Data Analyst - FT Specialist

Financial Times

ABOUT US The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.   THE ROLE   FT Specialist is looking for a senior reporter to join Sustainable Views, a leading business-to-business publication focused on sustainability rules and regulations, and the changing geopolitics influencing the laws covering environmental, social and governance issues. This role offers the chance to join a growing editorial team and bring new value to readers in one of the most exciting beats in business journalism. The reporter will be responsible for writing news stories, insightful analysis and carrying out interviews that get to the heart of the issues impacting sustainability regulations and their implementation. They will also be required to take part in video and social media content for Sustainable Views  Key Responsibilities * Work with the editor and the rest of the team to write news stories, insightful analysis and carry out interviews.  * Appear on the Sustainable Views podcast. * Help develop the media offerings from Sustainable Views — including innovative social media posts, audio and visual content.  * Develop contacts book. * Attend key events. * Carry out editing if and when required.  * Pick up other tasks as and when required by the editors. Required Skills / Experience  * At least five years experience of reporting and of working in a fast paced newsroom environment and the ability to work independently and in collaboration with colleagues * Understanding of sustainable finance and knowledge of market-based solutions to climate change  * Decent contacts book of sustainability investors, finance institutions * Ability to produce high-quality written copy. * Ability to work on multiple projects concurrently. * Excellent communication skills. * Ability to be flexible in terms of working hours, as and when necessary. Desired skills/experience * A degree or equivalent experience in journalism/data journalism. * Knowledge of sustainability regulations, climate change, human rights, environmental legislation and policymaking * Good numeracy skills. * Knowledge and ability to use ChatGPT or other AI tools to analyse data. You will be * Positive, with a go-getting attitude. * Confident working face-to-face and virtually. * Confident with numbers and language. * Excited by data and what the analysis of data can bring to our readers. * Interested in sustainable finance, politics and regulation. * Excited by the use of audio, video and social media to bring our articles to new audiences.   WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We currently operate a hybrid model which requires staff to work onsite 50% of the time, subject to role requirements & regular review. While flexible working requests will be considered, not all patterns are suitable for all roles. We believe this balanced approach supports flexibility and protects our culture, making collaboration and communication easier, building stronger relationships and team cohesion, and supporting peer learning.  We reserve discretion on reasonable notice to change this approach either generally or for specific individuals or teams.  ACCESSIBILITY We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. Further information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting or suspect any scam activity, please contact talent@ft.com. Interested in the FT but don’t see the right role yet? Join our Talent Community to receive exclusive updates, featured jobs, and insights into working at the FT. #LI-KF1

