Cases Editor - NZ Primary Law

Overview

Join our dynamic legal editorial team as a Cases Editor, working with leading legal research products focused on New Zealand primary law. This role plays a critical part in maintaining the accuracy, accessibility, and relevance of the Westlaw cases collection, ensuring it meets customer expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Craft concise and clear summaries for diverse legal cases.
• Apply our proprietary classification system to categorize decisions and identify their interrelationships.
• Maintain and update case quantum tracker resources with subject matter expertise.
• Leverage AI-driven research and editorial tools daily to boost efficiency and content quality.
• Engage in broader editorial initiatives and contribute to business group projects.

Candidate Profile

• Possess a law degree with thorough knowledge of New Zealand's legal system.
• Exhibit excellent research capabilities and strong communication skills.
• Demonstrate ability to interpret, analyze, organize, and clearly communicate complex legal information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and familiar with online legal research platforms.
• Detail-oriented with a strong appreciation of accuracy from a customer perspective.
• Adapt readily and positively to shifting priorities and changes.

Benefits and Culture

• Flexible hybrid working model with 2-3 days per week onsite.
• Comprehensive work-life balance policies including flexible vacation, remote work options, and mental health days.
• Opportunities for professional growth through dedicated learning programs focused on developing skills for an AI-enhanced future.
• Competitive benefits package featuring mental health app access, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness resources.
• A workplace culture fostering inclusion, belonging, customer focus, innovation, agility, and collaboration.
• Social impact initiatives including paid volunteer days, pro-bono projects, and environmental, social, and governance engagement.
• Contribute to a globally respected organization that supports justice, transparency, and the rule of law.

About the Company

We are a leading technology and information provider serving legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media sectors worldwide. Powered by over 26,000 employees across 70+ countries, we emphasize integrity, accuracy, and fairness as core principles in our mission to support informed decisions and societal progress.

Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, gender, religion, disability, or other protected classifications. Reasonable accommodations are provided for disabilities and religious practices.