United Kingdom
Technical Writer Salary in Manchester
£21K
20% Low Band Avg
GBP £27K
Average
£36K
80% High Band Avg
- Bonus: 1,306
Salaries based on experience level
The Average Entry Level salary of Technical Writer in Manchester is GBP £20K/yr, this salary increases 33% to £27K/yr when reach Mid Level Career.
From Mid to Senior Level the average salary increases 30% from £27K/yr to £35K/yr.
Salary Compared to United Kingdom National Average Salary
- Technical Writer in Manchester Salary
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- Technical Writer in United Kingdom Salary
The Average Salary of Technical Writer in Manchester is £27K/yr. This is -10% lower (£-3,390) compared to United Kingdom national average salary of £30K/yr.
Salary Compared to Manchester City Average Salary
- Technical Writer in Manchester Salary
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- Manchester City Average Salary
The Average Salary of Technical Writer in Manchester is -10% lower (-3,085) than the average salary for the city of Manchester £30K/yr.
Technical Writer job description
Job Title: Technical Writer
Overview/Summary of the role:
A Technical Writer is responsible for creating and maintaining documentation that clearly and accurately describes technical features, products, or processes for a variety of audiences. They are responsible for ensuring that technical documentation is well-written, organized, and structured to make it easy to understand by both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Write user manuals, online help documents, training guides, and other technical documentation for a wide range of software, hardware, and other products.
- Collaborate with technical and non-technical subject matter experts to gather information about products, processes, and procedures.
Technical Writer interview questions
Interviewer: Good morning/afternoon. Thank you for coming in today. Can you please introduce yourself and tell us a little bit about your background?
Candidate: Good morning/afternoon. Thank you for having me. My name is (insert name) and I have (insert number of years) of experience as a Technical Writer. I have a Bachelor's Degree in (insert relevant field) from (insert university.)
Interviewer: Can you describe a particularly complex technical project you have worked on and your role in it?
Candidate: Sure. The project involved developing a user manual for a medical device. There were many technical aspects that needed to be simplified for the end user to ensure user safety. My role was to work with the engineers and the software developers to understand the device and create clear, concise instructions for end users.
Interviewer: How do you ensure that your documentation is clear and easy to understand for non-technical users?
Candidate: I use my communication skills to break down complex technical concepts into layman's terms. I also incorporate visuals, such as diagrams and screenshots, to help explain technical concepts.
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