Job Opening: English Editor for KPMG Hong Kong

12 February 2011
Job Opening: English Editor for KPMG Hong Kong
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services, with an industry focus. The aim of KPMG member firms is to turn knowledge into value for the benefit of the firms' clients, people, and the capital markets. With more than 140,000 people worldwide, member firms provide audit, tax, and advisory services in 146 countries. KPMG is a recognised market leader with offices in 12 cities in China.

To support our front-line business, our Translation Services Department offers a comprehensive range of Chinese and English language services: from translation, editing and writing to the provision of language training courses. The English Editor, while based in Hong Kong, will be working in a team with fellow editors and translators across our offices in China.

English Editor

Responsibilities

* To edit documents prepared in English
* To edit English translations
* To prepare documents in English
* To work with Translation colleagues to interpret English documents to be translated into Chinese
* To advise and coach colleagues on the use of English
* To deliver English training courses
* To undertake work-related research

Experience

* Native English speaker
* A recognised degree in English or a related discipline
* Excellent business and technical writing skills, preferably with editing/journalism experience
* Teaching or training experience in English or related subjects
* A basic understanding of the principles of accounting, banking and finance would be a definite advantage
* An understanding of Chinese culture or previous related work experience is preferred
* Knowledge of Putonghua would be another definite advantage

We offer successful candidates an attractive remuneration package and the opportunity to work in dynamic and exciting environment.

To apply please send your CV and salary expectations to human.resources.hk@kpmg.com

More information here.

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