Reporter, Citywire Switzerland
We are looking for an ambitious Reporter to join our Citywire Switzerland editorial team. This role is perfect for a journalist who thrives on tight deadlines and wants to make a mark in the world of wealth management and private banking.
You will be responsible for producing timely, relevant, and eye-catching news for our sophisticated audience of wealth managers and fund selectors. While based in London, your primary focus will be on the Swiss market, contributing high-quality copy to our Swiss digital publications and website.
What you’ll be doing:
* Write breaking news stories, compelling features, and in-depth articles for Citywire Switzerland's digital publications.
* Cover a wide range of financial topics, including independent asset managers, portfolio managers, fund management units, and banks.
* Build and maintain a strong network of industry contacts within the Swiss financial community.
* Actively contribute fresh ideas for the digital publications and the website.
* Create and contribute to video, both in the Citywire Studio and on location.
* Participate in Citywire Switzerland's reader events and attend other industry gatherings.
* Produce content that engages the Swiss financial audience, while working to Citywire’s editorial standards.
* Stay informed about financial markets, the economy, and emerging trends to provide timely, insightful reporting.
What we’re looking for:
* Journalistic Experience: Proven experience writing news stories and features, ideally with a financial focus.
* News Sense: Strong instinct for finding and reporting the biggest financial stories.
* Financial Interest: Passion for financial markets and the economy, or a willingness to learn.
* Travel: Willingness to travel regularly to meet with financial professionals in Switzerland.
* Language Skills: Proficiency in German and/or French is preferred.
Meet Citywire
We cover - and connect - all sides of the $100 trillion global asset management industry - through our news, events and insights.
At Citywire, we uphold a culture rooted in honesty, integrity, and fairness, where every voice is valued and heard. Our culture promotes constructive dialogue and collaboration on a global scale.
Join the team at the forefront of the global asset management industry.
Our perks:
* Generous holiday entitlement: Start with 25 days per annum, increasing to 28 days after three years' service, and 30 days after five years' service, in addition to bank holidays.
* Flexible working options.
* Annual allowance for well-being activities or gym memberships, with assistance available for monthly or annual costs.
* Eye-test and glasses allowance.
* Competitive private pension scheme.
* Critical illness cover and group life assurance from day one of employment.
* Well-being support: Access to an independent Employee Assistance Programme, available 24/7.
* Cycle to work scheme and annual travel card loans.
* Techscheme: Purchase the latest tech through our employer scheme, spreading the cost over 12 months with National Insurance savings.
* After two years of continuous service, access group income protection, private medical, and dental insurance.
Citywire is an equal opportunities employer.