Markets Editor: Lead Our Dynamic Markets Coverage

Dow Jones; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wall Street Journal is seeking an ambitious editor to oversee Markets coverage, guiding a team of journalists as they chronicle how Americans invest trillions across assets. You will shepherd daily news at a fast pace, while developing high-impact features and deep company profiles for readers on all platforms.

You will manage editors and writers, sharpen sourcing, and push for analytical context. A strong track record in business journalism and talent development is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in business journalism.
• Command of the dynamics of financial markets.
• Experience as a story editor, or strong writing skills if you haven’t edited before.
• Ability to cultivate talent and help reporters achieve their potential.
• Ability to analyze data quickly and tell complicated stories in creative ways.

Responsibilities

• Drive the Journal’s coverage of markets news, managing a team of reporters at a high level.
• Develop ambitious feature story ideas with reporters and collaborate with newsroom stakeholders to orchestrate their publication.
• Line edit stories with the help of a deputy editor.
• Work with reporters to cultivate sources across the investing world, including traders and fund managers.
• Guide reporters to contribute incisive posts for WSJ Live Markets, our widely-read platform for real-time markets coverage and analysis.
• Collaborate with product and tech teams to develop products that put WSJ markets coverage on the map with a wider audience.

Skills

Business journalism

Editing

Sourcing

Data analysis

Leadership

Job description

The Wall Street Journal is seeking an ambitious editor to oversee Markets coverage, guiding a team of journalists as they chronicle how Americans invest trillions across assets. You will shepherd daily news at a fast pace, while developing high-impact features and deep company profiles for readers on all platforms.

You will manage editors and writers, sharpen sourcing, and push for analytical context. A strong track record in business journalism and talent development is essential for this role.