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Reuters Breakingviews seeks a US columnist

Reuters are looking for a top-notch columnist to join our crack U.S. team. This is an opportunity to set the agenda on corporate finance, banking, markets, and policy in the world’s largest capital market.

Over more than two decades, Reuters Breakingviews has built an unrivalled reputation for delivering clear, punchy, and well-informed views for decision-makers around the world. As part of the global news organization, we combine access to high-level contacts with the highest standards of independence and accuracy.

The best Breakingviews columnists combine strong reporting skills with analytical rigour. You will have a sophisticated understanding of companies and financial markets, razor-sharp analytical skills, and the ability to slice through complex concepts to deliver lively and engaging arguments.

Though writing experience is a distinct advantage, it’s more important that you have deep curiosity about the inner workings of finance, a ready supply of original ideas, a high level of numeracy, and a desire to be the best at what you do.

About the Role

As U.S. Columnist for Reuters Breakingviews you will:

  • Research and write concise, punchy, and original views on business and finance which set the agenda for our global subscribers.
  • Develop and maintain contacts with senior executives, financiers, and policymakers.
  • Combine quick, authoritative takes on breaking news with original and deeply researched columns on the biggest topics.
  • Project your ideas in a variety of ways, including through arresting graphics, Breakingviews podcasts, videos, and participating in live events.
  • Work with our global team of columnists and editors to explore topical ideas and illuminate cross-border themes.

About You

As U.S. Columnist for Reuters Breakingviews you are likely to have:

  • A firm understanding of how companies and financial markets work, and a grasp of the basic concepts of corporate finance.
  • The ability to formulate strong, well-argued opinions under tight deadlines.
  • A base of high-level contacts among corporate executives, bankers, investors, and policymakers, and a talent for developing sources.
  • Experience of presenting your views to a sophisticated financial audience.
  • The highest standards of accuracy, editorial integrity, and professionalism.
  • Corporate finance knowledge with a focus on venture capital, tech, IPOs, and private funding a plus.

Please Note: Applications must be submitted by 23:59 Sunday 14th July 2024. Early applications are encouraged.

To apply, go here.

Chris Roush

Chris Roush was the dean of the School of Communications at Quinnipiac University in Hamden, Connecticut. He was previously Walter E. Hussman Sr. Distinguished Professor in business journalism at UNC-Chapel Hill. He is a former business journalist for Bloomberg News, Businessweek, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution, The Tampa Tribune and the Sarasota Herald-Tribune. He is the author of the leading business reporting textbook "Show me the Money: Writing Business and Economics Stories for Mass Communication" and "Thinking Things Over," a biography of former Wall Street Journal editor Vermont Royster.

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