With Intelligence (part of S&P Global), is seeking a sharp, reliable and business-savvy journalist based in Sofia to join our international news team covering mergers and acquisitions (M&A) on our established brand - The Deal. The writer will be responsible for summarizing press releases, market rumors, and other relevant news around dealmaking activity, helping support a U.S.-based editor and broader newsroom. This is a high-volume, deadline-driven role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee the production and authoring of 5–10 short news summaries per day (typically 200–300 words each) focused on M&A announcements, deal rumors, press releases, earnings calls, and related market developments.
- Monitor press wires, business media, regulatory filings, and other aggregated sources for relevant items.
- Communicate with U.S.-based editors and reporters to coordinate coverage priorities.
- Engage with external sources by email and phone to verify information or request clarification.
- Create and maintain structured data records based on editorial content to support the datafication of news coverage.
- Ensure accuracy, speed, and clarity in all published content and associated data entries.
Requirements
- Fluency in English with strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent English comprehension, including the ability to quickly interpret and summarize complex information from press releases, filings, and news reports.
- Exceptional writing proficiency, including grammar, clarity, style, and journalistic tone.
- Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, English, or a related field.
- Prior experience in news writing, preferably in business or financial journalism.
- General understanding of financial markets and key M&A terminology.
- Strong time management skills and ability to work independently while meeting tight deadlines.
- Applicants must have existing authorization to work in Bulgaria; The Deal, by With Intelligence, will not provide visa sponsorship or work permit assistance for this role.
- Prior experience in news writing, preferably in business or financial journalism, a plus.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in a newsroom environment or writing for a live news desk.
- Experience writing in a professional editorial or content production setting.
- Familiarity with structured data entry or editorial tagging systems.
- Experience using press release distribution platforms, regulatory databases (e.g. EDGAR), or financial data tools.
- Understanding of how editorial content can support data products and structured intelligence.
- Willingness to work U.S. Eastern Time hours: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM ET / 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM EET.
- You have experience collaborating with international teams and are comfortable working across multiple time zones and digital communication platforms.
Benefits
Why Join Us:
- Work with a respected global newsroom and gain exposure to high-level dealmaking news.
- Play a hands-on role in the intersection of journalism and data.
- Competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement.
- Annual Leave
- 22 days per calendar year (and all local bank holidays)
- An additional day off for your birthday
- Wellness and Care Leave
- Volunteer Day
- Charity Matching Days matches charity sponsorships
- Hybrid Working 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home
- Multisport Card 50% contribution from the employer, 50% from employee
- State Benefits
- Pension & health provision
- Family-friendly policy
- Office Facilities
- Contemporary office space
- Free Onsite gym
- Address: 51, "Cherni vrah" Blvd, 1407 Sofia, WorkBetter Coworking space
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
- Refer a Friend referral scheme
Skills Required
- Fluency in English with strong verbal and written communication skills
- Bachelor's degree in Journalism, English, or a related field
- Prior experience in news writing, preferably in business or financial journalism
- General understanding of financial markets and key M&A terminology
- Strong time management skills and ability to work independently
- Existing authorization to work in Bulgaria
What We Do
With Intelligence provides the insight-enriched, exclusive data you need to power smarter asset raising, capital allocation and deal origination. We have been at the heart of the alternatives and private markets since 1998 and have an unparalleled network. Our data is unique, ahead-of-the-market and sourced directly from allocators and fund managers. It’s enriched with expert intelligence and actionable, forward-looking insights. And it gives you the breadth and depth on your markets, from big market trends and competitor activity, to the detail on specific companies, funds and investors. It’s designed to give you a critical advantage. And it’s only available here. Get the advantage in alternatives, With Intelligence
