Copy Editor, French File
Reuters is looking a Copy Editor for the French-language team in our Gdansk newsroom. The successful candidate will be part of a team that covers French companies, writes and translates key economic, business and political news for a French-speaking audience. He/she must have excellent translation and editing skills, solid news judgement and a sharp sense for what coverage will resonate with a French audience. This job offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment for one of the world’s biggest and most trusted news organisations.
About the Role
Why is this job important?
Trading desks, hedge funds and asset managers at major multinational banks use subscription-based Eikon terminal to get fast & accurate information to base their investment decision. Your stories for Reuters will also be seen by our media clients, on Reuters.com and other extensions available to read for everyone. Reuters news and information reaches one billion people every day.
In your role you will be responsible for:
Writing, editing and planning coverage of French companies in French
Editing, crafting and honing English-to-French translations that span geographies, industries and markets
Identifying market-moving figures and comments most relevant for French speaking audience and publishing real-time news alerts in French
Covering econ data indicators for France in English and French
Training, providing feedback to other reporters and translators
Cooperate daily with international news service for French companies
Cooperate daily with the French Hub & markets reporters based in Paris
Work closely with the management of the French wire in Paris to ensure a strong coverage & a high quality production
About You
Qualifications - What do you need to bring?
At least two years of experience as a professional news translator/editor
Solid knowledge of worldwide macroeconomics, financial markets and corporate activities
A good command of glossary on companies' results
An ability to judge what news is relevant for French clients
A willingness to learn and an ambition to build skills and take on greater challenges
Fluent written and spoken French, with excellent spelling, a good command of English
Resilience in high-pressure situations
Willingness to work as part of a team
Please note, the deadline for applications is Sunday, February 18th, 2024.
What’s in it For You
At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:
Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities
Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists
Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days
Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories.