Development Editor

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom BSI Full time

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Job Title: Development Editor

Location: Chiswick, Greater London

About the role

The Development Editor is responsible for the assessment and development of national and client sponsored standards and standardization documents. They ensure that the document realises its scope and presents the content in the most effective way, meeting the needs of users and other external stakeholders.

The role works in partnership with Editorial Project Managers in the Content Development team and

supports the editorial quality of standards and standardization documents. The Development Editor is responsible for the editorial governance of the document. An awareness of the wider risk management associated with standards development will be essential in order to apply the governance appropriately.

The role will suit candidates with a proven ability to assess and analyse the purpose of a publication and develop an outline and structure that achieves its goals. Strong editorial and rewriting skills and an ability to critically analyse technical content are at the core of this role. It is also important to demonstrate excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to collaborate, persuade, and influence, to manage author and stakeholder relationships.

Responsibilities:

Deliver client and stakeholder value by providing high-quality standardization documents, consistent with BSI’s reputation as a credible independent standards development facilitator. Apply and advise project stakeholders on editing and standards drafting rules, through the critical analysis of technical content, use of editorial and rewriting skills, and application of standards development knowledge. Review, assess, and edit draft domestic standards using a thorough knowledge of editing and standards drafting rules, as appropriate carrying out a gap analysis of content against scope. Provide clear and constructive feedback on drafts to strengthen the structure and content of the standards and work collaboratively with authors and drafting panels to implement edits. Effectively manage relationships with external stakeholders and project suppliers, such as technical author, PAS steering group, Flex advisory group, and BSI Technical Committees and drafting panels. Effectively manage workload so that work is completed according to the project schedule.

To be successful in the role, you will have:  

Extensive experience in technical editing and rewriting Demonstrable, hands-on experience in developing and editing market-focused publications. Excellent command of the English language Attention to detail, quality control, and an ability to engage with content on a detailed level. Experience in managing multiple projects and stakeholders. Strong planning and organizational skills, including prioritisation. Excellent technical editing skills, with the ability to draft content with technical experts. Ability to help authors present complex information in a practical manner compliant with BSI’s drafting rules Ability to communicate constructive criticism sensitively and confidently to authors. Ability to manage multiple projects to tight deadlines.

What we offer

BSI offers a competitive total reward package, an independent and varied job in an international environment, flexible working hours, ongoing training, and development with the inclusion of 27-days annual leave, paid sick leave, bank holidays, health insurance, life insurance, pension plan with company contribution, income protection, paid maternity leave, paid paternity leave, paid parental leave, adoption leave, compassionate leave, paid bereavement leave, learning and development opportunities, and a wide range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your lifestyle. 

Do you believe the world deserves excellence?

We are proud to be the business improvement company for other organisations to become more sustainable and resilient and finally to inspire trust in their products, systems, services, and the world we live in.

Headquartered in London, BSI is the world's first national standards organization with more than 100 years of experience. We are a global partner for 86,000 companies and organizations in over 193 countries, offering development, auditing, certification, and training services, including innovative software solutions and cyber security expertise for all industries: from aerospace and automotive to food, construction, energy, healthcare, IT and trade sectors. Incorporated by Royal Charter, we’re truly impartial, and home to the ultimate mark of trust, the Kitemark.

Through our unique combination of consulting, training, assurance, and regulatory services we bring solid and broad knowledge to every company.

If you want to contribute to this inspiring challenge, bring your open and enthusiastic mindset to our dynamic team, apply now, and become part of the BSI family

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BSI is committed to ensuring the diversity of our workforce reflects that of our clients and the communities in which we operate. Our goal is to create a sense of belonging for all employees by providing opportunities to develop, grow, and engage with our global organization all while having fun doing great work. BSI is a community where everyone can thrive.

If you require any reasonable accommodations to be made on account of a disability or impairment throughout our recruiting process, please inform your Talent Acquisition Partner.

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