Salary: £44,100 to £49,000 depending on experience
Contract: 12 months FTC
Location: London (hybrid, two days a week in office)
Reporting to: Big Tech Editor
Apply to be our AI reporter
The Bureau of Investigative Journalism is seeking a talented AI reporter to join our growing Big Tech team. We’re looking for someone who can uncover the human impacts of AI. This is a wonderful opportunity to have the time and breathing space to expose wrongdoing and injustice in this field.
About the role
We’re looking for a compelling storyteller who understands artificial intelligence and can demonstrate a track record of breaking stories with human voices at their heart.
The ideal candidate will have experience in either investigative journalism, AI reporting or both. We want you to help us build an audience around our tech work, whether that’s through our website, newsletter or YouTube channel.
Desired skills and experience:
* Demonstrable knowledge of the tech sector and AI
* Experience leading complex journalistic projects and delivering accurate stories within an agreed timescale and scope
* A track record of landing agenda-setting stories and investigations
* Diverse contacts in the field of tech/AI
* Excellent written skills, having published news stories, explainers and longer form stories.
* The ability to communicate via social media, in particular to be happy to make short-form summaries of your investigations for YouTube, TikTok and Instagram
* A solid understanding of media law and journalistic ethics, including source protection
* Confidence in making decisions in consultation with editors and other colleagues
* An approach that encompasses teamwork and collaboration
* Ability and desire to support team members in their investigations
Additional desirable experience and skills for this role might include:
* Broadcast and/or public speaking experience
You don’t need to tick every box in this ad – we are committed to hiring people with potential. If you feel like you lack some specific experience but have the necessary drive and passion, please don’t be deterred from applying.
You’ll be a good fit if:
* You are passionate about the Bureau’s work and values, and are driven to get the best out of people
* You have significant experience in reporting and/or managing investigations – formulating ideas, following leads, handling evidence, developing contacts and protecting vulnerable sources
* You consider how diversity and equity issues are relevant to global reporting projects
* You can manage day-to-day priorities alongside longer-term strategic ones
* You are a collaborative, communicative and solution-focused leader
* You believe journalism can make a difference and that media organisations should take an active role in ensuring their work sparks change
* You are willing to take creative risks
* You have a good understanding of media law and journalism ethics
* You understand the value of public-interest journalism
About TBIJ
TBIJ is the UK’s largest independent investigative journalism organisation. We exist to inform the public about the realities of power in today’s world. Our investigations expose systemic wrongs, challenge misinformation and spark change. With no corporate or political agenda, we bring to light serious issues affecting individuals and communities in the UK and around the world. We work strategically and collaboratively to maximise the impact of our reporting and share our findings openly with local, national and international media outlets to reach as many people as possible.
Benefits - what we offer
* 25 days annual leave
* Option to work a nine-day fortnight - (by reduction in annual leave)
* Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
* EAP - Employee assistance programme
* Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after 12 months’ service)
* Learning and development opportunities
* Cycle to work scheme
To Apply
Please email an up-to-date CV and covering letter to bigtechjob@tbij.com. You must have the right to live and work in the UK.
Deadline for applications:
4th November 2025
The Bureau is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a diverse, inclusive and adaptable environment where people are encouraged and supported to do their best work. We encourage applications from individuals who belong to groups traditionally underrepresented in the media. If you have questions about this, please contact jamesclayton@tbij.com
Please mention HoldtheFrontPage when applying for this role. This advert will expire on Tuesday 4th November 2025.
Employer Information
The Bureau of Investigative Journalism
United Kingdom
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