Deputy Credit Editor

LSEG; New York (NY); On-site; USD 98,300 - 163,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual Wellness Allowance

Paid time-off

401(K) Savings Plan and Company match

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

LSEG is seeking a Deputy Credit Editor to write and edit stories on the US credit markets from its New York bureau. The role involves editing copy, contributing to story coverage, and collaborating with a team of reporters. Candidates should possess strong knowledge of US bond markets and have 3–5 years of experience in financial markets or business journalism.

The compensation for this position ranges between $98,300 - $163,800, along with eligibility for an Annual Incentive Plan and other benefits including medical, dental, and wellness options.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in financial markets and/or business journalism.
• Experience in managing reporters and overseeing operations.
• Ability to drive coverage of breaking US credit market news.

Responsibilities

• Edit copy and contribute ideas for story coverage.
• Write real-time spot news and longer pieces.
• Collaborate with a team of reporters.

Skills

Strong knowledge of US bond markets

Excellent organizational skills

Ability to cultivate contacts

Analytical thinking

Clear and impactful writing

Job description

International Financing Review (IFR), the leading source of information on fixed income and equity markets, is seeking a Deputy Credit Editor to write and edit stories on the US credit markets from our busy New York bureau.

What you’ll do:

• Edit copy and contribute ideas for story coverage
• Write real-time spot news and longer pieces for the weekly magazine and IFRe.com
• Collaborate with a small, experienced team of reporters who have unique access to market leaders and decision‑makers in US capital markets

What we’re looking for:

• Strong knowledge of US bond markets
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to cultivate contacts, think analytically, and write with clarity and impact
• 3–5 years’ experience in financial markets and/or business journalism

Preferred experience:

• Managing reporters, assigning stories, motivating staff and editing copy
• Overseeing day‑to‑day operations of a credit desk
• Driving coverage of breaking US credit market news (deals, industry trends, key people) and explaining complex topics in an accessible way

Career Stage:

Senior Associate

Compensation/Benefits Information:

LSEG is committed to offering competitive Compensation and Benefits. The anticipated base salary for this position is $98,300 - $163,800. Please be aware base salary ranges may vary by geographic location, city and state. In addition to our offered base salary, this role is eligible for our Annual Incentive Plan (AIP/”bonus plan”). Target AIP rates will be commensurate with role level and posted career stage. Individual salary will be reflective of job related knowledge, skills and equivalent experience. LSEG roles (excluding internships and part‑time roles of less than 20 hours per week) are typically eligible for inclusion in our LSEG Benefits program, which includes offerings of: Annual Wellness Allowance, Paid time‑off, Medical, Dental, Vision, Flex Spending & Health Savings Options, Prescription Drug plan, 401(K) Savings Plan and Company match. LSEG’s Benefits plan also includes basic life insurance, disability benefits, emergency backup dependent care, adoption assistance commuter assistance etc.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. This means that we do not discriminate on the basis of anyone’s race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. Conforming with applicable law, we can reasonably accommodate applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs.