Senior writer/editor - Syngenta Group
Syngenta
- Manchester
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Sourcing and creating compelling written content that tells our story as one of the most innovative companies in global agriculture.
- Working with a team of writers, editors and external freelancers to provide guidance and feedback to ensure that all content is accurate, engaging and aligned with Syngenta's messaging.
- Building broader public understanding about farming and how modern farming technologies combat world hunger, climate change and mitigate the adverse effects of extreme weather.
- Developing and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders across Syngenta's business units and functions.
- Helping to develop Syngenta Group's content framework and editorial calendar.
- Continuously review content, performance data, and feedback to improve effectiveness.
- Staying up to date with industry trends and best practices in content marketing and storytelling.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure that content is aligned with business objectives.
- Proven experience of journalism or feature article writing and editing, editorial copywriting and online content creation, preferably within the agricultural industry.
- Exceptional writing skills and excellent command of the English language.
- Experienced in writing copy for newspapers, news websites, magazines, email newsletters, digital advertising, SEO, online PR or blogger outreach.
- Ability to interpret, write and use the correct 'tone of voice' for various channels.
- Advanced level of computer literacy in Microsoft Office packages.
- Ability to manage, coach and guide a diverse team (partly remote).
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with clear and concise written and verbal communication.
- Ability to work to strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Flexible over working hours, to meet the needs of the business.
- Advanced degree, or equivalent experience in communications, marketing, journalism, or a related field.
- Scientific knowledge about agriculture, biology, chemistry or life science a plus.
- Any additional languages (in addition to fluent English) are advantageous.
- Extensive benefits package including a generous pension scheme, bonus scheme, private medical and life insurance.
- Up to 31.5 days annual holiday.
- We offer a position which contributes to valuable and impactful work in a stimulating and international environment.
- Learning culture (Together we Grow) and wide range of training options.
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