Junior Reporter London, England
Job description
Lloyd's List Intelligence, delivers news, intelligence and analysis on the global maritime industry enabling our clients to effectively navigate the market, identify trends and help them make effective business decisions. Our mission is to provide a valuable advantage across 6 key industries within the Maritime sector. From news and insight, vessel tracking and casualties; Lloyd’s List & Lloyd’s List Intelligence remains the most trusted intelligence source in global Maritime space, as it has been since 1734.
Insurance Day, part of Lloyd's List Intelligence, is a leading provider of information, analysis and knowledge for business decision makers in the international re/insurance community. Our subject matter is varied, ranging from corporate developments, regulation, investment issues, catastrophes and technology, as well as insurance business lines, such as aviation, energy and marine.
Insurance Day has an exciting opportunity for a Junior Reporter working in the editorial and content team of 3 which is growing.
This is a full-time permanent role and will report to the Deputy Editor, Insurance Day. This role is balanced working model between home and our modern and centrally located UK office on London’s Southbank, with an excellent and a wide variety of services and transport links situated nearby.
Key Responsibilities:
- Researching and writing insightful news and analysis for the digital platform
- Writing in-depth features and interviews with KOP (key opinion leaders) and industry experts
- Generating story leads and building industry contacts
- Travelling to international industry events
- Contributing to the development of our social media presence and multimedia platform
- Appearing in video content and podcasts
What we are looking for:
Essential
- A degree with a qualification in Journalism, English, Creative Writing or similar
- Proven work experience or internship writing B2B news
- Proficiency in MS office suite including MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and MS Excel
- Proficiency in written and verbal English
- Self-starter, with ability to learn quickly on the job and understand the wider issues of the industry
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise on a daily basis
- Team player who works collaboratively and brings positive energy to motivate cross-functional teams across the organisation.
Desirable
- Strong editorial skills, able to write clean copy to tight deadlines
- Proficiency in content management systems such as Sitecore or similar
- Previous experience interviewing KOLs
- Previous experience in video content
- Proven experience in podcasting or blogging
- Experience in reporting for the insurance or financial services sector is desirable
Our Promise to You – Company Benefits
- 25 Days Holiday rising to 27 after 2 years’ service and a day off for your birthday
- Work anywhere policy (up to 4 weeks per year, subject to approval)
- Life Assurance for 4 x Salary
- Company pension scheme: employee contribution of 5% basic salary, matched by an employer contribution of 5%
- Up to 4 Days Paid Volunteering
- Healthy Lifestyle Subsidy up to £250
- Enhanced Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity, Shared Parental Leave)
- Flexible benefits including Private Healthcare Plan and Dental Insurance
We know that sometimes the 'perfect candidate' doesn't exist, and that people can be put off applying for a job if they don't fit all the requirements. If you're excited about working for us and have most, but not all of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need!
We believe strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.
Please let us know of any adjustments we need to make for you to show us your best self.
