Legal Editor

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Job Summary:

BARBRI is seeking a legally qualified Legal Editor to create, review, and maintain high-quality legal education content for our UK Learning & Content Development team. Working across teams and with subject matter experts, you’ll help ensure our materials are accurate, engaging, and aligned with evolving legal practice and assessment requirements.

Applicants must have the ongoing right to work in the United Kingdom without requiring current or future employer sponsorship. This position does not offer visa sponsorship, and temporary work authorization is not eligible.

Job Responsibilities:

• Create, edit, and maintain course materials, assessments, and digital learning resources across BARBRI's UK product portfolio
• Ensure all content is legally accurate, pedagogically effective, and aligned with BARBRI's editorial and quality standards
• Review, edit, and quality assure materials developed by internal team members and external subject matter experts
• Monitor regulatory, legislative, and assessment changes and proactively update content as required
• Conduct legal research using authoritative legal resources and incorporate findings into course content and assessments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance existing products and support the development of new learning solutions
• Utilise content management systems and digital tools to manage, organise, and maintain learning content
• Analyze learner and client feedback and implement content improvements to enhance the learner experience
• Provide subject matter expertise and support learner inquiries within areas of legal specialisation
• Support course accreditation activities and contribute to regulatory submissions and reviews when required
• Assist with the onboarding and quality assurance of freelance authors and content contributors
• Contribute to product innovation initiatives, thought leadership content, proposals, and academic support activities as needed

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor of England & Wales or practicing Barrister
• Demonstrated expertise in Wills & Probate, Tort, Trusts, Contract Law, Dispute Resolution, or related legal disciplines
• Experience developing legal education content, including course materials, assessments, question banks, and e-learning resources for professional qualification and professional development programs
• Strong legal research, analysis, and technical writing skills
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively to varied learner audiences
• Understanding of legal education, professional qualifications, and the needs of undergraduate, postgraduate, and professional learners
• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders in a remote environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and content management systems
• Familiarity with Westlaw, LexisNexis, or other legal research platforms
• Ability to responsibly leverage AI-enabled tools to support content development and productivity

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills:

• Experience developing content for SQE preparation, professional legal qualifications, or continuing legal education programs
• Prior experience teaching, tutoring, mentoring, or supporting legal learners
• Experience working in a law firm, legal publisher, legal training organisation, or higher education institution
• Knowledge of instructional design, adult learning principles, or educational technology
• Experience managing external authors, freelancers, or subject matter experts

Apply now via the ‘Apply’ button above.

Closing Date: 11^th November 2026