WSJ’s “Heard on the Street” seeks China columnist

“Heard on the Street” is looking for an energetic and ambitious columnist to join its Asia team. The position involves writing incisive commentary for all editions of the Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires and on WSJ.com.

Candidates should be deeply analytical and able to take a reported view on complex topics. The ability to work under tight deadlines and on a wide range of topics is critical, as is a high level of financial and economic literacy. The successful candidate needs to be comfortable building sources at the highest levels and should relish setting the agenda on corporate and financial stories. The successful candidate will have a front row seat for one of the most important news stories of the day. Asia’s rapid economic development has been staggering and its companies are among the most powerful in the world.

The Heard columnist must be able to write informed analysis of news and developments at Asian companies, and in the financial markets and the economy. The ideal candidate will have several years of experience as a reporter or columnist, or a background in finance with a strong writing ability. English fluency is essential. Reading and speaking Mandarin or other Asian languages would be an advantage.

The position is based in either Hong Kong or Beijing and reports to the Asia Editor for Heard on the Street based in Hong Kong.

To apply, go here.