Financial Times

ABOUT US The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. OUR COMMITMENT TO EQUITY IN THE WORKPLACE We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. THE ROLE / POSITION OVERVIEW FT Specialist is seeking a Data Reporter / Senior Data Reporter to join our growing data journalism team, producing exclusive, data-driven reporting and visual storytelling for FundFire and Financial Advisor IQ. This role sits at the intersection of journalism, data analysis and visual design. You will be responsible for sourcing, cleaning, analysing and interpreting complex datasets to uncover original stories covering institutional investments, wealth management and the financial advisory industry. You will also create engaging visualisations and interactive content that help our journalism stand out and deliver insights readers cannot find elsewhere. Working as part of a six-person data visualisation team, you will collaborate closely with reporters and editors across both publications while reporting to the Managing Editor of Data Visualization. The successful candidate will be equally comfortable developing ambitious long-term investigative and analytical projects as well as delivering shorter-turnaround stories that respond to emerging industry trends and news events. We are looking for a curious, collaborative and entrepreneurial journalist who is passionate about using data to reveal meaningful stories and who is committed to continually developing their skills in a fast-evolving newsroom environment. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Develop original, data-driven stories covering institutional investing, wealth management and financial advisory businesses. * Source, collect, clean and analyse structured and unstructured datasets using a range of journalistic and analytical techniques. * Build compelling charts, graphics and interactive visualisations that enhance storytelling and audience engagement. * Identify trends, anomalies and opportunities within datasets that lead to exclusive reporting. * Run and complete both long-term analytical projects and shorter-term assignments driven by current events . * Collaborate with reporters, editors and visual journalists across FundFire and Financial Advisor IQ. * Support colleagues in applying data journalism procedures and interpreting quantitative information accurately. * Use public records, databases, APIs, web scraping techniques and proprietary datasets to uncover new reporting opportunities. * Ensure all reporting and analysis meets the highest standards of accuracy, transparency and journalistic integrity. * Contribute to the ongoing development of data journalism capabilities across FT Specialist. REQUIRED SKILLS / EXPERIENCE * Demonstrated experience producing data-driven journalism, business reporting or analytical storytelling in a newsroom or comparable environment. * Strong interest in data journalism, visual storytelling and financial or business news. * Proven track record to identify, analyse and communicate compelling stories through data. * Experience using Python or R for data acquisition, cleaning, analysis and reporting. * Strong proficiency with Excel and other data analysis tools. * Experience working with APIs, databases and web scraping techniques. * Knowledge of data visualisation standard processes and experience using tools such as Flourish, Adobe Illustrator, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, D3 or comparable front-end technologies. * Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to accuracy. * Ability to translate complex quantitative findings into clear and engaging journalism for non-technical audiences. * Strong communication, collaboration and project management skills. * Experience working successfully within cross-functional teams and time-sensitive environments. WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? OUR BENEFITS Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here: https://aboutus.ft.com/careers/benefits. We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. ACCESSIBILITY We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the application process or interview stage. If you would like to discuss your requirements, please contact talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. FURTHER INFORMATION A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $75,000-$95,000. The upper end of the scale reflects pay of someone who comes in at the senior reporter level, with confirmed experience and strong work to show. Earlier career candidates will be considered for reporter-level roles. To ensure pay fairness, the successful candidate will be offered a salary within the estimated salary range based on a number of considerations including but not limited to: skills; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organisational needs. The disclosed range estimate is for our NYC office and has not been adjusted for other locations. This role is part of the FT Specialist US Guild and covered under a collective bargaining agreement with the Writers’ Guild of America East. At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may use AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is crucial that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting or suspect any scam activity, please contact talent@ft.com. Interested in the FT but don’t see the right role yet? Join our Talent Community to receive exclusive updates, featured jobs, and insights into working at the FT.

Financial Times

ABOUT US The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. About Investors Chronicle Investors Chronicle, the investment magazine and website, is looking for a bright, numerate financial journalist to provide in-depth news, analysis and comment on quoted companies and the wider investment industry. The successful candidate will be required to produce a variety of content including news and results analysis, podcasts, comment and features. Previous experience of equity markets and investment would be a clear advantage.  Main Duties and Responsibilities In this role you will… * Turn company reports and sometimes technical subject matter into lively and opinionated content for a retail investor audience * Produce data-led content informing our readers about companies and sector trends * Interview FTSE 100 chief executives and finance directors, as well as equity analysts and fund managers * Contribute a wide range of articles on a daily, weekly and longer term basis including, but not limited to, news, Ideas, company results, analysis and features.  * Ensure that the content is fresh, actionable, agenda-setting, authoritative, relevant, that it caters for the sophisticated demands of our audience while being accessible to newer investors and cements our position as an indispensable source of information for investors * Work closely with the companies and news desks and attend regular meetings discussing content ideas and help to form part of the planning for both website and magazine output of the team * Contribute to reader engagement initiatives such as podcasts, webinars and also contribute ideas to enhance reader engagement with our content *  Work with the digital editor to grow online audiences Qualifications / Competencies / Skills / Experience You'll bring to the role... Essential * The analytical skills required to get behind the numbers and fluff of financial statements and come to well-argued conclusions * The writing skills required to turn technical subject matter into lively and opinionated copy for a retail investor audience * An interest in the corporate world and investment * Relevant experience in corporate writing and/or analysis   WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU? Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We currently operate a hybrid model which requires staff to work onsite 50% of the time, subject to role requirements & regular review. While flexible working requests will be considered, not all patterns are suitable for all roles. We believe this balanced approach supports flexibility and protects our culture, making collaboration and communication easier, building stronger relationships and team cohesion, and supporting peer learning.  We reserve discretion on reasonable notice to change this approach either generally or for specific individuals or teams.  Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. Further information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting or suspect any scam activity, please contact talent@ft.com. Interested in the FT but don’t see the right role yet? Join our Talent Community to receive exclusive updates, featured jobs, and insights into working at the FT. #LI-KF1