Redaction & Publication Officer

Harvey Nash Plc; Easter Howgate; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Redaction & Publication Officer for a 23-month contract in Scotland. This role involves preparing sensitive documents for publication, ensuring compliance with legal requirements, and collaborating with legal teams. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and resilience when dealing with distressing material. Flexibility in working across various functions is essential.

Qualifications

• High levels of interpersonal, oral and written communication skills.
• Experienced in working within small to medium sized teams.
• Ability to handle distressing subject matter with resilience.
• Proven experience working under pressure and tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Redact and prepare documents for publication as required.
• Work closely with Legal and Paralegal teams on sensitive material.
• Develop knowledge of Inquiry's evidence database and case studies.
• Ensure accuracy and compliance throughout the document handling.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Attention to detail

Resilience

Autonomous working

Analytical thinking

Job description

Overview

Harvey Nash's client is recruiting for a Redaction & Publication Officer on an initial 23 month contract. The successful candidate will work under the supervision of the Assistant Head: Redaction & Publication. Primary responsibilities will include, but not limited to, a range of functions relating to redaction and publication, with flexibility to work across the various functions in the wider Records and Evidence Management (REM) Team.

Responsibilities

You will redact and prepare documents (eg, witness statements, transcripts) for publication in line with the Chair's General Restriction Order (GRO) and data protection requirements; create and apply ciphers; ensure accuracy and compliance throughout. You will also work closely with Legal and Paralegal teams on sensitive material; support colleagues and the Assistant Head: Redaction & Publication; contribute to team wellbeing, resilience, and effective communication. The role will involve developing deep knowledge of the Inquiry's evidence database and case studies; check transcripts for errors; process, analyse, and research documentary evidence to support counsel and solicitors.

Essential skills

Essential skills:

• High levels of interpersonal, oral and written communication skills, with excellent attention to detail;
• Experience of working in small and medium sized teams;
• High degrees of resilience and dealing with distressing subject matter;
• Proven experience of working under pressure and to tight timelines;
• Proven experience of handling sensitive information;
• Proven experience in working autonomously and assuming responsibility for document quality standards;
• An analytical thinker with the ability to also think laterally, ie, context and jigsaw identification; and
• Flexibility to work across the various functions in the wider REM Team.

To apply, please send your CV using the link.