Excellent content is at the heart of everything The Economist Group does and this extends to our thought leadership research. Our independent, thought provoking reports are highly valued by the commissioning clients, largely multinationals wishing to engage audiences in discussion and debate, and are covered extensively in the mainstream media. Our research takes many forms—surveys, benchmarking indices, forecasting, in-depth interviews—and covers a wide variety of topics. For examples go to economistinsights.com. Research findings are delivered in a range of formats, including written reports, videos and infographics.
With our business growing rapidly in Asia, and our client base expanding to include Asian companies venturing abroad, we are seeking a Chinese-language Associate Editor (part-time) to support our division. We assume the role will require approximately ten days per month, initially, with the possibility to convert to a full-time position.
Accountabilities:
In the role you would be expected to:
Act as the primary liaison between Chinese clients commissioning projects and the editorial team executing the projects, to ensure smooth communication and running of the project.
Support the sales team during discussions with Chinese clients about potential research projects.
Work with the editorial team in Hong Kong on new research topics and ideas that fit incoming client briefs or that are developed proactively with a certain client/ prospect / target in mind
Help to source and conduct interviews in China for research projects.
Experience, skills and professional attributes:
To succeed in the role you must have:
Native Mandarin language ability, with Excellent English skills
Excellent client relationship skills
Experience dealing with senior executives
Substantial editorial experience (in Mandarin)
Understanding of editorial integrity, and the importance of this to our brand
Keen interest in business and economic issues, as well as current affairs in general
A global outlook
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