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The Role / Position Overview
This junior editor position, to be based in Beijing, reports directly to the Editor in Chief of FTChinese.com and is responsible for producing and coordinating supply chain related coverage for FTChinese.com. Responsibilities include:
Research, planning, reporting and writing supply-chain related interviews, stories, news analyses and in-depth reports.
Planning and producing podcasts, videos and other formats of supply chain-related content.
Selecting supply chain related stories from FT.com to be translated and published on FTChinese.com.
Working closely with other FTChinese editors and producers to ensure the speedy production and publication of supply-chain related content.
Frequent travels domestically and internationally to attend business conferences, conventions, conduct interviews and research trips.
Assisting with FTChinese conferences, seminars and other marketing operations related to supply chain.
Requirements include
Excellent research, interview, reporting and writing skills in both Chinese and English. Other languages are a plus.
At least 3 years of full-time or combined part-time working or education experience in business, science, technology, finance or journalism. Supply chain-related journalism and research experience with industry-leading organizations would be a strong plus.
Able to cope with tight deadline pressure and work seamlessly across different media formats.
Able to handle frequent travel and flexible working locations and hours. In particular, the job may require the candidate to spend a considerable amount of time every year travelling in key technology and manufacturing hubs such as the Yangtze River Delta and Pearl River Delta.
What’s in it for you? Our Benefits
Our benefits vary depending on location, but we are committed to providing best in class perks across all our offices as well as an inclusive environment to develop your career. Examples of our benefits include; generous annual leave allowances, flexible working (including working from home), medical cover, enhanced maternity & paternity packages, subsidised gym memberships and Giving Back opportunities. Full details of our benefits can be found here.
Further Information
The FT is committed to providing an inclusive working environment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best talent regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We also promote flexible working and will consider specific requests around flexibility for all roles where it can be accommodated. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any questions, please contact a member of our HR team who will be happy to help.
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