Legal Editor - United Kingdom - REMOTE

BARBRI; Dallas (TX); Remote; GBP 55,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Pension contributions

Private Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Programme

Season Ticket Loan

Optical care benefits

Mobile phone expense reimbursement

Job summary

BARBRI, a global learning company, is seeking a legally qualified Legal Editor for its UK Learning & Content Development team. You will create, review, and maintain high-quality legal education content, working with Learning, Product, Operations, and external subject matter experts to ensure accuracy, engagement, and regulatory alignment.

Applicants must have right to work in the UK without sponsorship. The role offers REMOTE UK-based employment with a salary of £55,000–£62,000 and opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor of England & Wales or Barrister.
• Experience developing legal education content, including course materials and assessments.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and technical writing skills.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to varied learner audiences.
• Understanding of legal education needs of undergrad, postgrad, and professionals.
• Experience working with remote stakeholders and keeping deadlines.
• Familiarity with content management systems and AI-assisted content tools.

Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and maintain course materials, assessments, and digital resources across BARBRI's UK portfolio.
• Ensure content is legally accurate and aligned with quality standards.
• Review and QA materials from internal and external contributors.
• Monitor regulatory and legislative changes and update content accordingly.
• Conduct legal research and incorporate findings into content.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance products and develop new learning solutions.
• Utilise CMS and digital tools to manage learning content.

Skills

Qualified Solicitor

Barrister

Legal Research

Content Development

Legal Writing

Remote Collaboration

MS Office

Westlaw

LexisNexis

AI Tools

Tools

Microsoft Office

CMS

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Company Profile

BARBRI, a Francisco Partners portfolio company, is a global learning company dedicated to meeting the legal education and specialized training needs of law students, attorneys and other professionals throughout their careers. BARBRI’s success is built upon its unmatched technology and innovative pedagogy, combined with the ability to harness data analytics, behavioral economics, learning science, and more to develop solutions for learners and institutions. BARBRI, founded in 1967, is headquartered in Dallas, Texas, with offices throughout the United States, the United Kingdom, and around the world.

Job Summary

BARBRI is seeking a legally qualified and detail-oriented Legal Editor to join our UK Learning & Content Development team. In this role, you will be responsible for creating, reviewing, and maintaining high-quality legal education content that supports aspiring and practicing legal professionals throughout their learning journey. Working closely with Learning, Product, Operations, and external subject matter experts, you will ensure BARBRI's course materials remain accurate, engaging, compliant, and aligned with evolving legal practice and assessment requirements. This is an exciting opportunity for a legal professional with a passion for legal education, content development, and improving learner outcomes.

Applicants must have the ongoing right to work in the United Kingdom without requiring current or future employer sponsorship. This position does not offer visa sponsorship, and temporary work authorization is not eligible.

Location

United Kingdom - REMOTE

Salary

£55,000 - £62,000

Job Responsibilities

• Create, edit, and maintain course materials, assessments, and digital learning resources across BARBRI's UK product portfolio
• Ensure all content is legally accurate, pedagogically effective, and aligned with BARBRI's editorial and quality standards
• Review, edit, and quality assure materials developed by internal team members and external subject matter experts
• Monitor regulatory, legislative, and assessment changes and proactively update content as required
• Conduct legal research using authoritative legal resources and incorporate findings into course content and assessments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and support the development of new learning solutions
• Utilise content management systems and digital tools to manage, organise, and maintain learning content
• Analyze learner and client feedback and implement content improvements to enhance the learner experience
• Provide subject matter expertise and support learner inquiries within areas of legal specialisation
• Support course accreditation activities and contribute to regulatory submissions and reviews when required
• Assist with the onboarding and quality assurance of freelance authors and content contributors
• Contribute to product innovation initiatives, thought leadership content, proposals, and academic support activities as needed

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Qualified Solicitor of England & Wales or practicing Barrister
• Demonstrated expertise in Wills & Probate, Tort, Trusts, Contract Law, Dispute Resolution, or related legal disciplines
• Experience developing legal education content, including course materials, assessments, question banks, and e-learning resources for professional qualification and professional development programs
• Strong legal research, analysis, and technical writing skills
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to varied learner audiences
• Understanding of legal education, professional qualifications, and the needs of undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional learners
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in a remote environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and content management systems
• Familiarity with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or other legal research platforms
• Ability to responsibly leverage AI-enabled tools to support content development and productivity

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Experience developing content for SQE preparation, professional legal qualifications, or continuing legal education programs
• Prior experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or supporting legal learners
• Experience working in a law firm, legal publisher, legal training organisation, or higher education institution
• Knowledge of instructional design, adult learning principles, or educational technology
• Experience managing external authors, freelancers, or subject matter experts

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Pension contributions
• Private Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Season Ticket Loan
• Optical care benefits
• Mobile phone expense reimbursement

The above job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions and perform any other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.

At BARBRI, we believe that investing in our employees leads to mutual success. Join us and be part of a passionate team dedicated to transforming education through innovative technology.

BARBRI is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We believe that diversity fosters creativity, innovation, and success. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Join us in our mission to empower individuals through education and technology. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply and help us build a diverse and inclusive workforce.