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Form of workAbout Us:
The Law Institute of Victoria (LIV) is the state's peak body for lawyers. Representing more than 19,000 members the LIV's purpose is to promote the highest standards of ethical and legal practice, education and service excellence in the practice and administration of law to ensure the community benefits from strong legal representation, effective advocacy, and a fair and equitable legal and justice system.
We are a non-profit organisation dedicated to our members and the development, maintenance, and the sustenance of the law for the benefit of the community.
Position Overview:
The Managing Editor is responsible for the editorial integrity and production quality of all LIV publications, specifically the monthly, peer-reviewed Law Institute Journal (LIJ), LIJ news briefs, the annual diary-directory, the annual report and other bespoke publications.
The role requires oversight and administration of all elements of publishing (both print and digital), managing the publications team and oversight of contractors that includes journalists, sub-editors, advertising representatives and support staff; producing revenue-generating publications; and preparing and administering a department strategic plan and budget.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Review and implement LIV editorial policy across publications.
- Set the editorial agenda for the LIJ – monthly and annually
- Liaise with potential contributors, authors, and commission articles
- Maintain awareness and research of relevant legal news
- Develop annual strategic plans for LIV publications to facilitate organisation ofsolicited and internally produced material
- Administer editorial submissions, letters to the editor, requests for assistance from members and legal stakeholders.
- Ensure LIV publications are published to the highest standard and to deadline
- Strategically manage the resources and workflows across contributors and suppliers to ensure the efficient and timely delivery of content
- Write editorial content as required for LIJ print and online
- Develop and manage budgets aligned with publications, including approval of invoices
- Identify, develop and enact a digital first content strategy for the LIJ including creating and amplifying diverse content
To be considered for this role, you will demonstrate:
- A relevant degree in Communications, Journalism or Publishing, taking in editing, writing and digital communications is essential
- Legal qualification highly regarded
- 10+ years publishing experience with an emphasis on digital publishing with a commercial focus
- Demonstrated experience in generating highly engaging and authoritative content via forward-thinking editorial decision-making and writing
- Experience with the legal profession and justice system to inform editorial decisions and outlook
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign
- Commitment to use of plain English
- Proficiency and experience in overseeing and directing resources and workflows to ensure efficient and timely delivery of content, while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy, relevance and journalistic integrity
The LIV encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander origin, LGBTIQ+ communities and from diverse cultures, language groups, and people with disabilities.
If you are interested in joining a highly respected membership organisation that values respect, integrity, collaboration, accountability, curiosity and a focus on service excellence, please apply now!
How to Apply:
- Please include a cover letter, together with your CV.
- Applications close on Thursday 8 February 2024 at 5PM.
- Applications may be considered and progressed prior to the close date.
