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S&P Global Reporter, EMEA Financials News in London, United Kingdom
About the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use):
09
Reporter, EMEA Financials News
S&P Global Market Intelligence seeks an experienced reporter with a passion for financial news and journalism to join our Europe, Middle East and Africa financials news team.
The Team:
The EMEA Financials News team includes London-based reporters and editors, as well as journalists in mainland Europe and the Philippines. You will also interact with other members of S&P Global Market Intelligence's wider global news team. You will be surrounded by experienced journalists and analysts committed to accuracy, fairness, timeliness and relevance. It's a fast-paced newsroom environment that is congenial and professional.
The Impact:
You will write impactful, insightful stories about the Europe, Middle East and Africa banking and financial services industries (with a particular focus on Europe). Our real-time, subscription-based news service reaches an influential readership that includes investment bankers, buy- and sell-side teams, C-suite professionals and regulators. Our massive database of market, regulatory and corporate data offers ample opportunities to enhance and drive our news content.
We comb through regulatory filings, attend top industry events and monitor market trends to bring readers the information they need to know. Our comprehensive and timely news gathering operation, combined with our enterprise journalism, creates a unique news source essential to any sector-focused professional.
In this role, you will help shape our daily content by developing fresh story ideas, delivering sharp, concise copy and building articles that make use of our in-house data sources. You'll cover a range of topics including M&A, capital markets activity and regulation, with a sharp focus on accuracy, and to tight deadlines. You'll also be able to distil complex ideas, and be able to dig into economic/political/technological developments to find connections with the financial sector. The ideal candidate will have industry knowledge, an extensive network of contacts and will love to brainstorm story ideas and thrive on collaboration.
What's in it for you:
Explore a highly rewarding career path with room for professional growth, recognition and rewards
Utilize our unmatched database of market, regulatory and corporate data to enrich your ability to deliver high-quality news
Brainstorm with colleagues who share deep knowledge and passion about the sectors they cover
Grow your source base and industry knowledge by attending conferences and events in the UK and mainland Europe
Enjoy a competitive benefits package, including annual, performance-driven bonuses and a flexible working culture.
Responsibilities:
Regularly pitch workable story ideas
Write long-form stories and data-driven analyses, as well as shorter, timely pieces
Collaborate with in-house data experts to find ways to incorporate data into stories, driving our news beyond the headlines
Collaborate with Production team to craft creative infographics and visuals
Attend conferences, further build out your book of contacts/sources, and research topics in your coverage area
There are also opportunities for panel moderation, in-house presentations and other initiatives to help build our brand
What we're looking for:
Basic qualifications and experience:
Strong writing skills and a strong command of journalistic practices (AP style, libel issues, etc.)
Several years' experience working in business journalism
An affinity for analyzing numbers, using in-house data intelligence, financial reports and other industry information
Effective communication skills: You will need to collaborate with a wide group of team members, some in the same office and some located elsewhere
Openness to editorial feedback
A desire to own your coverage and beat other outlets to the big stories
Native-level (or near-native-level) spoken and written English skills
Preferred qualifications and experience:
Experience covering the EMEA financial sector a big advantage
Experience working with remote teams
Fluency in other European languages would be an advantage, especially French, Spanish and Italian
About S&P Global Market Intelligence
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence .
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), EDTGRP202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group)
Job ID: 299671
Posted On: 2024-04-25
Location: London, United Kingdom