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POLITICO SPRL
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London, Greater London
POLITICO, Trade Reporter (London)
Overview
POLITICO is looking for an ambitious trade reporter to join its London team. We provide non-partisan, distinctive journalism for policy and political professionals in Westminster and internationally. We are excited about the opportunity to expand trade coverage as the U.K. develops an independent trade policy, working alongside colleagues in Brussels, Berlin, Paris and Washington. This reporter will join a growing team in the U.K. that is committed to finding innovative ways to win our audience’s attention. The role would suit a scoop-hungry, energetic journalist who relishes technical detail, is alive to the politics underpinning policy decisions and is looking to stand out. Responsibilities include Anchor a new trade policy subscription service, including a morning newsletter Develop scoops and original story ideas, both for the subscription service and for Politico’s free website Cover UK trade negotiations and the work of the Department for International Trade/other government departments in formulating UK trade policy Cover the implications of trade policy decisions for key sectors and lobbying efforts by industry Be the face of Politico’s trade expertise at events and om broadcast media The ideal candidate ? Politics obsessive — demonstrable interest in Westminster politics and policy Strong track record of breaking news Strong attention to detail and unafraid of digging into policy coverage in some depth Pre-existing knowledge of trade desirable, though not essential Relevant network of contacts, though not necessarily prior experience as a Westminster lobby correspondent Comfortable working at speed and developing longer-term projects Self-starter with a willingness to work somewhat flexibly Additional Application Instructions If you are interested in this opportunity, please click ' APPLY NOW ' to send a cover letter, CV and writing samples. Please note that we will only consider complete applications (cover letter, CV and writing samples in English).