Location
London
Hours
Full Time, with flexibility around working hours when required by the news agenda
Salary
Negotiable
About the Role
The Financial Times is a globally recognised news organisation known for its authority, integrity and accuracy. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. As a Reporter for Sustainable Views, a leading business-to-business publication, you will cover sustainability rules, regulations and the evolving geopolitical landscape shaping environmental, social and governance policy. This role offers the chance to join a growing editorial team focused on one of the most dynamic areas in business journalism.
You will produce timely news, insightful analysis and interviews that help readers understand sustainability regulation developments, their implementation and implications for businesses and markets. Beyond written journalism, you will contribute to Sustainable Views’ podcast, social media and wider audio-visual content, helping to engage existing and new audiences.
Key responsibilities include working closely with the editor and team to produce accurate and engaging stories, reporting on sustainability regulation and policy, building a strong network of contacts, contributing to the podcast, developing innovative media content, attending relevant events, supporting editing tasks, and contributing flexibly to other editorial priorities as required.
Experience
At least one year of reporting experience in a fast-paced newsroom or comparable editorial environment.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with editors and colleagues.
Some understanding of sustainable finance and market-based approaches to climate change.
Familiarity with UK and EU sustainability policymaking, including clean energy, climate change, sustainable finance and human rights.
Strong ability to produce clear, accurate and high-quality written journalism.
Ability to manage multiple stories or projects concurrently and meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence in conducting interviews and developing sources.
Flexibility around working hours as required by the news agenda.
About you
Enthusiastic about sustainability and business journalism.
Interest in audio, video and social media as tools to extend the reach and impact of journalism.
Confident in using data to uncover stories and provide additional insight.
Open to innovation and the use of technology, including appropriate use of AI tools to support data analysis.
Qualifications
A degree or equivalent experience in journalism, data journalism or a related field is desirable.
Good numeracy skills and confidence interpreting data.
Experience using AI tools such as ChatGPT appropriately is a plus.
