Reuters News is looking for an experienced and ambitious U.S. Corporate Regulation Reporter (Level 1 Journalist) based in Washington, DC.
The successful candidate will break news Elon Musk’s new DOGE office and on the new President’s tech policy priorities with a focus on Big Tech and AI. Our readers want to know more about DOGE’s mandate to advise on streamlining the US government, regulations and the federal budget. What actions will be recommended? Who will influence the process and how successful will DOGE be? This position will also cover new AI policy and any efforts to change Section 230. When done right, and quickly, these are top reads among Reuters LSEG clients and on Reuters.com, especially when we break news.
The ideal reporter will be able to build sources within the tech policy community, within DOGE and among the corporate lobbyists whose companies are pressing the new administration for regulatory changes that could boost their businesses.
The position requires strong writing and an ability to quickly explain technical concepts with clean copy. It also entails some trial coverage and occasional work on Capitol Hill to cover hearings. The position will emphasize the interactions companies have with the administration and lawmakers, and how corporate power and money help determine legislative outcomes. The right candidate will work well with a team of reporters in Washington focused on corporate accountability, regulation and enforcement.
About the Role
As our U.S. Corporate Regulation Reporter (Level 1 Journalist), you will:
- Develop a diverse range of sources that lead to scoops
- Break exclusive news that rivals must follow
- Lead and/or reinforce coverage of major news
- Report aggressively to hold companies, lobbyists and regulators accountable
- Write deeply-reported stories with detailed context on tech policy
- Demonstrate beat expertise and dominance
- Work with a global team of experienced reporters and editors writing about regulations across the United States, Europe and Asia
About You
You’re a fit for the role of U.S Corporate Regulation Reporter (Level 1 Journalist) if your background includes:
- At least five years of journalism experience.
- The ability to write quickly and accurately under deadline pressure.
- Comfort with and aptitude for writing about technology topics and legal proceedings
- Strong inter-personal skills and the ability to work closely with a variety of collaborators.
- A track record on antitrust or tech policy beats and an existing source network are desirable.
- Outstanding written English is essential.
