National Political Editor

News Corporation; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exclusively ours

Perks & discounts

Health & wellbeing

Time off

Financial wellbeing

Job summary

News Corp Australia is seeking a National Political Editor based in Canberra to lead our political coverage. You will report on the nation’s key players, policies and debates while collaborating with state-based teams that feed major metropolitan mastheads.

You’ll report to the Network Head of News and manage high-profile assignments, delivering decisive, accurate reporting under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in political reporting or a related field.
• Strong multiplatform skills including video broadcast and editing.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with a focus on accuracy and clarity.
• Initiative, maturity, and enthusiasm for tackling difficult and robust assignments.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Responsibilities

• Break exclusive political stories and provide insightful analysis for a national audience.
• Collaborate with state-based colleagues to ensure cohesive and comprehensive political coverage.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key political figures, policymakers, and stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality content under tight deadlines, demonstrating initiative and resilience.
• Report directly to the Head of News for Network News.

Skills

Political reporting

Multiplatform video

Strong writing

Initiative

Work under pressure

Job description

ACT - FPH Press Gallery Parliament House Suite 117 Canberra

Full time

What's the role?

Are you passionate about politics and driven to break big stories that captivate millions of Australians?

News Corp Australia’s State and Community division is seeking a dynamic and driven senior journalist to lead our team as a National Political Editor. Based in Canberra, this role offers a front-row seat to the nation's political stage, where you will report on the key players, policies, and debates that define our country.

As Editor you will collaborate and have line of sight over the work of our Canberra team who report into Australia’s leading metropolitan mastheads including The Herald Sun, The Daily Telegraph, The Courier Mail and The Advertiser.

As the National Political Editor, you will report to the Network Head of News and spearhead the national political agenda, working with state-based colleagues to deliver compelling and impactful coverage for our national audience. You will gain unparalleled access to the corridors of power, witnessing law-making in action and uncovering the art of political compromise.

This is a rare opportunity to work alongside some of the most influential figures in Australian politics while contributing to the trusted journalism of News Corp Australia's major metropolitan and regional mastheads.

What’s the role?

• Break exclusive political stories and provide insightful analysis for a national audience.
• Collaborate with state-based colleagues to ensure cohesive and comprehensive political coverage.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key political figures, policymakers, and stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality content under tight deadlines, demonstrating initiative and resilience.
• Report directly to the Head of News for Network News.

Who are you?

• A deep curiosity and passion for uncovering stories that matter.
• Proven experience in political reporting or a related field.
• Strong multiplatform skills including video broadcast and editing.
• Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with a focus on accuracy and clarity.
• Initiative, maturity, and enthusiasm for tackling difficult and robust assignments.
• A strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.

Why News Corp Australia

Join a culture where innovation is our operating rhythm. You’ll work on a diverse portfolio of Australia’s most loved brands and play a pivotal role in leading the technological shift in how we create commercial content. Our vibrant, hybrid work environment and dynamic, values-driven culture empowers you to push boundaries, collaborate as one unified team, and make a positive, measurable impact for all Australians.

News Extras Benefits is a commitment to our people for their valued contribution to News, our audiences, clients and communities.

Our benefits include:

• Exclusively ours - Access to publications and products from across the News Corp family
• Perks & discounts - Exclusive offers across a range of products and services that deliver genuine cost savings and benefits
• Health & wellbeing - Advice, support and facilities for healthy minds and bodies (including an onsite gym at our Adelaide, Brisbane & Sydney offices)
• Time off - News offers a range of leave options to support your personal needs and moments that matter in life: Parental leave, Birthday leave, Volunteer leave, Career break and Compassionate leave.
• Financial wellbeing - Support on making the most of your money

In addition to our perks and benefits, employees have access to a number of initiatives and programs that support their wellbeing and professional growth, such as:

• Helping you grow - Access tailored development opportunities, including leadership programs, to cultivate your skills and support your career
• Giving back - Make a difference to our communities through volunteer opportunities and company-organised charity drives
• Workplace Inclusion and facilities – Engage with your passions through various employee-resource groups and accessibility to multi-faith quiet rooms & parents’ rooms

Who are we?

Embodying the essence of the everyday Australian, we passionately advocate for the diverse voices that form the backbone of our nation. Beyond conventional reporting, our comprehensive coverage extends to sports, lifestyle, and an array of other engaging topics across our newspapers, magazines, and digital platforms. With an impressive monthly influence on approximately 16 million individuals, we hold the largest audience among all media enterprises in Australia. This extensive reach solidifies our pivotal role in shaping public discourse and fostering meaningful connections within the community. Our mission remains centered on authentically capturing the nuanced narratives of Australian life, amplifying the stories of those who might otherwise go unheard, and fostering a sense of unity and empathy across the country. As the trusted conduit for the nation's voices, we are dedicated to empowering and elevating the diverse and vibrant perspectives that define the Australian experience.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Diversity strengthens our national teams and newsroom as we seek to tell stories that represent the communities of Australia. Our people make us unique, and so we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability or gender identity. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply!

We are committed to ensuring an accessible and supportive recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or accommodations at any stage, please do not hesitate to let us know here (http://[e-mail]) . In order for us to assist you, please ensure you include the role title you are applying for in the subject line. For more information regarding Diversity at NewsCorp Australia please visit www.newscorpaustralia.com/careers under the Diversity@News section.

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State & Community Mastheads

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