Technical Writer

Contract Details

• Employment Type: Contract
• Location: Hybrid (Office in Chicago)
• Hourly Pay Rate: $30-$35/hr
• Benefits: LaSalle Network consultants are eligible to enroll in benefits. For details, visit here.

Technical Writer Responsibilities

• Create High-Quality Documentation: Develop clear, comprehensive user manuals, step-by-step process guides, and reference training materials for a new enterprise system.
• Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner closely with internal business units and technical development teams to accurately capture system functionality and complex processes.
• Translate Complex Information: Deconstruct intricate business requirements and technical specifications into straightforward, actionable user guides for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Maintain Standards: Ensure all documentation is highly organized, logically structured, and easy for end-users to navigate.

Technical Writer Qualifications

• Proven Experience: Demonstrated background as a Technical Writer, specifically developing technical documentation, user manuals, and guides for large-scale enterprise systems.
• Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional writing, editing, and verbal communication skills with a sharp eye for detail.
• Analytical Mindset: Ability to quickly grasp complex business requirements and translate them into user-friendly, step-by-step instructions.
• Organizational Excellence: Excellent project management and organizational skills to handle documentation needs across various internal and external user groups.