S/4HANA Knowledge
• Ability to understand/work with various online IT systems / applications including Microsoft Office suite
• Strictly follow a template to allow development of content to be produced in a consistent and uniformed manner
• Ability / experience to follow a project plan and be able to adhere to tight deadlines

Desired

• Experience in large scale S4 Hana implementations
• Pharma experience
• SAP Enable Now Knowledge