Technical Writer

Pontoon; England; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment consultancy is seeking a Technical Writer to create high-quality sanction papers for critical electricity projects. This role involves translating technical jargon into accessible narratives and ensuring compliance with governance standards. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in investment case writing and strong financial literacy. Join a dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the energy sector. This position is based in Warwick, with a fixed-term contract of three months.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in writing investment cases, business cases, or sanction papers.
• Strong financial literacy to present costs and benefits accurately.
• Ability to translate complex technical details into clear content.

Responsibilities

• Create sanction papers that articulate project scope and funding structure.
• Convert engineering details into accessible narratives for stakeholders.
• Ensure documents meet governance standards and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Writing investment cases

Strong financial literacy

Translating technical details

Governance processes understanding

Written communication skills

Stakeholder management

Proficiency in MS Word

Document control

Tools

MS Word

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Technical Writer
Location: Warwick, once per week onsite
Remuneration: Up to 500 per day
Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract (3 months)

Are you a master of words with a knack for translating technical jargon into compelling narratives? Our client is on the lookout for an experienced Technical Writer to craft high-quality sanction papers for essential electricity projects. Join a dynamic team where your skills will shine!

Responsibilities

• Author & Edit: Create sanction papers that articulate project scope, funding structure, and risk profiles with clarity.
• Translate Technical Inputs: Convert engineering details into accessible narratives for senior stakeholders.
• Governance Compliance: Ensure documents meet all governance standards and regulatory requirements.
• Template Mastery: Establish and maintain templates and style guides for consistency.
• Committee-Ready Packs: Prepare executive summaries, main papers, and appendices for presentation at the highest levels.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven expertise in writing investment cases, business cases, or sanction papers within infrastructure, utilities, or energy sectors.
• Strong financial literacy to present costs, benefits, and investment metrics accurately.
• Ability to translate complex technical details into clear, structured content.
• Familiarity with governance processes, risk management, and regulatory frameworks.
• Exceptional written communication skills with a focus on clarity and structure.
• Excellent stakeholder management abilities to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel, along with document control and collaboration platforms.

Desirable

• Experience in electricity transmission/distribution projects.
• Knowledge of regulated funding mechanisms or capital delivery portfolios.
• Exposure to project controls and risk registers.
• Familiarity with environmental considerations and planning.

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in the energy sector and thrive in a collaborative environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with our client.

Join us in shaping the future of energy-your words could power the change!

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.