Business Editor

Workplace Circumstances

• Environment: Office
• Languages: English, Khmer
• Location: Phnom Penh

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead daily news desk operations, commission business coverage, and manage editorial calendars for print and digital channels.
• Oversee copyediting workflows to enforce strict adherence to house style, UK English standards, and media law compliance.
• Supervise beat reporters and contributors, conduct performance appraisals, and provide ongoing professional development.
• Build and maintain strategic networks across corporate, diplomatic, and financial sectors.

Languages

• English - Fluent

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree

Work History

• Journalistic experience in financial or business reporting, with proven experience in an editorial or supervisory role for 2 years

General & Technical Skills

• Exemplary grasp of UK English grammar, style, and publishing conventions
• Deep understanding of macroeconomic policies, trade, banking, corporate finance, and regional market dynamics
• Thorough knowledge of media law, defamation risks, and ethical standards in reporting
• Proficiency with Content Management Systems (CMS), digital publishing tools, newsroom workflow software, and basic data visualization/analysis tools
• Sharp attention to detail, exceptional time management, sound decision-making under tight deadlines, and strong interpersonal communication