Editor: Commentaries

Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

Job Description




Are you looking for an exciting editorial role?

Do you have great writing skills?

Join us in shaping a more just world.

About Us
LexisNexis, a part of RELX, is a leading global provider of legal, regulatory, and business information. We help customers increase productivity and improve decision-making and outcomes. Our 10,500 experts and innovative tools help us shape a better world for our customers and communities.

About the Role
As an Editor, you will prepare material for publication to agreed quality standards. You will ensure work is to a high standard and published within the agreed publishing schedule. As your training progresses, you will have opportunities to help prepare project plans and help with the design and creation of sample pages.

Responsibilities

  • Consult and negotiate with the author(s) of assigned works.
  • Update, edit and proofread each assigned work/product in accordance with the relevant agreed project plan.
  • Alert the managing editor of any changes or developments that may affect the publishing schedule.
  • Ensure that content of the printed and digital/electronic versions aligns in every material.


Requirements
  • Have strong English reading and writing skills
  • LLB degree or equivalent
  • Have an analytical mind
  • Have great organizational and time management skills
  • Have some previous editing experience is desirable


Work in a way that works for you
We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organization, with various flexible and remote working options available to employees.

Working with Us
LexisNexis Legal & Professional is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal opportunity employment regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. Together, we are building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Working for you
We believe in a healthy work/life balance. We know that your well-being and happiness are key to a long and successful career. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

  • Comprehensive, multi-carrier health plan benefits
  • Disability insurance
  • Dependent care and commuter spending accounts
  • Life and accident insurance
  • Retirement benefits (salary investment plan/employer stock purchase plan)
  • Modern family benefits, including adoption and surrogacy


About our Team
LexisNexis is a data and analytics company with 10,500 colleagues serving customers in more than 150 countries. Wexe2x80x99re one of the largest information and analytics companies on the planet. We design solutions that help our customers increase productivity, improve decision-making and outcomes, and be more successful.


LexisNexis, a division of RELX Group, is an equal opportunity employer: qualified applicants are considered for and treated during employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, disability status, protected veteran status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to providing a fair and accessible hiring process. If you have a disability or other need that requires accommodation or adjustment, please let us know by completing our Applicant Request Support Form:
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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD1278970
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Education
    Not mentioned