74 Technical Writing jobs in the United Kingdom

Job Title: Documentation Specialist

Location: Hargourgate - Portsmouth - onsite 5 days a week

Rate: Competitive

Duration: 31/12/2026

We are seeking a Documentation Specialist to join the Documentation Excellence team within the Automation, Digital & Learning Solutions (AD&L) division. This role supports the company's documentation strategy and ensures timely delivery of documentation across multiple projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams-including Development, Quality Assurance, Implementation, Technical Documentation, and Configuration-to identify documentation needs and manage deliverables in line with company design processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build expertise in documentation within a global life sciences organisation, working across North America, Europe, and Asia.

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain project documentation structures using the Product Data Management (PDM) system and SharePoint.
• Develop and manage documentation templates, guidelines, and test cases using Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) tools.
• Support internal stakeholders including Regulatory Affairs and EHS by managing documentation milestones and deliverables.
• Generate and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs), part numbers, and project documents within the PDM system.
• Facilitate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) through established workflows.

Essential Skills & Experience

• A university degree with 0-3 years of relevant experience in documentation, ideally within Project Engineering, Design, or Commissioning & Qualification.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills, with excellent written and spoken English.
• Ability to produce accurate, consistent, and high-quality work.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Desirable Experience

• Familiarity with cGMP change control systems and GxP compliance.
• Experience working in phase-gate or agile project environments.
• Proficiency with tools such as SharePoint, Magic, Veeva, Azure DevOps, Micro Focus ALM, and standard documentation software (MS Word, Excel, PDF).

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Please note, in the event of a high volume of applications for this role, we will not be able to respond to each individual applicant. Unfortunately, if you have not been contacted within 7 days we will not be progressing with your application. Thank you for your understanding.

Engineering Technical Documentation Specialist

High Wycombe

40k Per year

Day shift

Job Summary:

Our Client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented engineer to join our team as a Technical Documentation Specialist . The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving build procedures and production documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop clear, accurate build procedures and assembly instructions for production.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Produce and update detailed engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with production engineers and technicians to capture accurate processes.
• Interpret engineering designs and convert them into user-friendly documentation.
• Implement continuous improvement updates to documentation based on production feedback.

Requirements:

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience using AutoCAD and Office for technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of 3D modelling is beneficial.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple documentation projects.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.

If you are suitable and interested in this role please forward us your CV and Proactive will get in touch.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Engineering Technical Documentation Specialist

High Wycombe

40k Per year

Day shift

Job Summary:

Our Client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented engineer to join our team as a Technical Documentation Specialist . The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving build procedures and production documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop clear, accurate build procedures and assembly instructions for production.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Produce and update detailed engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with production engineers and technicians to capture accurate processes.
• Interpret engineering designs and convert them into user-friendly documentation.
• Implement continuous improvement updates to documentation based on production feedback.

Requirements:

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience using AutoCAD and Office for technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of 3D modelling is beneficial.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple documentation projects.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.

If you are suitable and interested in this role please forward us your CV and Proactive will get in touch.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Engineering Technical Documentation Specialist

High Wycombe

40k Per year

Day shift

Job Summary:

Our Client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented engineer to join our team as a Technical Documentation Specialist . The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving build procedures and production documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop clear, accurate build procedures and assembly instructions for production.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Produce and update detailed engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with production engineers and technicians to capture accurate processes.
• Interpret engineering designs and convert them into user-friendly documentation.
• Implement continuous improvement updates to documentation based on production feedback.

Requirements:

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience using AutoCAD and Office for technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of 3D modelling is beneficial.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple documentation projects.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.

If you are suitable and interested in this role please forward us your CV and Proactive will get in touch.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Engineering Technical Documentation Specialist

High Wycombe

40k Per year

Day shift

Job Summary:

Our Client is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented engineer to join our team as a Technical Documentation Specialist . The successful candidate will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and improving build procedures and production documentation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop clear, accurate build procedures and assembly instructions for production.
• Create and maintain technical documentation.
• Produce and update detailed engineering drawings.
• Collaborate with production engineers and technicians to capture accurate processes.
• Interpret engineering designs and convert them into user-friendly documentation.
• Implement continuous improvement updates to documentation based on production feedback.

Requirements:

• Degree or HND in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience using AutoCAD and Office for technical documentation.
• Working knowledge of 3D modelling is beneficial.
• Excellent written communication and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple documentation projects.
• Experience in a manufacturing or production environment is advantageous.

If you are suitable and interested in this role please forward us your CV and Proactive will get in touch.

Proactive Global is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Proactive Global is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

We are seeking an experienced technical content writer to develop and maintain reusable, English-language proposal content for public sector organizations exploring Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud solutions. The ideal candidate will combine strong technical understanding with the ability to communicate clearly to government, education, and nonprofit audiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create and maintain compelling boilerplate content on cloud technology topics pertinent to public sector customers.
• Communicate technical specifications and features into clear business benefits and outcomes.
• Work with subject matter experts to ensure technical accuracy.
• Update existing content to reflect new AWS services, features, and best practices.
• Collaborate with a graphic designer to create insightful images.
• Maintain compliance with AWS tone and style.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Technical Writing, or related field
• 5+ years of technical writing experience
• Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts, architecture, and security
• Experience writing content for a global audience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience writing proposal content for government, education, or nonprofit audiences
• Understanding of the public sector decision-making processes
• Experience with content management systems and collaborative writing tools

Skills & Competencies:

• Exceptional writing and editing abilities
• Strong research and interviewing skills
• Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy
• Strong interpersonal skills

Location: US, UK, or Canada

Duration of Contract: renewable annual contract with 30-day notice termination clause (preference for 60-day trial period)

Volume: 40 hours/week

We are working with a reputable financial services firm who are looking to hire a Content Writer into their marketing team in London. This role will be responsible for owning and delivering on the content marketing strategy for the firm.

Client Details

The firm are a highly reputable business working with leading global banks and investment managers on their compliance and risk operations. They are looking to hire a Content Writer who will be responsible for producing high-quality content that positions the firm as thought leader in the industry.

You will work closely with subject matter experts, marketers, and designers to develop content across a variety of formats and channels, including blogs, white papers, reports, website pages, and email campaigns.

Description

Responsibilities of the Content Writer:

• Create clear, engaging, and accurate content tailored to senior business decision-makers in the financial services sector.

• Research complex financial topics and translate them into accessible and insightful content.

• Write long-form and short-form content including:

  • Articles, blogs, and whitepapers

  • Case studies and client success stories

  • Website copy and landing pages

  • Email marketing content and newsletters

  • Product or service descriptions

• Collaborate with the marketing and product teams to align content with strategic goals.

• Edit and proofread content to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to brand tone and style.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitor content.

• Optimise content for SEO where appropriate.

• Manage multiple content projects simultaneously, often with tight deadlines.

Profile

The successful candidate:

• Will have experience in working with B2B firms (ideally within the financial services sector) on developing and executing on their content marketing strategy

• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills.

• Ability to write confidently on financial topics such as risk, compliance, investment trends, market outlooks, and digital transformation in finance.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

Job Offer

Competitive

Are you an experienced Content Writer and would like to work for a very established and reputable organisation and are looking for a long term career? You will be working within a lively and ambitious team who provide a professional service. There is a salary of £25,000 plus many benefits including an early finish on a Friday! Immediate start is available. This is an office based role, Monday to Friday, no remote working.

The Role:

·   Writing smart, engaging content for websites, blogs, email campaigns, brochures, and social media.

·   Researching topics in depth, including interviewing key people to capture their voice and expertise.

·   Making sure content is SEO-optimised and built to perform online, structure, keywords, user intent, all of it.

·   Bringing a unique tone of voice to each brand, whether that’s warm and friendly or bold and expert.

·   Proofreading carefully and making sure everything meets high standards.

·   Using content management systems (like WordPress) to build and manage content.

·   Contributing to campaign planning, creative sessions, and the development of our podcast offering.

About You:

·   At least 1 year’s experience in a writing, content, or communications role in a professional setting.

·   Brilliant written English, grammar, spelling, and tone are second nature to you.

·   A solid understanding of SEO and how to write content that ranks and resonates.

·   A genuine curiosity and ability to dig deep through research and interviews.

·   Ambition and enthusiasm to grow your skills and career with us long term.

·   Attention to detail

·   Someone who’s proactive, organised, and happy working across multiple projects at once.

·   An interest in podcasting as both a creative medium and a business opportunity.

·   You’ve worked with CMS platforms like WordPress or HubSpot.

·   You’ve written for professional services or B2B brands.

·   You’ve been involved in podcast production or content planning.

·   You’ve got a portfolio that shows off your versatility and voice.

Benefits:

• A salary of up to £28,000
li>Working 8.30am until 5pm
• On site parking
• Duvet days
• Early finish on a Friday
• Pension
• 22 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Social nights

INDAB

We are working with a reputable financial services firm who are looking to hire a Content Writer into their marketing team in London. This role will be responsible for owning and delivering on the content marketing strategy for the firm.

Client Details

The firm are a highly reputable business working with leading global banks and investment managers on their compliance and risk operations. They are looking to hire a Content Writer who will be responsible for producing high-quality content that positions the firm as thought leader in the industry.

You will work closely with subject matter experts, marketers, and designers to develop content across a variety of formats and channels, including blogs, white papers, reports, website pages, and email campaigns.

Description

Responsibilities of the Content Writer:

• Create clear, engaging, and accurate content tailored to senior business decision-makers in the financial services sector.

• Research complex financial topics and translate them into accessible and insightful content.

• Write long-form and short-form content including:

  • Articles, blogs, and whitepapers

  • Case studies and client success stories

  • Website copy and landing pages

  • Email marketing content and newsletters

  • Product or service descriptions

• Collaborate with the marketing and product teams to align content with strategic goals.

• Edit and proofread content to ensure clarity, consistency, and adherence to brand tone and style.

• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, regulatory developments, and competitor content.

• Optimise content for SEO where appropriate.

• Manage multiple content projects simultaneously, often with tight deadlines.

Profile

The successful candidate:

• Will have experience in working with B2B firms (ideally within the financial services sector) on developing and executing on their content marketing strategy

• Excellent writing, editing, and research skills.

• Ability to write confidently on financial topics such as risk, compliance, investment trends, market outlooks, and digital transformation in finance.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across teams.

Job Offer

Competitive