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Senior Editor – The Economist Group (Asia Pacific) Limited

Tuesday, May 5, 2009

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Senior Editor The Economist Group (Asia Pacific) Limited

The Economist Group is the leading source of analysis on international business and world affairs. We deliver our information through a range of formats, from newspaper and magazines to conferences and electronic services.

What ties us together is the objectivity of our opinion, the originality of our insight and our advocacy of economic and political freedom around the world.

Senior Editor

Summary purpose of job

To help build a thriving thought leadership business in Asia that draws effectively on both existing Economist Intelligence Unit content and on specially commissioned research/writing to produce reports and editorial programmes to the highest standards. The position would be based in Singapore or in Hong Kong.

Key responsibilities

Manage thought leadership projects that are produced by the Economist Intelligence Unit in Asia
Work closely and effectively with sponsors, salespeople, writers and other members of the editorial team.
Ensure that the editorial integrity of the Economist Intelligence Unit is maintained at all times during the course of projects.
- Work with the sponsorship sales team to make calls on clients and develop new business
- Write proposals for sponsored research projects in Asia
Ensure all research is of the highest quality by focusing on the accuracy of the text and numerical analysis. This will require the candidate to be highly literate, numerate and detail-oriented.

Skills and capabilities profile

Minimum BA/BS required.
Extensive background in analysing, writing and editing articles, papers and/or books on business-related topics and Asia.
An outstanding project management track record.
Experience dealing with senior executives.
Good understanding of international business and management issues.
Good understanding of Asia, or parts thereof.
Knowledge of online media would be an advantage.
PowerPoint skills and ability to manipulate and analyse data in Excel preferred.
Native English speaker. Other Asian languages (particularly Mandarin) a definite advantage.
Excellent writing, editing, presentation and author-management skills.
Creativity and flair.
Strong numerical skills and an eye for detail.
Confidence and diplomatic skills to handle unfamiliar topics and difficult clients.
Ability to work independently in a very busy environment
Ability to juggle several projects simultaneously.

If you would be interested in applying for this position, please email us your resume with a brief covering letter together with details of your current and expected salary. Personal data collected will be used for recruitment purposes only.

The Economist Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer