Who We Are Burson, part of WPP, is the global communications leader built to create value for clients through reputation. With highly specialized teams, industry-leading technologies and breakthrough creative, we help brands and businesses redefine reputation as a competitive advantage so they can lead today and into the future. When you work at Burson, you are part of a global community of lifelong learners who thrive at the edge of innovation. WPP (LSE/NYSE: WPP) is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com For more information visit bursonglobal.com and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram. More About The Role Join our dynamic English Editorial Team as a Junior Editor for a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this entry-level role, you will be instrumental in ensuring the accuracy and consistency of our content, while actively learning and applying agency style and processes. This position is designed to develop your core agency writing and editorial skills, laying a strong foundation for your career progression within the communications industry. You will play a crucial part in the quality assurance of our client-facing materials, working under guidance to proofread and edit diverse content. This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience, support larger projects, and contribute to our commitment to excellence in reputation management. What You'll Do <ul><li>Proofread and edit content for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and basic adherence to brand guidelines.</li><li>Support Editors and Senior Editors on larger projects, learning best practices in content creation and quality control.</li><li>Begin drafting simpler content types, such as social media copy and internal communications, under supervision.</li><li>Actively participate in mandatory writing training sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge. </li></ul>Experience That Contributes To Success <ul><li>Foundational understanding of editing and proofreading principles.</li><li>Strong command of English grammar, spelling, and punctuation.</li><li>Eagerness to learn and adapt to agency-specific writing styles and processes.</li><li>Ability to work collaboratively and support team members.</li><li>Attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality work.</li><li>A keen interest in developing a career in communications and content creation. </li></ul>You Belong At Burson Our vision is for Burson to be the leading ‘academy company’ for creative communications professionals and emerging leaders. We provide a dynamic environment where ambitious colleagues come to elevate their skills, expand their networks, and ultimately, produce the best solutions for today’s leading brands. Our commitment to your growth is reflected in our robust benefits and people programs, which include professional development opportunities, mentorship programs with industry leaders, a vibrant and inclusive company culture fostering collaboration and innovation and packages designed to reward and retain top talent. We invest in our people because we believe their success is our success. At Burson, we’re an agency of learn-it-alls. We recognize that the things we do best, creativity and communications, require a level of nuanced understanding. That’s why it’s imperative for us to hire extraordinarily talented people of all backgrounds and identities. Without that we can’t do the essential work of inspiring bold ideas, fostering constructive dialogue, cultivating meaningful experiences, and driving innovation and creativity for our partners. Your unique point of view—your talent—is what makes you a #BursonPerson, and it’s how we deliver exceptional results for our clients, together. We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process. When you click the "Submit Application" button below, this will send any information you add below to Burson. Before you do this, we think it's a good idea to read through our  Recruitment Privacy Policy. California residents should read our  California Recruitment Privacy Notice. This explains what we do with your personal data when you apply for a role with us, and, how you can update the information you have provided us with or how to remove it.

Junior English Editor (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

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