Manager I, Editorial/Publishing
RELX
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Durban • 🇿🇦 South Africa
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Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Oversees the workflows for digital and print delivery of caselaw content; maintains editorial product quality, accuracy, timeliness, and cost management across a global caselaw portfolio.
- Collaborates with commercial stakeholders to create new global caselaw content opportunities to drive the customer experience forward; liaises regularly with in-market teams to ensure content meets customer needs.
- Develops meaningful caselaw metrics and analytics in alignment with Global Editorial Operations targets.
- Executes on automation and drives adoption of global tools and systems delivery; eager to apply cutting-edge content management systems/architecture to streamline processes.
- Actively manages the budget to ensure targets are met.
- Identifies and drives opportunities for savings; engages in vendor management and contract negotiation to ensure value; works with the Global Procurement as needed to specify effective processes and standards.
- Establishes and monitors objectives by providing regular feedback, coaching, training, and talent development; responsible for determining performance improvement opportunities and developing and executing course-correction plans.
- Executes on cross-functional coordination and support of global initiatives.
- Drives a culture that encourages learning, AI-first thinking, and thoughtful, timely decision-making.
Requirements
- Experience leading teams or managing projects in a collaborative, deadline-driven environment
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams
- Ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple initiatives with attention to detail and quality
- A problem-solving mindset and openness to new technologies and continuous improvement
- Familiarity with legal content, editorial processes, or similar professional environments
- A law degree (JD, LLB, or equivalent) or relevant legal editorial experience
- Experience supporting teams through organizational change or transformation
- A process-oriented approach, with the ability to develop and implement consistent workflows and best practices
Benefits
- Medical Aid
- Retirement Plan inclusive of Risk Benefits (Disability, Critical Illness, Life Cover & Funeral Cover)
- Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy
- Study Leave
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
caselaw metricsanalyticsbudget managementvendor managementcontract negotiationprocess improvementworkflow developmentcontent management systemsautomation
Soft skills
leadershipcollaborationcommunicationinterpersonal skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailorganizational change managementcoachingtalent developmentdecision-making
Certifications
law degreeJDLLB