Proofreader & Editor, Part Time 20-30 HRs P/w

6 months ago


Cambridge, United Kingdom Igennus Healthcare Nutrition Full time

**About us**

Igennus Healthcare Nutrition is a family owned business based in Cambridge, UK, run by father-and-daughter Co-CEOs Jav and Mina. The entire Nazemi family are involved in the day-to-day running of the company, supported by a close-knit team of people who share our values and bring expertise and inspiration, enabling us to remain strongly science led.

Our purpose is to empower people to lead healthier, fuller lives, through high-impact nutrition. We develop specialist, bioavailable nutrition supplements to help people to meet their nutritional needs and support optimal health. We only develop products we truly believe in and use ourselves. We proactively impart our expertise about nutrition, diet and lifestyle to enable people to make sustainable changes that make the biggest difference to their health.

We now require a smart, dynamic and helpful **Proofreader & Editor** to support our production and marketing teams. The role will involve working with a range of individuals, and requires someone who is adaptable, happy with shifting priorities, but is also organised and has an eagle eye for detail.

This role reports to the Production Manager.

**About the Role**

As Proofreader & Editor, you will ensure the accuracy and clarity of multilanguage product packaging and written content. You will use your communication skills and attention to detail to edit content according to brand guidelines and interfacing with the production team and nutritionists who write copy.
- Proofreading written content to ensure accuracy, and legality of product packaging, from copy to artwork and interfacing with our design agency
- Editing web content and articles to enhance clarity and appeal
- Collaborating with writers (nutritionists) and colleagues in marketing and commercial to develop and refine online content according to desired objectives
- Ensuring that all written materials adhere to established brand and editorial guidelines
- Conducting research / interfacing with in-house scientists to ensure the accuracy of technical nutrition information
- Reviewing and providing feedback on materials created by other team members
- Managing multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines, both short and longer term

**Requirements**:

- Excellent proofreading and editing skills
- Expert use of grammar, punctuation, and spelling
- Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in English and communications
- Ideally a related degree in Journalism, English, Literature or Communications; alternatively relevant sciences or nutrition background
- 4 years’ experience with copy editing and proofreading
- Able to work collaboratively within a team while also demonstrating self-sufficiency
- Adept at following and ensuring adherence to brand guidelines, tone of voice and editorial house style
- Keen to develop an understanding of the regulatory requirements of our industry, relating to health claims and food supplements packaging (training will be provided)
- Able to maintain focus with attention to detail for extended periods of time
- Flexible to work to tight deadlines when immediate turnaround is required
- Experience commissioning freelancers (translators, content writers)

**Personality is key **- the company is looking for down to earth, inquisitive, resourceful people who will fit into the company culture, in which intelligent, thoughtful self-starters thrive.
- Confident and helpful
- Organised but adaptable
- Enthusiasm for learning new things

An interest in health and nutrition is a bonus - as you will be surrounded by people passionate about this

**What we offer**
- A friendly, supportive and enjoyable office environment where individuals are encouraged to contribute ideas and be entrepreneurial
- An informal, friendly environment in a family run business
- Flexible hours and hybrid working

**Hours and compensation**
- 20-30 hours per week depending on experience, with flexible hours
- £28-35k pro rata depending on experience
- Private Medical Insurance
- Igennus health supplements annual allowance
- Company pension scheme
- Holiday allowance that increases with length of service

Please outline in a covering letter why you will add value to our business, and whether you bring relevant experience, and why you possess the skills to make you succeed in this role.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: £28,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 20 - 37.5 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Private medical insurance
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (required)

**Experience**:

- Proofreading: 4 years (required)

**Language**:

- English (required)

**Location**:

- Cambridge (preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Cambridge



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