Retail Correspondent
Retail Correspondent
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Job Description
Retail Correspondent
The Times is looking for a retail correspondent to work closely with our retail editor.
This is an exciting opportunity for a selfmotivated and ambitious financial journalist to provide informed and engaging news stories analysis and commentary on the retail sector.
The successful candidate will have a track record of delivering exclusives and the ability to pitch strong ideas for all sections of the paper across digital and print.
Apply with a covering letter and your CV by April 27.
Responsibilities
Support the retail editor with news features and commentary coverage of the retail industry.
Bring in regular exclusives and maintain excellent contacts in retail
Write in a distinctive and engaging way that meets the brief from the commissioning editor and to the required length
Be a selfstarter and pitch strong ideas for all sections across print and digital
Command respect and authority on retail. Able to communicate that knowledge effectively in print digital radio and television to The Times business and general news readers
Have a strong knowledge of social media and an ability to use it to increase our readership
Regularly pitch and contribute to digital packages that increase engagement and support subscriber growth
When required represent The Times on radio television and other media especially our internal stations.
Collaborate with production colleagues in design pictures and subediting on elements that enhance the stories you write
Skills and experience
Experience working as a reporter for a newspaper leading website or financial publication
Demonstrable interest in retail and business news
Experience in digital and a commitment to growing our digital audience
Knowledge and experience of SEO
Ability to use social media platforms to engage new audiences for The Times
Able to work autonomously and to strict deadlines
A strong understanding of editorial compliance and regulatory issues
If you believe you have the skills and passion to succeed even if you dont meet every requirement on the list we encourage you to apply. We value potential just as much as experience and are eager to hear from individuals who are enthusiastic about learning and growing with us.
We are News UK: One of the leading media businesses in the UK and Ireland. Our newsbrands include The Times The Sunday Times The Sun The Sun on Sunday and The TLS. Our national broadcast brands include talkSPORT Times Radio Talk and Virgin Radio UK and we have marketleading local radio stations across Ireland. Our worldfamous brands provide news analysis opinion and entertainment to almost 40 million people each month. Spanning print and pixel audio and video events and experiences our multiplatform brands are home to a plurality of opinion representing the diverse communities we serve. News UK is wholly owned by News Corp.
Life at News
Driven by passion guided by principles and acting with purpose. We represent reflect and reach the nation telling the stories that matter. We inform our audiences so that they can make decisions based on trusted information.
To do this we believe our employees must represent different backgrounds perspectives and experiences. We strive to maximise and encourage every individuals potential and ensure everyone feels valued. We support this through our Diversity Equity and Inclusion Strategy which focuses on three main priorities attracting talent from a wider more representative pool developing equity programmes to drive better representation in our leadership and ensuring diversity and inclusivity in our workforce as well as the journalism and content we produce. We also currently have 12 employee led networks and groups that support our strategy and connect like minded employees socially.
Benefits
Some of our benefits include:
Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
Wide range of training available plus full LinkedIn Learning access
Private medical insurance including coverage for preexisting conditions
Discounted gym memberships free ClassPass at Home weekly virtual yoga classes
Bikes for Work and Electric Car scheme
Up to 60 discount on Harper Collins books
Access to exclusive events and competitions with exciting brands such as talkSPORT Virgin Radio UK & The Times. Weekly virtual panel chats with top journalists and celebrities
Access to wellbeing benefits such as EAP physio/massage and counselling
A generous pension scheme with employer contributions of up to 5
30 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 4 volunteering days per year
We want to ensure that everyone has the opportunity to perform to their best when applying for a role. If you would like to receive any information in a different way or for us to do anything differently to support you apply for any of our roles please contact us on emailprotected.
Employment Type
Full-Time
