Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and delivering analysis of financial markets and big business, from real-time coverage to deeply reported features. We are known for speed, accuracy and journalism that investors can use.
The Philippines is one of Southeast Asia’s most important markets, with a fast-growing economy, rising geopolitical significance and a dynamic political landscape. These forces create opportunities for distinctive, market-moving journalism that resonates with a global audience.
We’re seeking a dynamic and decisive Bureau Chief to lead our Bloomberg’s Philippines coverage from Manila, setting the editorial agenda and overseeing reporting across politics, economics, markets and companies. From political developments and corporate news to geopolitical tensions in the South China Sea, you will ensure Bloomberg delivers fast, authoritative coverage that helps global readers and investors understand the forces shaping the country.
You will foster a culture of competitive, source-driven reporting by building and maintaining senior-level relationships across government, business and civil society, while helping reporters strengthen their own sourcing and deliver exclusives. Beyond breaking news, you will encourage ambitious enterprise and analytical reporting that uncovers underappreciated trends and provides deeper insight into the country.
Bloomberg is a highly collaborative newsroom, and you will work closely with colleagues across Asia and around the world on major stories. This role is suited to an experienced journalist or editor who combines strong news judgment with leadership skills, thrives in a fast-moving environment and is committed to developing talent while upholding Bloomberg’s standards for speed, accuracy and clarity.
We’ll trust you to:
Lead and inspire a team of reporters and set clear editorial direction
Make fast, decisive calls during breaking news situations
Champion Philippines coverage within the global newsroom
Break news and drive a culture of competitive, source-led reporting
Build and deepen high-level sources across business and politics
Ensure fast, accurate and authoritative coverage under pressure
Elevate story ideas into impactful enterprise and analysis
Collaborate across regions and teams to deliver global coverage
Uphold Bloomberg’s standards for speed, accuracy and clarity
You’ll need to have:
At least 5 years of business reporting experience, with leadership or mentoring responsibilities preferred
A strong track record of delivering agenda-setting journalism
Proven ability to guide coverage and make sound editorial decisions under pressure
Fluency in both spoken and written English
Good understanding of the Philippines’ business, political and economic landscape
Strong news instincts and the confidence to take decisive action
Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization
A collaborative mindset and commitment to developing others
To apply, go here.
