Fresh Jobs at LexisNexis South Africa

About the Role

• The position requires an experienced and driven salesperson with expertise in software sales. The Salesperson is responsible for driving new, up- and cross sales across LexisNexis solutions lines.
• The Salesperson’s main accountabilities will be too pro-actively prospect, qualify and close new, up- and cross sell sales opportunities. The role works in close partnership with internal and external partners to proactively drive growth.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the annual financial performance targets
• Drive customer retention strategies
• Proactively generate pipeline opportunities
• Manage the sales pipeline with precision
• Lead deal structuring, negotiation, and closing
• Develop and execute an effective sales strategy
• Manage multiple sales opportunities concurrently

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years sales and software experience in technology sales.
• Valid Driver’s license and reliable vehicle to use for execution of customer visits  
• Proven adoption of AI in task execution to improve efficiency and sales success 
• Proficiency with AI sales platforms, including tools such as ChatGPT Enterprise, Salesforce, Gong, and Seismic (or equivalent). 
• Demonstrated success in a quota bearing sales environment with a consistent record of target achievement. 
• Strong consultative selling skills, with the ability to conduct both face to face and social selling/digital selling interactions. 
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, constantly evolving and rapidly growing product sales environment. 
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Strong critical thinking, problem solving, and strategic planning capabilities

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About the Role

• In this role, you will create, edit, and maintain Practical Guidance content covering legal and regulatory developments across multiple Gulf jurisdictions. You’ll shape user-friendly resources that meet high editorial standards for accuracy and clarity, working closely with authors and internal stakeholders to deliver timely updates and new content.

Responsibilities

• Edit and review a broad range of legal material (Practice Notes, Legislative Insights, Precedents, Checklists, Guides, Toolkits, and more) to ensure accuracy and alignment with LexisNexis editorial standards
• Update, enhance, and commission user-friendly, high-value online and print content, including amending outdated Practical Guidance material
• Oversee the quality of external contributions, providing feedback and ensuring compliance with editorial standards
• Monitor and incorporate new legal developments, regulatory changes, and emerging industry trends across the Middle East, including multiple Gulf jurisdictions
• Conduct in-depth legal research to develop comprehensive, reliable editorial content across diverse subjects in the region
• Collaborate with other legal editors to meet shared content quality and quantity targets
• Maintain daily, weekly, and monthly reports and statistics for Practical Guidance to track progress against targets
• Manage multiple projects, timelines, and editorial workflows across several jurisdictions while partnering across departments on content strategies that drive engagement and retention

Requirements

• Excellent English writing and editing skills, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong legal knowledge and the ability to interpret, research, and explain laws, regulations, and guidance (through legal qualification or equivalent practical experience)
• Demonstrated legal practice experience as a lawyer or law clerk is highly preferred
• Demonstrated editing or publishing experience is highly preferred
• Ability to monitor and respond to legal and regulatory change across multiple jurisdictions, including Gulf jurisdictions
• Familiarity with AI tools and technologies, such as natural language processing and machine learning, to enhance content creation, review, and operational efficiency
• Computer skills in Microsoft Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint
• Proven problem-solving skills and the ability to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships, working confidently in a deadline driven environment
   

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About the Role

• In this role, you will lead a South Africa-based editorial operations team responsible for delivering core UK analytical content and strategic initiatives at scale and pace. This is a delivery-focused managerial role, accountable for operational performance, efficiency, and quality across live, deadline-driven editorial workflows. You will work closely with UK and global stakeholders to meet defined commercial and delivery objectives, balancing quality, timeliness, capacity, and risk in a globally integrated operating environment.
• The role reports to the Head of UK Analytical Editorial Operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a South Africa–based editorial team delivering high-quality analytical content for Legal and Tax Markets portfolios and exam materials for Tolley Learning Academy, in line with agreed quality standards and delivery commitments.
• Own end-to-end operational delivery, including production scheduling, workload and capacity planning, and execution against defined timelines, service levels, and business commitments.
• Set clear performance expectations and manage delivery metrics, tracking productivity, throughput, quality, and risk via dashboards, and taking timely corrective action where standards or delivery are at risk.
• Make informed trade-offs across quality, timeliness, capacity, and risk to ensure predictable, reliable delivery in a dynamic and demand-driven environment.
• Drive continuous optimisation of digital and print editorial workflows, with a strong focus on simplification, scalability, repeatability, and sustainable ways of working.
• Guide the effective and responsible use of technology, automation, and generative AI to improve efficiency and reliability, applying appropriate judgement, sequencing, and governance guardrails.
• Build a flexible, cross-trained, and resilient team, capable of responding to changing priorities and production peaks, supported by regular coaching, performance management, and fair, timely handling of underperformance.
• Operate as a collaborative enterprise partner, fostering a globally integrated team culture, working closely with the UK-based Analytical Editorial Operations Manager, and partnering with commercial, HR, recruitment, global operations, and technology stakeholders to deliver aligned outcomes.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years’ people-management experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint); familiarity with project-management approaches (agile or waterfall); XML knowledge desirable.
• Based in South Africa, with experience in publishing, content, or editorial operations highly desirable.
• Strong communication and collaborative leadership skills, with the ability to work constructively across global, cross-functional teams while balancing team advocacy and organisational alignment.
• Sound operational and organisational judgement, including effective prioritisation, deadline management, planning, and proactive stakeholder communication.
• Business, commercial, and analytical acumen, with confidence using data, metrics, and performance reporting to support decision-making.
• Process- and change-oriented mindset, with experience improving ways of working, using publishing systems and platforms, and supporting teams through transformation.
   

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About the Role

• In this role, you will help ensure legal content remains current, accurate, and ready for publication across print and online products. You will monitor legal developments, update and add legislation, and support the delivery of high-quality publishing outputs while working closely with internal teams and responding to customer queries. This is a detail-focused opportunity for someone who enjoys legal research, editorial work, and delivering to deadlines in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor legal developments and update existing legislation to ensure content remains current.
• Add new legislation across publications and prepare supporting annotations as required.
• Prepare prelims and approve final proofs for service issues, bound volumes, and annuals, while supporting the print production team.
• Meet production standards by setting priorities and working to critical deadlines and production schedules across print and online formats.
• Respond to queries from external and internal customers in a timely and professional manner.
• Conduct and participate in quality reviews and audits to support publishing accuracy.
• Identify and implement operational efficiencies that support best practices and publishing milestones.
• Participate in professional development and training, and support other reasonable duties as required.

Requirements

• Demonstrate strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills, with the ability to write clearly within house style guidelines.
• Have an excellent command of the English language.
• Bring a general understanding of XML or HTML.
• Show initiative, self-motivation, and strong problem-solving skills.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers through strong written and verbal interpersonal skills.
• Work collaboratively across teams, including geographically diverse and onshore/offshore teams.
• Stay organised and adapt effectively to changing business demands.
• Learn new software and technical skills quickly,