Economics Writer, Investors' Chronicle

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The Investors’ Chronicle is looking for an economics writer.

Role overview

As the IC’s economics writer, you will be responsible for describing and explaining economic developments to our audience of investors, why they matter and how they impact different sectors and asset classes. You will cover and report on macroeconomics, behavioural finance and all aspects of economics (including but not limited to central bank and monetary policy) that are relevant to private investors across a wide range of asset classes – mostly equities but also commodities, currencies and bonds. You will be expected to keep up with new academic research and to report on past and present papers that are pertinent to our audience, and ensure that our economics content is timely, engaging, useful, high quality and cements our position as an indispensable source of information for investors. You will be required to contribute to our Portfolio Clinic from time to time, and also to our podcasts and investor events.

You will work closely with different editors including the news, engagement and features editors.

What is required (essential)

A strong background in economics (minimum degree level). Knowledge of macroeconomics, financial economics, investing and stock markets. 

An interest in reading the latest academic research and conveying it in a way that helps readers manage their portfolios more effectively.

An ability to help interpret and explain how economic events affect markets in a way that allows investors to make better informed decisions.

An ability to use statistics and create charts that help to bring stories to life

You should be comfortable with expressing an opinion, and interested in developing relationships with experts across the industry as a source of ideas and quotes

Desired skills

An ability to work to deadlines and a willingness to be flexible enough to fit into a digital-first publishing environment. 

Experience of podcast and video

The willingness to work as part of a team and to mentor/advise less experienced colleagues

What’s in it for you? Our Benefits

Our benefits vary depending on location, but we are committed to providing best in class perks across all our offices as well as an inclusive environment to develop your career. Examples of our benefits include; generous annual leave allowances, flexible working (including working from home), medical cover, enhanced maternity & paternity packages, subsidised gym memberships and Giving Back opportunities. Full details of our benefits can be found here.

Further Information

The FT is committed to providing an inclusive working environment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best talent regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We also promote flexible working and will consider specific requests around flexibility for all roles where it can be accommodated. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any questions, [email protected] and a member of our team will be happy to help.

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