Technical Writer at UL Solutions

  • UK Only
  • UL Solutions
Job Description:

At UL Solutions, we know why we come to work: As our global footprint and customer base continue to grow, we are looking to hire an additional Technical Writer, who will write online help for our UL360 Sustainability software solutions. You will be a member of our Product Development team and will work closely with our existing Technical Writer, as well as with our Product Owners and Developers.

We are looking for a candidate with a strong background in science/technology as well as in art or written-communication-based subject, and with a willingness to learn and grow within the role. Less experienced or strong graduate applications are accepted; training can be provided.

This role can be performed onsite in our offices or remotely in the UK depending on your preference!

What you'll learn and achieve:

  • Write online help that spans conceptual, reference, procedural, and programmatic topics as well as release notes.
  • Write, maintain, edit and provide feedback on various types of documentation as needed, e.g. online help, best practice documents, release notes, software configuration guides, user guides and training presentations.
  • Iteratively develop and follow corporate style guides.
  • Understand your audience and user needs to produce useful technical content.
  • Work closely with the Technical Writing Team, Product Development, Developers, and Quality - Assurance to create accurate and clear technical documentation.

What makes you a great fit:

  • Passionate about communicating technical information in an accessible way
  • Interested in user needs
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills Creative
  • Organized, efficient, logical, and detail-orientated
  • Excellent interpersonal skills (e.g. patient, energetic, and self-driven)
  • Ability to clearly communicate complex concepts and processes using structured authoring methods
  • Strong editing skills
  • Basic understanding of XML

Company Benefits

  • All Employee Incentive Plan (AEIP) — all employees are eligible for a yearly bonus
  • Holiday: 25 days per annum, plus an additional day for every one year’s service (up to a max of 30 days)
  • Life assurance
  • Pension plan — match up to 5%
  • Bupa healthcare and dental scheme
  • Free eye test and contribution to eyewear
  • Enhanced family leave
  • Flexible- and remote-working options
  • Excellent training including Pluralsight and UL University
  • Regular lunch and learn sessions
  • Free parking when onsite

For US employees:

  • All employees at UL Solutions are eligible for bonus compensation
  • UL Solutions offers a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Additionally, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment
  • We provide Healthcare Reimbursement Accounts and Health Savings Accounts that UL Solutions contributes to twice per year!
  • Depending on your role, you can work with your manager on flexible working arrangements
  • We also provide employees with paid time off including vacation, holiday, sick and volunteer time off

Interview Process

  • TA Screen
  • Interview with Hiring Team
  • Panel Interview
  • Offer

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