Job Description
Infopro Digital is global digital information, research and events business serving the global risk, financial technology and insurance markets. It's home to a series of market-leading business-to-business media brands including Risk.net, Central Banking and WatersTechnology.
Our content is read by business heads, traders, risk managers, and compliance and operations professionals at major financial firms, as well as by regulators and policy makers worldwide.
Infopro Digital is seeking a journalist to join its expanding data team. The successful applicant will develop and produce content for the various data-driven news and analysis sections across our publications.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of financial markets and the ability to spot interesting stories in data, confidence using Microsoft Excel and other data management packages, as well as programming skills. Promising candidates without a finance background will be considered.
Duties and responsibilities include:
Produce daily articles using data published in multiple structured and unstructured formats on central banks, commercial banks, insurers, funds and derivatives markets
Produce accurate, well-researched copy in house style
Use programming skills to assist with and automate data extraction efforts
Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in financial products, markets and central banks
Work closely with team members and support the wider editorial staff on their projects
Contribute to identifying new data sources and developing new coverage areas
Be punctual, organised and professional in all aspects of the role
Adhere to the highest standards of journalistic ethics and integrity
Requirements
Knowledge of financial markets
Experience with programming languages
Ability to produce high-impact stories using data-driven tools
Demonstrated experience using tools such as spreadsheets for acquiring and analysing data
Ability to produce accurate, engaging and analytical copy to a high-quality standard and in accordance with house style
Fluent written and spoken English is imperative
High level of organisation, time management and attention to detail
Willingness to take full ownership of editorial beat
Able to act as an ambassador for the company and its publications, maintaining high standards of integrity and ethics
A team player inclined to work towards group objectives
Benefits
We know great people make great companies. Infopro Digital is defined by people and passion, and powered by knowledge and innovation. Everything we do is centred on trust, integrity and respect. Our collaborative approach drives creativity across our markets; and our focus on giving teams ownership allows us to build an entrepreneurial culture where our people and brands can thrive and grow.
We run a Foundation which supports a number of charities. Staff can volunteer to contribute their skills and expertise to make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.
In addition to a competitive salary we offer the following benefits:
Flexible and hybrid working based on employee needs.
25 days annual leave (rising up to 30 days)
Group personal pension plan
Life assurance
Interest free season ticket loan (STL)
Private medical insurance
Employee assistance programme
Bonusly employee recognition
Employee discount scheme
Onsite monthly chair massage
Eye-care vouchers
Discounted gym membership
Agile/remote working
Additional life assurance
Bike to work
Buying holiday
Dental insurance
Add partner to gym membership
Health cash plan