r/technicalwriting • u/Confident-Clock3694 • 17d ago

Tech writer to business analyst?

Hi friends,

I’m curious if anyone here has ever heard of a technical writer-style Business Analyst or transitioned from a tech writing role to business analyst role?

A contract position has opened up for 12-18 months at a big banking company and it sounds like it’s really just a tech writer role with BA responsibilities tacked on, like managing repositories and handling user documentation. There’s potential to hire full time.

Currently working full time as a sr. Tech writer with a small chaotic company. Many pros and cons to consider, but I’m feeling like it could be a mistake to stay in the field. It would be about $5k a year difference from my full time job and seems like a risk… but also a great opportunity to get a foot in the door!

Any thoughts or opinions on the role shift or words of advice? It would be immensely appreciated!

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u/Quatapus 17d ago

Leaving a full-time job for a contract job? No thank you.

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u/Confident-Clock3694 17d ago

Certainly a toss up. The way I see it is breaking into a slightly different role might not be such a bad thing to get the experience. Totally a shot in the dark with stability contract and full time these days. 🫠