Senior Reporter/Deputy Editor – Freight

Job Purpose

Argus is a fast-growing global B2B media company providing essential information on commodity markets. We are growing quickly, adding new markets, new services, new delivery options and improved analytical tools. We are currently looking for a Senior Reporter/Deputy Editor to join our editorial team to cover specific commodity markets and report on deals, price movements and market news.

This is an excellent opportunity to forge your career covering the economically and politically influential sector of global energy and commodities. You will apply and develop your skills across daily news reporting, market analysis, features and editorials in this fast-paced environment with the highest standards of journalistic independence and integrity; and there are opportunities to travel and present papers at industry conferences and lead webinar sessions.

Role

Argus is seeking a candidate to join the expanding Freight team in London, which covers specialised, tanker, dry bulk and gas freight markets. As a member of this team, you will become familiar with all these markets and an expert in one or more of them, with reporting on the specialised and biofuels freight market being the primary responsibility for this role.

You will cover your market through weekly price assessments, writing interesting, analytical market commentaries as well as an in-depth weekly analysis piece, allowing you to take a wide view of the market. And other news coverage and in-depth analysis would appear online and in the weekly Argus Specialised Freight report. You will also be responsible for maintaining and expanding the contact base, driving methodology and coverage development and attending industry events as well as giving presentations to clients, prospective clients and at conferences on the state of the market.

The Deputy Editor position also includes a range of other responsibilities: editing reporters’ copy, assisting with the end of day processes, guiding the team in their news and analysis writing, assisting with market presentations, streamlining editorial processes, maintain relationships and break new ground with desirable contacts.

The global freight market is in a state of constant change in its position at the centre of international trade, geopolitics and environmental regulation. This represents an exciting opportunity to join the team and cover high-profile news on changes that can reshape the global trade and impact on the wider crude, oil products, dry bulk and gas commodity industries.

You will work in tandem with other reporters and editors who will provide training and support to develop in-depth knowledge of the markets.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and assess markets to produce daily and weekly price assessments, market commentaries, news, analysis and reports

• Curate data and maintain and analyse existing data series to inform coverage and develop graphs and charts within Excel to illustrate trends and analysis

• Develop an understanding of relevant commodity markets, working with other Argus teams to produce joint content.

• Regular meetings and daily communication with key members of the industry, including traders, brokers, and business leaders to build relationships and gather news

• Contribute copy to relevant daily and periodical publications and the online news service, and contribute to special content and presentations as required

• Work with other departments to help promote the use of Argus price assessments and help develop new pricing tools for the freight market

• Attend meetings, conferences and industry events to build contacts, report on news and represent Argus in the industry

Skills and Experience

• A graduate with a strong degree

• Proven ability to develop, source and write industry-relevant news to deadline

• Knowledge of the commodity and/or freight sectors not mandatory but preferred.

• Excellent writing, grammar and numeracy skills (these will be tested as part of the interview process)

• Ability to use data in generating stories and analysis is preferred, while a willingness to learn is essential

• Excellent communication skills with ability to network and build contacts with industry executives. Strong presentation skills also preferred

• Prior experience of working in the financial or energy journalism sector is preferred, but not essential

• Strong co-ordination and time management skills with the ability to work well within a team

• Experience in the shipping industry or in a price reporting role is preferred, but not necessary

Attributes

• Demonstrable interest in global business and politics

• Self-motivated, able to use initiative and equipped with an inquisitive nature

• Ability to collaborate and work within a close-knit team is essential

What’s in it for you

Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognizes and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.

• Competitive salary and company bonus scheme

• Group pension scheme

• Group healthcare and life assurance scheme

• Hybrid working environment (three days in office)

• 25 days annual holiday with incremental increase up to 30 days

• Subsidised gym membership

• Season ticket travel loan

• Cycle to work scheme

• Flexible benefits platform (ability to buy additional medical cover, life assurance, dental cover, holiday, critical illness, travel insurance & health screening)

• Extensive internal and external training

For more details about the company and to apply please make sure you upload your CV and Cover Letter via our website: www.argusmedia.com/en/careers/open-positions

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