News Reporter - GRR
Department: Content Editorial & Research
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: London
Description
We are looking for a News Reporter to join Global Restructuring Review GRR in our London office.
GRR is a leading news service for everyone who works in restructuring or insolvency, especially with a cross‑border element. We’re trusted by our readership to tell them everything they should know about all that currently matters.
Our UK-based reporters work with colleagues in the US to capture the attention of a worldwide readership. You’ll be part of a talented team that creates a daily news alert, covering everything from situations of impending corporate distress to creditor‑on‑creditor ‘violence’ and contentious insolvency such as the Thames Water case in the UK, recently. By being part of GRR, you’ll have immediate access to some of the best in the business, as you work on on‑diary and off‑diary stories. Often what we write about is covered by the mainstream press – but not in a way that is truly satisfying to those for whom it’s their job. GRR fills that gap. You will report from UK courtrooms and legal conferences, the latter of which provides substantial opportunities for international travel.
This is a unique opportunity to develop as a reporter. You’ll cover a highly specialist pursuit that is more and more at the heart of all our lives, as readably and approachably as possible, all the while honing your skills in a challenging but collegiate environment.
GRR reporters carve out successful, rewarding careers at the company and elsewhere. Our journalists have plenty of opportunities to progress within the team and take on additional responsibility, often choosing to stay at the company for several years as they advance to senior correspondent and editor roles. When GRR reporters choose to move on, they are never short of options.
Why LBR?
An amazing market position, enviable growth, collaboration and wonderful people are just some of the reasons to further your career with Law Business Research. Our culture is shaped by our core values that promote equality, agility, and respect in everything we do.
Law Business Research has been selected as a winner for the 2024 Inspiring Workplaces Awards. We’re proud of our inclusive and inspiring culture here at LBR and we remain committed to creating a positive workplace for all our employees.
We are happy to share that we have partnered with Business Disability Forum to help us on our journey to becoming a more inclusive employer and achieving Level 2 Disability Confident Accreditation.
We also take our place in this world of ours very seriously and engage in a wide variety of charitable and community based initiatives. We work extensively with Swawou School in Sierra Leone, which we established to provide education for 120 girls, and on an ongoing basis we underwrite the school’s costs.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that all candidates are given the same opportunity to succeed regardless of their sex, gender identity/expression or reassignment, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age or disability.
Key Responsibilities
* Pitching and writing daily stories and analysis pieces
* Working with the other reporters to produce our daily round‑up briefing
* Covering enforcement agencies, court cases, conferences and other developments that shape the competition policy and enforcement landscape
* Building a network of sources in the UK and global legal competition community
* Take on a range of tasks in the newsroom, from high‑profile stories to nuts‑and‑bolts fact‑gathering and research for data‑led projects and regular surveys
Skills Knowledge and Expertise
* Degree in journalism or law and/or experience in legal reporting
* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
* A sharp eye for detail and the necessary curiosity to progress a story and find the best possible angle
* Self‑starter, confident in covering a specialist, technical beat
* Team‑oriented and collaborative outlook in newsrooms
* Ability to network, develop sources and ask the right questions
* Knowledge of antitrust law would be an advantage
Benefits
Our people are our most valuable asset, as such, we offer a wide range of benefits to help ensure that all are supported:
* Eye care
* Employee Assistance Programme
* A day off for your birthday
After 3 months employment:
* Pension (4% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution)
After 4 months employment:
* Life assurance
After probation:
* Cycle to work scheme
* Season ticket loan
* £350 annual wellbeing allowance to contribute to gym memberships or fitness classes
* Puregym access
* Perks at work platform access
After 1 year service:
* Private healthcare
Additional Perks:
* Company socials
* Access to Employee Affinity Networks
* Mentoring scheme
* Volunteering Day
* Mortgage Advice
* Work from anywhere (2 weeks)
* Generous parental leave
We are committed to making our organisation an inclusive, respectful & engaging place to work with a culture shaped by our core values that promote equality, collaboration & respect in everything we do. We are proud to be part of the Disability Confident Scheme, meaning we are committed to being inclusive and accessible, which starts with our application and recruitment process. If you do require any reasonable adjustments to be made, please let us know as part of our application page.
At Law Business Research, we believe in the power of growth and the importance of nurturing talent. We have learned that building the right team delivers extraordinary results.
Our fast‑paced journey to becoming a global technology‑driven information service provider has been built upon the values we hold close: rewarding excellence, providing meaningful work on our leading brands, and fostering an inclusive environment that is diverse, connected, and supportive.
By doing this, we have grown together and achieved global success. Join us and be a part of a journey where your contributions are valued, your impact is significant, and your growth is our priority.
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