Reporter, Dow Jones Newswires

Reporter, Dow Jones Newswires in Barcelona

Dow Jones is seeking a smart, versatile reporter to join its real-time news and analysis team for financial professionals.

Based in Barcelona, reporters monitor press releases, websites and other news sources and fire off headlines and short stories on key developments for publication in real time. They are proficient at identifying important, forward-looking detail from a fast-moving stream of information and turning it into informative, punchy headlines and short articles in English.

In addition to handling market-moving news of all kinds, a major part of the role will center on the intersection of themes that touch markets, economies and investors all over the world. The reporter will write about the driving factors behind moves in stocks and sectors, using real-time pricing data.

Accuracy, speed, excellent news judgment,a close eye for detail, and an ability to write clear, jargon-free copy are essential. Successful candidates must be able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume news environment where teamwork and communication skills will be hugely important. Reporters need to have the flexibility to jump quickly between subjects and tasks while keeping a calm, clear head.

Excellent written English is essential. A strong grasp of at least one other European language aside from Spanish is highly desirable.

Ideally, candidates will have some knowledge of what to look for in corporate earnings statements and releases, and some familiarity with economic data, financial markets and regulation. They should build relationships with analysts and follow commentators on social media.

This is an exciting opportunity to write market-leading breaking news for Dow Jones, the global authority in business journalism and publisher of The Wall Street Journal.

This is a hybrid role requiring at least 3 days a week in the office.

You will:

• Monitor European markets, including their subsectors and individual stocks; flash headlines on major moves and write market talks and spot stories to explain why certain stocks, indexes or sectors are moving.
• Monitor a steady flow of corporate and economic news to identify market-moving developments.
• Publish fast, accurate headlines and short-form stories in real time.
• Deliver clear, timely analysis of corporate/market news for a professional investor audience.
• Develop longer-form articles and thematic stories as needed.
• Prioritize and synthesize complex information quickly and clearly.
• Collaborate with colleagues across Dow Jones Newswires, The Wall Street Journal , and international bureaus.
• Serve the needs of Dow Jones’s core audience of financial professionals.
• Uphold Dow Jones editorial standards and ethics.

You have:

• Excellent written English preferably with an additional European Language.
• A sharp eye for detail, accuracy, and editorial judgment.
• Familiarity with financial markets, corporate earnings, economic indicators, or regulation.
• The ability to handle high-volume, deadline-driven work with composure.
• A basic understanding of how a newsroom operates.

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Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. EEO/AA/M/F/Disabled/Vets. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [email protected]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

B u s i n e s s A r e a : N E W S / W S J

J o b C a t e g o r y : E d i t o r i a l / J o u r n a l i s m

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

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Reasonable accommodation: Dow Jones, Making Careers Newsworthy - We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. EEO/Disabled/Vets. We strongly encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, people with disabilities, and those from underrepresented groups. Dow Jones is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application, due to a disability, email us at [email protected]. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.

Business Area: Dow Jones - News - WSJ

Job Category: Editorial/Journalism

Union Status:

Non-Union role

Since 1882, Dow Jones has been finding new ways to bring information to the world’s top business entities. Beginning as a niche news agency in an obscure Wall Street basement, Dow Jones has grown to be a worldwide news and information powerhouse, with prestigious brands including The Wall Street Journal, Dow Jones Newswires, Factiva, Barron’s, MarketWatch and Financial News.

This longevity and success is due to a relentless pursuit of accuracy, depth and innovation, enhanced by the wisdom of past experience and a solid grasp on the future ahead. More than its individual brands, Dow Jones is a modern gateway to intelligence, with innovative technology, advanced data feeds, integrated solutions, expert research, award-winning journalism and customizable apps and delivery systems to bring the information that matters most to customers, when and where they need it, every day.

Req ID: 47870