Freelance Writer, Ignites Asia

About Us
Ignites Asia, a Financial Times service, is a daily online news publication providing in-depth and timely coverage of Asia’s asset management industry. Ignites Asia is the most in-depth and trusted fund industry news source for the Asia Pacific region. Ignites Asia’s coverage includes retail, high-net-worth and institutional investors; asset management companies and service providers; regulatory developments; fund flows; industry trends and much more.

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace

At the FT, we aim for employees across all regions to have a voice so that diverse perspectives are heard and valued. We believe that a supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves at work and have the flexibility they need to meet their personal needs. We'll continue to remove barriers for all, and in particular barriers facing employees from underrepresented groups.

Role Overview
We are looking for a Freelance Writer (based in the Asia Pacific region). You will report directly to the Managing Editor and be responsible for sourcing and writing high- quality articles focused on different markets across Asia’s asset management industry.

This is a unique opportunity to play an important role in a successful online news service backed by the experience and resources of the Financial Times and Money-Media. This is also an opportunity to focus on news journalism for sophisticated decision-makers, as well as work within a positive and collaborative team environment.

Job Purpose

• To be responsible for covering the asset management industry in Asia.
• To perform the duties required of a Freelance Writer. 

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Proactively cover the asset management industry for certain Asian markets as assigned.
• Producing multiple, timely, well-written news stories to tight deadlines, covering multiple markets in the region.
• Report to the Ignites Asia Managing Editor. 
• Develop a strong knowledge of the regional and global asset management industry.
• Be able to work proactively, independently and take responsibility for assigned tasks.
• Work closely with the Ignites Asia Managing Editor and reporters in the editorial team. 

Qualifications / Competencies / Skills / Experience

• Experienced in covering the asset management industry and/or financial markets in Asia. 
• Proven ability to meet daily deadlines. 
• Ability to work well under pressure.
• Willingness and ability to work flexible hours including some evenings, early mornings or weekends.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing demands of the job, varying day-to-day tasks and changing editorial requirements of Ignites Asia.
• Ability to work independently, while at the same time must be able to take guidance, suggestions, constructive criticism from the Managing Editor and the rest of the Ignites Asia editorial team.
• Strong interest in finance, investment and assets management and ability spot the angles, stories and connections behind the news that really matter.
• Competence in computer/technology skills required to perform assigned tasks.
• Must be bright, self-motivated, enthusiastic, hard-working, responsible, organized and a team player. 
• Excellent command of oral and written English.
• Language skills (other than English) are an advantage.

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 have implemented a hybrid working model and 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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