Reuters seeks economics editor in Singapore

Reuters is seeking a top-flight editor to drive the regional economics file from the fastest-growing region in the world.

The successful candidate for this high-profile role will be an idea generator, working with journalists across Asia to produce an economics file that stands out from that of competitors. He or she will strive for excellence, looking for smart angles and sharp context to show a global readership why they should care. Strong news judgment is a must and a sophisticated understanding of the subject is essential to make sure our coverage teases out the angles clients want and need to know about.

The chosen candidate should be an excellent writer and editor, able to lead and inspire a far-flung group of journalists to produce an agenda-setting file. Economics is a highly competitive and commoditized subject, so it is essential the Economics Editor can find new ways to tell this important story, whether focused on China’s mounting debt, Japan’s “Abenomics” phenomenon, or regional minnows such as Taiwan.

The Economics Editor, Asia, will report to the Asia Editor and will be a key member of a senior news team shaping the regional and global file, so the ideal candidate must be a driven newsroom leader with a proven ability to develop and execute strategy working closely with a wider team.

Skills:
– Proven excellence in writing, editing and team leadership
– Sophisticated understanding of domestic and international economics and policy
– Ability to hone in on the questions that financial professionals need answered
– Ideas generator to drive the file forward in original ways
– Diplomacy and influencing skills: the Editor must be able to lead a far-flung team or reporters and to work closely and well with peer

To apply, go here.