Senior Specialist Legal Editor, Practical Law Litigation

As a Senior Specialist Legal Editor in Practical Law, you will use your legal knowledge of, and experience in, litigation law and practice to create and maintain a wide range of content and to support the development of Thomson Reuters’ AI-powered legal solutions. Working in a supportive team of highly experienced colleagues, you will deal with a breadth of interesting work. About the Role Major responsibilities/accountabilities Research, write and maintain clear, current, and practical legal content aligned with market practice and customer needs, and business objectives. Review and edit content written by others, whether by colleagues or external expert contributors. Keep up to date with legal, practice and market developments to ensure content remains accurate, relevant and aligned with business objectives. Use your legal expertise to support the development of customer-focused Thomson Reuters' AI-powered legal solutions. Use your legal expertise and editorial skills to support the development and application of internal AI editorial tools. Develop and maintain relationships with lawyers and industry groups to ensure content reflects current market practice. Use your specialist legal knowledge to assist the wider Thomson Reuters team, working with product management, sales, marketing, and technology functions where necessary. About You You're a fit for the role if you have: At least 5 years’ post-qualification experience in litigation practice (at a law firm or in house) with recent substantial experience (at a law firm or in-house) in the United Arab Emirates. Proficiency in written and spoken Arabic with business level written and spoken English. Strong writing skills, and a passion for writing about legal practice accurately, concisely and in plain English. A collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively independently and in teams. Strong technical skills and the ability to effectively utilise various tools, including generative AI technologies, to enhance productivity and accuracy. Adaptability and flexibility to work on diverse projects and tasks within the generative AI space as well as new and emerging technologies. A curious mindset, including about the increasing intersection of AI and legal practice, adaptable and open to change. Experience of using AI tools in legal work. Education/Certification Required: Licensed to practice law in the UAE and admitted to practice either: as a solicitor or called to the bar in the UK, US or another common law jurisdiction; or as a lawyer in another Middle East country: Desirable skills and experience Some knowledge of Arbitration law/practice #LI-AB3 What’s in it For You? 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