Job description
Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Legal Content Writer to lead the firm’s legal content output. The role involves creating high-quality articles, insights, court ruling summaries, regulatory updates, and knowledge articles aligned with Metalegal’s thought-leadership standards. The candidate will work closely with partners, practice teams, and the content leadership to drive consistent, accurate, and publication-ready material, ensuring the firm’s voice is authoritative, credible, and industry-leading.
Key Responsibilities
Write high-quality articles such as insights, court ruling summaries, and legal updates across regulatory, tax, commercial, and general legal domains. Ensure accuracy, clarity, and legal consistency in all content produced. Manage content calendars, internal workflows, and weekly publishing schedules. Maintain the firm’s content protocol.
Requirements
Must be a Graduate or Postgraduate in Law; strong legal writing background essential. 2 to 5 years of experience in legal writing, research or editorial roles. Excellent command of written English with strong legal drafting and analysis skills. Ability to summarise complex legal rulings into crisp, publication-ready content.
Strong organisational skills and the ability to handle weekly content targets with consistency. Proficiency in online research tools, databases, and legal resource platforms. Preferred Attributes Prior experience in legal content creation for firms, journals, or legal media platforms. Strong interest in taxation, economic offences, regulatory law, and commercial law topics.
Capability to work in a deadline-driven environment with minimal supervision. Attention to detail, structured thinking, and a high degree of editorial discipline. Familiarity with SEO-friendly writing and digital publishing.
Benefits
High-visibility role contributing directly to the firm’s knowledge leadership and branding. Structured, research-based writing exposure across multiple practice areas. A stable, growth-oriented role with clear weekly and monthly deliverables. Collaborative work environment with strong emphasis on professional development.
Competitive remuneration commensurate with qualifications, experience, and expertise in the relevant field of law.