Job Opening: Senior English Editor for Swire Properties Hong Kong

01 January 2011
Job Opening: Senior English Editor for Swire Properties Hong Kong
Deadline: 14 January 2011

Swire Properties Limited

Swire Properties is one of Hong Kong’s leading property development, investment and management companies. We design, build and manage some of the most prestigious shopping malls, office complexes, hotels and residential buildings in the territory. Our recent growth has created exciting opportunities for people who want to pursue and a career in the property field.

SENIOR ENGLISH EDITOR (Ref. No.:2/SEE/12JDB)


Reporting to the Head of Public Affairs, the incumbent will offer a comprehensive range of English language services: from drafting and editing English translations, press releases, speeches, publicity collaterals, reports and on-line written materials to coaching colleagues on correct English usage. He/she will help the company review internal and external communications materials in English in terms of format, style and tone, as well as aiding in the revamp and ongoing maintenance of the corporate intranet.

Requirements:

* Native English speaker with excellent command of both written and spoken English
* University graduate or above, majoring in English Language, Linguistics or Translation
* 8 years or above editing/journalism experience in large corporation.
* Excellent business writing capabilities together with sound communications and organisational skills
* Able to meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
* Must demonstrate consistent attention to detail
* Good computer skills
* Experienced in helping companies communicate through electronic media

Interested parties are invited to send their applications with a cover letter quoting job reference number, and full resumes stating career history, qualifications, expected salary and contact numbers through one of the following means: -

Postal address:

Human Resources Director
Swire Properties Limited,
64/F One Island East,
18 Westlands Road,
Island East, Hong Kong
Fax number: 2880 8300

E-mail address: recruit2@swireproperties.com

The application deadline is 14th January, 2011. Information collected will be used for employment purposes only. Applicants not contacted within six weeks of applying should consider their applications unsuccessful.

More information here.
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