Sub-Editor, Country Risk & Industry Research at Fitch Solutions

Job Summary:

BMI – A Fitch Solutions Company is currently seeking a Sub-Editor based out of our Pretoria office.

The Sub-Editorial department ensures the quality and accuracy of BMI's vast portfolio of macroeconomic, political risk and industry research content.

What We Offer:

• This is an excellent development opportunity for someone looking to build their editorial expertise, and knowledge of editorial technologies/best practices.
• BMI's vast portfolio covers global economics and politics to specific industries. In shaping this content written by highly qualified analysts, you get a unique look at the world, through an expert lens.
• The Pretoria-based Sub-Editorial team is high-performing, socially conscious and highly engaged with colleagues across the world.

We’ll Count on You To:

• Proofread political, economic and industry-specific content. Check copy for consistency, style, figures, libel & copyright infringement, grammar and punctuation.
• Communicate closely with the wider Research, Sub-Editorial and Production teams to ensure timely publication of content.
• Manage high daily and weekly workloads.
• Contribute to sub-editorial process improvements.

What You Need to Have:

• Degree in an English language-oriented or adjacent field.
• Experience of editing/proofreading in an English-language environment.
• Excellent written English, grammar and proofreading skills, besides meticulous attention to detail.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel, and an ability to grasp new technologies/systems quickly.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Excellent time management and organisation skills.
• Demonstrable ability to handle large volumes of work.
• Ability to work in a large team and engage with colleagues.
• Interest in current affairs and international business, economics and politics.