Private Credit Reporter - Debtwire

ION; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is on the lookout for a talented reporter to join their dynamic team in London. This role focuses on delivering in-depth coverage of the European private credit market, emphasizing breaking news and investor sentiment. You will have the opportunity to write substantive articles, contribute to various special projects, and engage with industry sources. This innovative firm values diverse backgrounds and offers a supportive work environment, making it an exciting opportunity for those passionate about financial journalism and analysis. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make an impact, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• At least two years’ experience in covering debt markets.
• Strong writing skills and an investigative mindset are essential.

Responsibilities

• Reporting and writing daily articles on private credit market.
• Contributing to special projects like conferences and webinars.

Skills

Reporting on debt markets

Investigative writing

Time management

Networking skills

Communication skills

Job description

The Role:

Debtwire, an ION Analytics company and the leading provider of news and analysis for the global fixed income markets, is seeking a reporter to cover the European private credit market. Debtwire provides sophisticated investors and advisors with deep-dive coverage of public and private companies, with an emphasis on high-yield bonds, leveraged loans and private credit, from new issuance through stress, distress and restructuring.

The Reporter role is focused on breaking news on companies in need of private credit for M&A, refinancing and organic growth. This is not a loan pricing position — you will write in depth stories on investor sentiment about new issuance and broader market trends. The reporter will be part of team of journalists and credit and legal analysts based in London and around our global offices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Reporting, writing, and filing copy on a daily basis
• Writing in-depth, substantive articles
• Contributing to special projects such as conferences, databases, webinars and podcasts
• Assisting with developing coverage outside of assigned beats
• Cultivating and meeting with sources
• In-region travel as necessary

Required Skills, Qualifications and Experience:

• At least two years’ experience covering debt markets
• Private credit and/or leveraged loans reporting experience a plus
• Knowledge and experience reporting on mergers and acquisitions a plus
• Strong writing skills and an investigative mindset
• Time management and communication skills
• Networking and contact-building skills
• A self-starter attitude with a cooperative approach

About us:

We’re a diverse group of visionary innovators who provide trading and workflow automation software, high-value analytics, and strategic consulting to corporations, central banks, financial institutions, and governments. Founded in 1999, we’ve achieved tremendous growth by bringing together some of the best and most successful financial technology companies in the world.

• Over 2,000 of the world’s leading corporations, including 50% of the Fortune 500 and 30% of the world’s central banks, trust ION solutions to manage their cash, in-house banking, commodity supply chain, trading and risk.

• Over 800 of the world’s leading banks and broker-dealers use our electronic trading platforms to operate the world’s financial market infrastructure.

ION is a rapidly expanding and dynamic group with 13,000 employees and offices in more than 40 cities around the globe.

Our ever-expanding global footprint, cutting edge products, and over 40,000 customers worldwide provide an unparalleled career experience for those who share our vision.

ION is committed to maintaining a supportive and inclusive environment for people with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We respect the varied identities, abilities, cultures, and traditions of the individuals who comprise our organization and recognize the value that different backgrounds and points of view bring to our business.

ION adheres to an equal employment opportunity policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against applicants or employees based on any legally impermissible factor.