Global Desk Editor — Fast-Paced News, Sharp Headlines

Refinitiv; Manila; Hybrid; PHP 360,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global Career

Learning & Development

Industry competitive benefits

Paid volunteering days

Job summary

Reuters is seeking a Desk Editor in Manila to edit breaking news and long-form stories for a global audience. The role involves rapid writing, copyediting, and ensuring accuracy, fairness, and strong sourcing. Weekend and evening shifts are expected as part of coverage across geographies and markets.

You will work with journalists worldwide, shaping stories for financial and professional readers while exploring new formats and tools to engage readers globally.

Qualifications

• Experience in copy editing and fast-paced newsroom environments.
• Ability to write and edit under tight deadlines for a global audience.
• Comfort with digital and multimedia storytelling, including SEO basics.

Responsibilities

• Write and edit breaking news stories from around the globe at speed.
• Copyedit long-form initiative stories for a global audience.
• Ensure stories are balanced with fair comment and strong sourcing.
• Collaborate with reporters and editors across the world.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Journalism

Tools

WordPress

CMS

Job description

Reuters is seeking a Desk Editor in Manila to edit breaking news and long-form stories for a global audience. The role involves rapid writing, copyediting, and ensuring accuracy, fairness, and strong sourcing. Weekend and evening shifts are expected as part of coverage across geographies and markets.

You will work with journalists worldwide, shaping stories for financial and professional readers while exploring new formats and tools to engage readers globally.