Company Description
The Australian Financial Review is the nation's premier business and politics publication, renowned for its incisive, independent and agenda-setting journalism. The Financial Review believes an innovative and entrepreneurial business community is critical to Australia’s future prosperity in an increasingly connected world. Our focus is Australia but our mindset is global; we are as committed to covering the corporate and political stories that will shape the new economy as we are to reporting on the establishment. We believe that it is important for our newsroom to celebrate success and scrutinise misconduct. Financial Review readers want to make up their own minds which means our editorial mission is to be impartial, informative and accountable. The Financial Review is home to Australia's top journalists, all of whom work tirelessly to produce trusted, timely and engaging content with a focus on digital audiences and contemporary forms of storytelling.
Job Description
The Australian Financial Review is seeking a creative, clever and well-connected reporter to deliver high-quality stories about work and careers.
Work and careers is one of the most well-read sections of the Financial Review, given the ongoing interest in topics such as hybrid/flexible work and career development. The role is an exciting opportunity for a self-starter who is genuinely curious about the subject matter, enjoys talking to a wide variety of people and is keen to work for one of Australia’s most prestigious mastheads.
The successful applicant will ideally have broad knowledge of the key issues facing Australian workplaces and the latest trends affecting career progression across different business sectors. You'll be expected to quickly build a solid understanding of workplace culture and the major trends and influences affecting Australian companies.
The reporter will have experience in news writing, preferably for digital platforms, and will be expected to find engaging case studies, pitch ideas regularly, write analysis and features, and deliver interviews with key players.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver stories for digital and print, including for the BOSS leadership section
- Generate unique story ideas to engage and inform the AFR audience.
- Work ethically and maintain high standards of independence, accuracy and quality.
- Write articles which offer context and analysis of major news or issues, as required.
- Be proactive about the visual presentation of stories, including by commissioning accompanying photography and graphics.
- Maintain and expand a network of reliable, authoritative contacts.
Qualifications
- Experience as a reporter or writer, ideally in a major news organisation
- Working knowledge or interest in the issues affecting Australian workplaces and professional career advice.
- Solid editorial judgement – from nailing an angle to pitching stories.
- A passion for news and current affairs, business and economics.
- Excellent organisation and time management skills, including an ability to meet strict deadlines.
- Experience in digital article production – including writing headlines and write-offs, image selection and search engine optimisation – or a willingness to learn.
- An ability to deliver sophisticated analysis of major news and issues would be a plus
Additional Information
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
We're committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine. From day one, you'll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives. Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.
Work rights: Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia
