Editorial Supervisor

Redwood is excited to be partnering with a leading, global economics organisation who have a wonderful opportunity to join them as their Editorial Supervisor. This highly interesting organisation advises government bodies and corporate companies, around the world on economic issues. They are looking for an experienced editorial professional to join their team in either their London or Oxford offices.  This is a hybrid role, with one day a week in the office.

The Editorial Supervisor will work closely with the economists to ensure that all editorial is well written, well presented, and compliant with the company’s branding, house style and legal requirements.  This role would suit someone who is an experienced editor and who enjoys editing content and working on large reports, which will be in both digital and printed formats.

This is a varied role and a pivotal position within the editorial team and some of the key responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Copyediting and proofreading consultancy outputs (notes, reports, PowerPoint presentations etc). You will be trained in house style.
• Applying house style, formatting, and ensuring that templates are used correctly
• Responding to queries on editorial matters, including copyright and tone
• Liaising with freelancers on editorial outputs
• Provide feedback to consultants about potential areas for improvement
• Assist the Production and Internal Communications Manager to deliver ad hoc internal comms activity
• Providing copywriting services and guidance to assist the Marketing and Business Development team and other teams across the business

We are looking for an experienced editorial professional with excellent editorial/copywriting skills, and someone who is used to editing sometimes complex information. You will have a great eye for detail, with the ability to work to tight deadlines and juggle multiple tasks.  A strong knowledge of English grammar is required, as is a knowledge of CMS and/or web editing.  An eye for design would be useful for creating infographics and a general interest in current affairs is desirable.

This role carries an attractive salary and company benefits.  For further information please send your CV and a short cover note to: info@redwoodrecruitment.com