Senior Correspondent

Nbcuniversal Media, LLC; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Correspondent to lead financial services coverage. In this dynamic role, you will write compelling news stories, conduct in-depth research, and collaborate with various teams to deliver high-quality content. You will be expected to tackle complex topics and produce engaging digital stories that resonate with a global audience. This is a unique opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values diversity and inclusion while empowering its employees to create impactful journalism. If you have a passion for financial news and a knack for storytelling, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in financial journalism or related fields.
• Strong sources in financial services and excellent rapport with contacts.

Responsibilities

• Lead coverage of financial services and write fast, accurate news.
• Produce digital stories with strong copy and relevant graphics.

Skills

Financial Markets Knowledge

Strong Reporting Skills

Writing Skills

Interviewing Skills

Critical Thinking

Detail-Oriented

Fluency in English

Verbal Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Journalism or Related Field

Tools

Content Management Systems

Social Media

Job description

We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

As a company uniquely positioned to educate, entertain and empower through our platforms, Comcast NBCUniversal stands for including everyone. Our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives, coupled with our Corporate Social Responsibility work, is informed by our employees, audiences, park guests and the communities in which we live. We strive to foster a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees feel supported, embraced and heard. Together, we'll continue to create and deliver content that reflects the current and ever-changing face of the world.

Job Description

OVERVIEW

The Senior Correspondent has a broad command of financial markets, business and economics, and a particular interest in financial services, with a proven track record of writing compelling, accurate and balanced business stories for a global audience. Having a clear understanding of CNBC’s editorial and programming priorities, the Senior Correspondent is an experienced writer who can grasp written nuance and context and apply knowledge and expertise to specific story topics. The Senior Correspondent possesses strong reporting, interviewing, and writing skills, exhibits critical thinking and has a keen eye for detail and an inquisitive mind.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead CNBC.com’s coverage of financial services, including from the banking, investment management, private equity and insurance sectors, among others.
• Write fast, accurate and coherent news copy under breaking news pressure, and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Write in-depth profiles, trend pieces and effectively break down complex topics that require explanation.
• Cover investigative news, scoops and exclusives that are well-sourced and can withstand external scrutiny; be prepared to face scrutiny more often due to the nature of critical or "hard-hitting" content generally.
• Tackle difficult and complex reporting assignments in the newsroom that require a quick news turn and demand a longer-form, analytical approach; and execute hard news and feature stories accurately and with insight.
• Generate strong and compelling story ideas that help inform and engage investors, business leaders and readers, that will continue to build on CNBC’s credibility.
• Ability to operate independently, working outside the beat when required, with the confidence and ability to guide and mentor junior reporters.
• Produce digital stories including strong copy, relevant graphics, video and hyperlinks in a way that draws search engines to the story page, engages readers, and compels them to share the story.
• Pitch, report and write digital news and analysis stories which can lead the homepage.
• Research financial markets data and analyze news developments for appropriate content on the website and/or on TV or social video as appropriate.
• Collaborate with TV colleagues and global CNBC offices on stories.
• Make use of social media and other tools to promote CNBC.com content.

Qualifications

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possess strong sources within the financial services industry or related sectors, and excellent rapport with professional, financial, research and other sources.
• Experience working closely with editors on story edits that can run more than one day and which can require the answering of difficult, precise questioning.
• Highly motivated, organized and detail-oriented.
• Write with an authoritative voice.
• Proficient in at least one media besides news writing, including but not limited to: TV work, charts and data visualization, digital video, podcasting, social media.
• Take initiative to follow up on story ideas and be a proactive reporter across multiple media formats on an as-needed basis.
• Excellent verbal communication skills to foster good relations with colleagues as well as contacts and sources.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize a wide range of tasks, make decisions quickly and operate under tight deadlines.
• Fluency in English language.
• Experience working with content management systems.
• A flexible attitude to working different shifts occasionally when required, including weekends.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

• Minimum 5 years of experience working in a similar role.
• Readiness to and interest in expanding into other forms of journalism including TV, social video, live events and podcasts.
• Experience working for a leading wire service or business news agency/website.
• Experience working on-camera both live and on tape.

The responsibilities associated with this position are not limited to the above description and may be modified at any time by the Company.

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [e-mail].