Investment Writer, Investors' Chronicle

The FT has an uncompromising mission: delivering independent, quality information, news and services to individuals and companies around the globe. It’s the cornerstone of our reputation and the heart of our ambitions for the future. But for our people, the FT offers so much more than what we do. FT people come from all kinds of backgrounds and work across a huge range of disciplines and locations, and find an empowering, warm and welcoming culture that values curiosity and rewards smart, ambitious thinking. Those who are willing to unite around our mission and live our values will find plenty to challenge, inspire and interest them. Like the audiences we serve, no two FT people are the same; but together we help our audience be better informed and understand the world around them. It’s a job that’s never mattered more, and a career that can take you anywhere you want to go.Our commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplaceAt the FT, we give all employees a voice so that diverse perspectives are heard and valued. We believe that a supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves at work. We'll continue to remove barriers for all, and in particular barriers facing employees from underrepresented groups.The Role / Position OverviewInvestors Chronicle, the investment magazine and website, is looking for a bright, numerate financial journalist to provide in-depth news, analysis and comment on quoted companies and the wider investment industry. The successful candidate will be required to produce a variety of content including news and results analysis, podcasts, comment and features. Knowledge and experience of equity markets, financial reporting and company analysis is desirable.Key ResponsibilitiesTurn company reports and occasionally technical subject matter into lively and opinionated content for a retail investor audienceProduce data-led content informing our readers about companies and sector trendsInterview listed company chief executives and finance directors, as well as equity analysts and fund managersContribute a wide range of articles on a daily, weekly and longer term basis including, but not limited to, news, company results, analysis and features. Ensure that the content is fresh, actionable, agenda-setting, authoritative, relevant, erudite, that it caters for the sophisticated demands of our audience while being accessible to newer investors and cements our position as an indispensable source of information for investorsWork closely with the companies and news desks and attend regular meetings discussing content ideas and help to form part of the planning for both website and magazine output of the teamContribute to reader engagement initiatives such as podcasts, webinars and also contribute ideas to enhance reader engagement with our contentSpeak as required at investor events Work with the digital editor to grow online audiencesRequired Skills / ExperienceStrong analytical skills to get behind the numbers and fluff of financial statements and come to well-argued conclusionsStrong writing skills required to turn technical subject matter into lively and opinionated copy for a retail investor audienceStrong expertise in writing or analysis of equity markets and/or analysing companiesAn interest and technical understanding of the corporate and investment worldKnowledge and experience of equity markets, financial reporting and company analysisWhat’s in it for you? Our BenefitsOur benefits vary depending on location, but we are committed to providing best in class perks across all our offices as well as an inclusive environment to develop your career. Examples of our benefits include; generous annual leave allowances, flexible working (including working from home), medical cover, enhanced maternity & paternity packages, subsidised gym memberships and Giving Back opportunities. Full details of our benefits can be found here .Further InformationThe FT is committed to providing an inclusive working environment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best talent regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We have implemented a hybrid working model and we also promote flexible working and will consider specific requests around flexibility for all roles where it can be accommodated. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any questions, please send an email to #####
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