Senior Technical Writer (German Speaking) PH-23352

Tasks:

• As „Senior Technical Writer,” you will lead and supervise a growing team of technical authors and graphic designers at our Manila location. You will ensure consistent and high-quality work on projects and team objectives.
• You and your team will create, review, validate, and correct user manuals for consumer goods products.
• Together with our in-house content management team, you will develop content for our content management system.
• You will implement best practices for technical communication and documentation.
• You will contribute to the development of design guidelines, templates, and other documentation standards.
• You will stay up-to-date on emerging technologies and trends in technical communication.
• By continuously developing your technical skills and quality, you will ensure that you are always up to date.
• You will work closely with specialists from the departments of quality assurance, content management, graphic design, localization, project coordination, and sales.
• You will be in regular communication with our project coordination team to ensure project profitability goals.
• You will attend customer meetings as needed.
• From time to time, you will also take on other ad-hoc tasks.

• Intensive training at our headquarters in Hong Kong, followed by a transfer to our subsidiary in the Philippines.
• A competitive salary package.
• Relocation assistance.

Requirements:

• You speak fluent German & have experience writing in German
• You have 4 to 8 years of experience as a technical writer.
• You have obtained a degree in Technical Writing or at least 6 years of professional experience in technical editing.
• You passionately enjoy writing error-free technical texts in German. We also require very good knowledge of the English language (spoken and written).
• You can communicate complex technical concepts clearly and understandably.
• You have knowledge of relevant legal regulations, guidelines, and safety standards (desirable).
• You are a fan of the Adobe Suite (InDesign) or similar software. Experience with XML documentation is advantageous.
• You work well in a team, are innovative and proactive, and have a strong sense of responsibility. You are organized, detail-oriented, dynamic, and flexible.
• You can work both independently and in a team.
• You can work under tight schedules and under pressure.
• You have excellent communication skills.
• Logical thinking and analytical reasoning are important elements for experiencing success in this profession.