Editor

Euromonitor; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic market research firm in Cape Town seeks an experienced Editor to ensure the accuracy and quality of AI-assisted market research reports. You will edit and fact-check content, collaborate with teams, and refine tone and readability. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree in English, with at least 3 years of editing experience in market research or publishing. This role requires excellent communication skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ editing experience in market research or data-heavy publishing.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and editorial judgement.
• Interest in AI tools and market research.

Responsibilities

• Edit, proofread, and fact-check AI-assisted market research reports.
• Verify data, statistics, and claims against trusted sources.
• Collaborate with various teams to resolve content issues.

Skills

Excellent written communication

Research skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Strong problem-solving abilities

Detail-oriented

Education

Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field

Tools

Editorial tools

AI-assisted tools

Job description

Reports to The Editorial Manager

Responsibilities

Euromonitor International is seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Editor to join our Cape Town Editorial team. Reporting to the Editorial Manager, you will ensure the accuracy, clarity, and quality of market research content, with a focus on editing and fact-checking AI-assisted reports. You’ll refine tone and flow, verify data and claims, and correct inaccuracies or inconsistencies ("hallucinations"), ensuring every report meets our high publishing standards. The role involves working closely with fellow editors, research teams, and technical teams to meet deadlines and provide feedback that improves both content and AI workflows.

• Edit, proofread, and fact-check AI-assisted market research reports for accuracy, clarity, style, and formatting.
• Verify data, statistics, and claims against trusted sources; correct errors and inconsistencies.
• Refine tone, structure, and readability to meet Euromonitor standards.
• Collaborate with Editorial, Project Delivery and Insights teams to resolve content issues.
• Work with the Editorial Manager to manage workload and deadlines.
• Provide feedback to technical teams to help improve AI-assisted content quality and workflow.

Qualifications

Candidate Attributes

• Bachelor’s degree in English or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years’ editing experience, ideally in market research, business intelligence, or data-heavy publishing.
• Excellent written communication, research, and fact-checking skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and editorial judgement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with editorial and AI-assisted tools.

Skills and Proficiencies

• Proven research skills to verify information and data.
• Highly organised and detail-oriented individual.
• Interest in AI tools and market research.
• Adaptable and open to evolving workflows and technologies.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills.