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English Editor (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Burson
Location 📍 johannesburg, South-Africa
Posted 📅 June 15, 2026
Work Type ⏰ Full-time

Position Overview

Position

We are seeking an experienced Editor to join our English Editorial Team on a 12-month fixed‑term contract. This role is central to elevating overall content quality, ensuring strategic alignment, and maintaining message consistency across all client deliverables.

What You’ll Do

  • Take direct briefs from account teams, ensuring a deep understanding of client objectives to minimise rework.
  • Edit, refine, and improve first drafts of various content types, including PRLs and media announcements.
  • Draft more complex content from scratch, such as op‑ed pieces, speeches, and multi‑media scripts.
  • Act as a primary content quality checkpoint for assigned accounts, upholding high standards.
  • Provide constructive feedback and guidance to Junior Editors and account team members on their writing.
  • Actively participate in project kick‑offs and strategy discussions where content is a central element.

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Job Details

Employment Type
Full-time
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Category
Science, Research and Teaching
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Work Arrangement
On-site
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Location
johannesburg, South-Africa