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Are you passionate about delivering authoritative legal content that truly meets the evolving needs of today’s legal professionals?Do you thrive at the intersection of content innovation, transforming complex legal insight into high-impact legal solutions?About our TeamLexisNexis 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 model creators for each individual legal use case.About the RoleThe Senior Commissioning Editor develops, commissions, and manages authoritative legal and professional content across print and digital platforms. The role requires strong editorial judgment, legal domain awareness, and the ability to leverage AI tools responsibly and effectively.ResponsibilitiesDevelop editorial strategies that align with current legal market trends, regulatory changes, and the needs of practitioners, identifying content gaps to commission materials that advance thought leadership and provide practical guidance.Commission, brief, and manage expert contributors—including legal professionals and subject specialists—ensuring all content is accurate, insightful, and adheres to house style.Oversee the entire editorial workflow, from sourcing material to editing, revisions, and rigorous fact-checking for both legal and stylistic accuracy.Coordinate the production and release schedules for print, newsletters, and online formats, adapting content for multiple platforms and optimizing digital material for search engine visibility.Collaborate with design, production, and digital teams to ensure high-quality content presentation and timely delivery across all channels.Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders—including law firms, regulators, academics, and industry groups—while managing contributor agreements and negotiating fees as needed.Ensure all published content meets stringent legal, ethical, and compliance standards, utilizing analytics to enhance commissioning decisions and optimize content performance.Leverage AI tools to support research, content planning, and workflow efficiency, critically evaluating AI-generated outputs for accuracy, and staying updated on emerging technologies relevant to legal publishing.Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in law, Journalism, Communications, or a related discipline3–5+ years of editorial experience in legal, regulatory, or professional publishingStrong understanding of legal concepts and ability to manage technical subject matterProven skills in editing, commissioning content, and project managementProficiency with content management systems (CMS), analytics platforms, and AI-powered editorial tools (including content analysis, summarization, and research support)Exceptional attention to detail and strong stakeholder management capabilitiesWork in a way that works for youWe promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization. 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 flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productiveWorking for youWe know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:Comprehensive Health Insurance: Covers you, your immediate family, and parents.Enhanced Health Insurance Options: Competitive rates negotiated by the company.Group Life Insurance: Ensuring financial security for your loved ones.Group Accident Insurance: Extra protection for accidental death and permanent disablement.Flexible Working Arrangement: Achieve a harmonious work-life balance.Employee Assistance Program: Access support for personal and work-related challenges.Medical Screening: Your well-being is a top priority.Modern Family Benefits: Maternity, paternity, and adoption support.Long-Service Awards: Recognizing dedication and commitment.New Baby Gift: Celebrating the joy of parenthood.Various Paid Time Off: Take time off with Casual Leave, Sick Leave, Privilege Leave, Compassionate Leave, Special Sick Leave, and Gazetted Public Holidays.About the BusinessLexisNexis 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.