At a Glance
- Tasks: Write breaking news and insights in energy trading and international energy policy.
- Company: Join Dow Jones, a leader in financial information and news services.
- Benefits: Enjoy comprehensive insurance plans, paid time off, and employee well-being support.
- Other info: This is a hybrid role within the Dow Jones Energy business area.
- Why this job: Focus on markets West of Suez and collaborate with a dynamic newsroom team.
- Qualifications: Demonstrable journalism experience with a strong portfolio in energy news.
The predicted salary is between 35000 - 45000 £ per year.
We are seeking an experienced editor/journalist with an established track record of breaking news and insights across a range of energy and commodity sectors, from OPEC and the IEA, to supply/demand fundamentals and the major global energy trading companies. Your focus initially will be on markets West of Suez.
You Will
- Write and research: Originate and author breaking news and insights in the energy sector with a focus on energy trading, international energy policy and the intersection of geopolitics and commodities.
- Data Analysis: Source and work comfortably with a wide range of data sets and report-based information across energy and commodities.
- Visual storytelling: Record short‑form reels in video format explaining key thematic energy issues and stories.
- Collaboration: Work closely with editors, writers, and price reporters to weave Dow Jones Energy price assessments and benchmarks into news reports. We strongly value teamwork, so the ability to collaborate easily with other newsroom members is essential.
You Have
- Experience: Demonstrable experience in journalism working in a newsroom.
- Portfolio: A strong portfolio of breaking energy news and insights, including exclusive interviews with newsmakers in the energy space.
- Technical Skills: Writing and editing, data analysis and the ability to break news through data, source development, strong understanding of physical energy, commodity markets and energy trading, multi‑media storytelling skills, comfort working in NewsPress content management systems, some data journalism skills and a capability to search and identify new data sets and trends.
- Soft Skills: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with being highly organized and detail‑oriented. Able to work with the head of news, a data‑visualisation team and a bench of price reporters to collaborate on stories and visual content.
Our Benefits
- Comprehensive Insurance Plans
- Paid Time Off
- Family Care Benefits
- Access to Dow Jones Products
- Subscription Discounts
- Employee Referral Program
- Employee Well‑being Support & Fitness Programs
- Financial Health Programs
- Cybersecurity Protection
Energy Journalist employer: Dow Jones & Company, Inc.
Dow Jones offers a supportive environment with comprehensive insurance plans and fitness programs. Located in a hybrid work setting, the team values collaboration and innovation in energy journalism. Join a mission-driven company that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth.
Contact Details:
Dow Jones & Company, Inc. Recruitment Team
