AP seeks financial markets/investing reporter

The Associated Press seeks a reporter for the business news department’s financial markets team at its New York headquarters.

This position has a broad mandate: explaining the financial markets and investing to readers in daily coverage and through high-level enterprise stories. The successful candidate must be a critical thinker and be well-sourced among investors, traders and other Wall Street experts. The candidate must identify market trends and write authoritative stories with flair and clarity. The candidate must be an idea machine; somebody who sees stories where others see fog.

The candidate will contribute to the AP’s Money & Markets product. If qualified, the candidate will have an opportunity to write AP’s popular “Of Mutual Interest” column, which reports on news and trends about mutual funds.

The right candidate will have a deep knowledge of markets and finance and a demonstrated talent for writing clear and compelling stories with rigorous, thought-provoking analysis. The candidate will have a proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment. We’re looking for someone who isn’t satisfied to simply inform. The candidate’s writing must sparkle and appeal to all readers. The ideal candidate will be highly organized with the ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines with a demonstrated focus on detail and accuracy.  Effective interpersonal skills and solid news judgment are critical. The successful candidate must be a self-starter and team player. At least three years of experience in markets writing is required. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent-level experience.

Advanced-level professional competency in written and spoken English language is required. Authorization to work in the United States for any employer is mandatory.

To apply, go here.  For more information, contact Brad Foss at bfoss@ap.org