Sunday, January 13, 2008

Correspondent

Job Description

Correspondent - Financial News

Based in Mumbai & Bangalore, the Journalists in the News editorial team will be responsible for writing financial news content, covering the international markets & creating daily routine items.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the accuracy, relevancy and timeliness of his/her output. S/he should have had experience in financial journalism. Strong English language skills are essential.

POSITION OVERVIEW & RESPONSIBILITES:

- To produce high quality news content as per the defined parameters for timelines, quality, accuracy and completeness.

- Add editorial value to the content, such that it becomes more relevant to the Thomson Financial customers.

- Use appropriate language skills to understand and source financial information

- Adherence to content editorial policies and procedures

- Use available tools to the best advantage.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

- 1+ years of financial journalism/ editorial experience with a reputed firm

- Exposure to financial domain (capital markets, investment banking, investment management) – especially on Financial content.

- Strong computer skills – Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)

- Excellent writing and editing skills (English language)


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