Infopro Digital is global digital information, research and events business serving the global risk, financial technology and insurance markets. It's home to a series of market-leading busines-to-business media branks including Risk.net, Central Banking, and WatersTechnology.

Our content is read by business heads, traders, risk managers and compliance and operations professionals at major financial firms, and by regulators and policy makers worldwide.

Infopro Digital is seeking a journalist to join its expanding data team. The successful candidate will develop and produce content for both Risk Quantum, Risk.net's data-driven news and analysis section, and The Central Banking Benchmarking Service, a new service that provides expert commentary, interactive charting and analyst access across 12 core areas of central banking.

“The role will be based in either London or New York.”

Requirements

The ideal candidate will have good knowledge of financial markets and the ability to spot interesting stories in data, as well as some familiarity with charting tools such as Infogram, as well as Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets and other data management packages. Promising candidates without a finance background will be considered.

Duties and responsibilities include:

• Produce daily articles using data published in multiple structured and unstructured formats on central banks, commercial banks, insurers, funds and derivatives markets
• Produce accurate, well-researched copy in house style
• Produce data visualisations and infographics that capture the essence of each article
• Stay up-to-date with the latest developments in financial products, markets and central banks
• Work closely with team members and support the wider editorial staff on their projects
• Contribute to identifying new data sources and developing new coverage areas
• Be punctual, organised and professional in all aspects of the role
• Adhere to the highest standards of journalistic ethics and integrity

The candidate:

• Knowledge of the banking sector and financial markets
• Ability to produce high-impact stories using data-driven tools
• Demonstrated experience using tools such as spreadsheets for acquiring and analysing data
• Ability to extract information from structured and unstructured data in public filings, regulatory reports, industry papers and transcriptions
• Ability to produce accurate, engaging and analytical copy to a high-quality standard and in accordance with house style
• Fluent written and spoken English is imperative
• High level of organisation, time management and attention to detail
• Willingness to take full ownership of editorial beat
• Able to act as an ambassador for the company and its publications, maintaining high standards of integrity and ethics
• A team player inclined to work towards group objectives

Benefits

As well as working with the most interesting, talented and fun people, we operate a culture where success is recognized. You will be supported throughout your career, tailoring your development through management support, internal and external training courses, and on the job training.

In addition to a competitive salary we offer the following benefits:

• 20 Vacation Days (rising up to 25 days)
• 5 Sick Days
• Life Insurance
• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401k Plan Plus Match
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Short-term and Long-term Disability
• TransitChek Commuter Tax-free Benefits
• Discounted Gym Membership
• Bonusly Employee Recognition
• Employee Discount Schemes
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Working
• Additional Life Insurance
• Onsite Doctor & Nutritionist
• Add Partner to Gym Membership
• Employee Referral Scheme

We also run The Foundation which supports a number of charities. Staff can volunteer to contribute their skills and expertise to make a meaningful difference to the lives of others.

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