Proofreader

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role!

We are seeking a proofreader with experience in the higher Education sector to join our team. You must be proficient in advanced and basic grammar rules and understand how they are applied within our style guides. Our ideal candidate is meticulous in noting errors such as punctuation, spelling, and word count, knows how to check statements for accuracy and potential plagiarism and compliance issues. You must be able to communicate with our team of Copywriters and the Marketing Team to ensure all content meets our company guidelines and is fit for purpose.

Main Responsibilities

• Review all content documents for grammar, spelling, style and tone of voice.
• Meet proofreading deadlines.
• Fact-check course information, dates and other statements for accuracy
• Ensure all text adheres to tone and character count outlined by brief requirements.
• Confirm that all submitted content is original.
• Make corrections to formatting and compositional errors in Word, Excel and PowerPoint documents.
• Monitor copywriter content for quality and consistency.
  
  
  

Requirements

• Project management knowledge and experience
• Excellent organisational skills and positive approach to problem-solving
• Excellent written and communication skills
• Attention to detail.
• Fact-checking and research expertise
• SEO knowledge and understanding
  
  
  

Other Information

The Proofreading will also be expected to demonstrate their commitment:

• to GBS values and regulations, including equal opportunities policy.
• the GBS’s Social, Economic and Environmental responsibilities and minimise environmental impact in the performance of the role and actively contribute to the delivery of GBS’s Environmental Policy.
• to their Health and Safety responsibilities to ensure their contribution to a safe and secure working environment for staff, students, and other visitors to the campus.
  
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned.

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