Manager I, Editorial/Publishing

RELX; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A global information provider is seeking a skilled leader to oversee editorial processes and enhance the delivery of legal content. This role involves managing a team, engaging with stakeholders, and improving workflows using analytics. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and communication skills, a law degree, and experience in legal editorial environments. The position is based in Johannesburg, South Africa, and offers a balanced work-life schedule with numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

Medical Aid

Retirement Plan

Modern family benefits

Study Leave

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in a collaborative environment.
• Familiarity with legal content or editorial processes.
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee workflows for caselaw content delivery.
• Collaborate to create new global caselaw content opportunities.
• Develop meaningful metrics and analytics for editorial operations.
• Manage budget and vendor relations efficiently.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Project Management

Attention to Detail

Education

Law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent)

Job description

Are you ready for the next step in your legal career?

Do you have great research and writing skills?

Join us in shaping a more just world.

About the Team

LexisNexis Legal & Professional, which serves customers in more than 150 countries with 11,800 employees worldwide, is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. Our company has been a long-time leader in deploying AI and advanced technologies to the legal market to improve productivity and transform the overall business and practice of law, deploying ethical and powerful generative AI solutions with a flexible, multi-model approach that prioritizes using the best model from today’s top creators for each individual legal use case.

About the Role

In this role, you will lead a team executing on core base‑business deliverables and go‑to‑market initiatives while continually optimizing our processes and prioritizing our people. You will collaborate closely with our North American and Global caselaw leadership team, commercial (in‑market) stakeholders, and our Finance, Editorial, Technology and Marketing teams. You will stay conversant with technology developments to improve workflows and deliver insights with analytics‑driven data.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the workflows for digital and print delivery of caselaw content; maintains editorial product quality, accuracy, timeliness, and cost management across a global caselaw portfolio.
• Collaborates with commercial stakeholders to create new global caselaw content opportunities to drive the customer experience forward; liaises regularly with in‑market teams to ensure content meets customer needs.
• Develops meaningful caselaw metrics and analytics in alignment with Global Editorial Operations targets.
• Executes on automation and drives adoption of global tools and systems delivery; eager to apply cutting‑edge content management systems/architecture to streamline processes.
• Actively manages the budget to ensure targets are met. Identifies and drives opportunities for savings; engages in vendor management and contract negotiation to ensure value; works with Global Procurement as needed to specify effective processes and standards.
• Establishes and monitors objectives by providing regular feedback, coaching, training, and talent development; responsible for determining performance improvement opportunities and developing and executing course‑correction plans.
• Executes on cross‑functional coordination and support of global initiatives.
• Drives a culture that encourages learning, AI‑first thinking, and thoughtful, timely decision‑making.
• Role is based in South Africa and the incumbent will be expected to travel occasionally as needed. This position reports directly to the Senior Director, North American Case Law and Case Law Enhancements.

Requirements

• Experience leading teams or managing projects in a collaborative, deadline‑driven environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple initiatives with attention to detail and quality.
• A problem‑solving mindset and openness to new technologies and continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with legal content, editorial processes, or similar professional environments.
• A law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent) or relevant legal editorial experience.
• Experience supporting teams through organizational change or transformation.
• A process‑oriented approach, with the ability to develop and implement consistent workflows and best practices.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long‑term goals.

Working for You

• Medical Aid
• Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
• Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
• Study Leave

About the Business

LexisNexis Legal & Professional® provides legal, regulatory, and business information and analytics that help customers increase their productivity, improve decision‑making, achieve better outcomes, and advance the rule of law around the world. As a digital pioneer, the company was the first to bring legal and business information online with its Lexis® and Nexis® services.

We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form or please contact 1-855-833-5120.

We are an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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