Reporter, Ignites Europe (12 month parental leave cover)

Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc; London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000

Job description

Reporter, Ignites Europe (12 month parental leave cover)

London

About us

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide.

At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world.

In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing.

Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Build a newsworthy career at the FT.

The role

Ignites Europe, a Financial Times service, is an online subscription-based source of news, business intelligence and analysis for the asset management industry in Europe. We are looking for a Reporter, based in London, to join the 10-strong editorial team.

This is a unique opportunity to write independent, impactful, high quality journalism for a successful news service backed by the experience and resources of FT Specialist, and work within a positive and collaborative team environment.

Key responsibilities

1. Cover a beat and aim to research and write three to four original articles per week
2. Produce news stories and exclusive content
3. Generate original story ideas to be developed with the managing editor
4. Build and cultivate an extensive network of sources with an emphasis on meetings and phone interviews
5. Moderate webcasts and video interviews.

Required skills and experience

1. Proven experience covering the asset management industry and/or financial markets in Europe, with strong contacts with asset management companies
2. Demonstrated success in developing original story ideas and source development
3. Proven ability to meet daily deadlines and write accurately, concisely and clearly
4. Self-motivated, enthusiastic, hard-working, responsible, organised and a team player.

What’s in it for you? Our benefits

Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here.

We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.

Accessibility

We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory.

Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email [e-mail] and a member of our team will be happy to help.

Further information

Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all.