Vacancy: Middle East Sub-Editor, Telecoms

12 October 2010
Vacancy: Middle East Sub-Editor, Telecoms
Location: Houndsditch, London

IHS (NYSE: IHS) is a leading global source of critical information and insight, dedicated to providing the most complete and trusted data and expertise. IHS product and service solutions span four areas of information that encompass the most important concerns facing global business today: Energy, Product Lifecycle, Security and Environment.

By focusing on customers first, IHS enables innovative and successful decision-making for customers ranging from governments and multinational companies to smaller companies and technical professionals in more than 180 countries. IHS has been in business since 1959 and employs approximately 3,800 people in 20 countries.

We are currently looking for a Sub-Editor to work on our Global Insight country analysis (Middle East) and industry (Telecoms) services. The ideal candidate for this position will have editorial experience and knowledge of working with Content Management Systems. A relevant arts or humanities degree is required. Please note that this is a purely editorial role and does not involve any writing.

Responsibilities:

* To ensure quality and consistent editing of text for the Global Insight country analysis and industry services.
* Editing to tight daily deadlines, ensuring adherence to house style.
* Liaising with analysts regarding coverage and maintaining a knowledge of current affairs, and detailed knowledge of specific regions and industries.

Requirement/Experience:

* A relevant arts or humanities degree.
* Able to work to a high level of accuracy while meeting tight deadlines.
* Organisational skills.
* Problem-solving skills.
* Excellent command of the English language is a must.
* Language skills and a strong interest in international affairs.

Please attach a CV and a covering letter when applying.

More information here.
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