About the job
Join our dynamic Home News team as a Senior News Reporter, where you will leverage your expertise to uncover and deliver impactful exclusives that shape the news landscape. As a Senior Reporter, you will tackle the most significant stories of the day, discover unique angles, and lead a talented team of reporters.
Your diverse reporting skills and exceptional writing ability will be key in crafting narratives that not only inform but also engage our audience, ensuring that your stories resonate across platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Consistently generate and pursue original, exclusive stories that capture public interest.
- Write compelling and informative news articles across various topics.
- Act as a primary source for breaking news, identifying fresh perspectives and managing a team of reporters.
- Produce stories that are positioned prominently on our app, website, and front page, setting the news agenda with multiple impactful stories.
- Utilize and expand your extensive network of contacts to enhance story development.
- Present innovative story concepts to the Head of National News, News Editor (projects), and National News Editor.
- Collaborate effectively across print and digital platforms to maximize audience engagement and support our subscription strategy.
Essential Skills and Qualifications
Required:
- Demonstrable experience in national or international news reporting.
- Track record of breaking major stories that set the news agenda.
- Strong network of industry contacts.
- Ability to work under tight deadlines while maintaining quality.
Preferred:
- Experience with digital reporting tools such as open source, AI, and digital forensics.
- Background in investigative journalism.
- Experience with podcasting or video production.
- Willingness to travel on short notice.
Our Benefits
At Telegraph Media Group, we understand that our fast-paced industry demands both commitment and reward. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports your lifestyle and work-life balance, including flexible working opportunities, medical coverage, generous parental leave (six months fully paid maternity leave and enhanced paternity/partner leave), life assurance, and season ticket loans.
Training and Development
With the backing of your manager and peers, you will have access to a wide array of training and development opportunities through The Academy, allowing you to enhance both personal and professional skills for a fulfilling career.
Commitment to Inclusion
At Telegraph Media Group, we champion diversity and inclusion, fostering an environment where every voice is valued.
