News reporter London
Job description
Description News reporter (GIR) We are looking for a News Reporter to join Global Investigations Review (GIR) in our London office. GIR is a world-leading news source for cross-border government investigations and internal investigations, covering corruption, fraud, sanctions and other white-collar crime, with subscribers in government, the legal industry and the wider business community on six continents. GIR has journalists in London, Washington, DC, and New York. GIR’s London-based journalists contribute to two regular news emails: a daily briefing covering general news and analysis on international corporate investigations, and a weekly specialised briefing covering international sanctions investigations and enforcement. We regularly cover activity by and developments at relevant US and UK agencies, such as the Department of Justice and the US Treasury Department, the UK’s Serious Fraud Office and the Financial Conduct Authority, as well as those further afield – including white-collar prosecutors in Switzerland, France, and Brazil. This is a unique opportunity to develop as a journalist in the UK capital; to build a strong network of sources in the legal community across the globe; and to produce original news, features and analysis. Key Responsibilities Covering enforcement agencies, court cases, conferences, law firms and political developments that shape the white-collar crime policy and enforcement landscape Building a network in the UK and global legal white-collar crime community. Pitching and writing regular news stories as well as engaging features relevant to the publication You would also be expected to take on a range of tasks in the newsroom, from high-profile cover stories to nuts-and-bolts fact gathering and research for data-led projects and regular surveys. Skills Knowledge and Expertise Degree in Journalism, Communications or Law, or equivalent work experience Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to find sharp angles in stories Self-starter, confident in covering this critical and growing area of law and business Team-oriented and collaborative outlook in newsrooms Fluency in a second language would be an advantage Benefits Our people are our most valuable asset, as such, we offer a wide range of benefits to help ensure that all are supported: Start of employment: Eye Care Employee Assistance Programme A day off for your birthday After 3 months employment: Pension (4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution) Cycle to Work scheme Season ticket loan £350 annual wellbeing allowance to contribute to gym membership & fitness classes After 4 months and 1 year's service: Life assurance after 4 months Private healthcare after 1 years’ service Additional Perks: Company socials e.g., Christmas and Summer parties Access to Employee Affinity Networks Mentoring scheme Volunteering Day Mortgage Advice About Law Business Research Please visit our website for more information.
