Private Credit Reporter

9fin

About 9fin 9fin is the AI platform powering global debt markets — the world’s largest asset class at over $145 trillion. Debt markets are vast, global, and mission-critical, yet still run on fragmented data, PDFs, and manual workflows. 9fin replaces this broken infrastructure with a single platform that centralises proprietary credit data, deep analysis, and high-value workflows across global markets. Today, 9fin powers teams at 300+ blue-chip institutions worldwide, including global banks, asset managers, private equity firms, law firms, and advisors. The business is scaling at exceptional speed, with rapid expansion in the US and best-in-class retention driven by deep workflow adoption. We’re at a defining inflection point. With proven product-market fit and strong, global market pull, 9fin is accelerating toward becoming the category-defining platform for debt markets worldwide. WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON Every day is different, but here’s an example of the kind of things you’ll work on: * Set the news agenda on distressed debt investing, restructurings and bankruptcies * Deliver and edit proprietary news, trend stories and enterprise stories. Editing duties include reviewing the sourcing, attribution, evaluating stakeholder responses and undertaking other legal checks * Manage a team of reporters and support their professional development * Work closely with credit and legal analysts on analytical pieces * Coordinate and collaborate with other teams on subjects such as private credit, leveraged finance, structured finance * Work with the 9fin engineering & business team to develop new product features and improve publishing processes ABOUT YOU If you are a financial journalist with editing and management experience, with the following attributes, we are interested in hearing from you: * A strong knowledge of distressed debt investing, corporate restructuring and bankruptcy cases * Solid news judgment and ability to prioritize news coverage * Proven editing skills with the ability to turn around copy quickly and concisely, while maintaining a high attention to detail * Good understanding of Media Law * Excellent networking and relationship building skills * Effective written and verbal communication skills conveying messages accurately and concisely * Team player, but also able to work effectively alone (help is always at hand if you need though!) OUR BENEFITS We’re a scaling start up and we enjoy sharing our success, when the company succeeds, we always reinvest that in our people. We also offer huge amounts of responsibility, an abundance of opportunity for growth and a platform to truly excel. Financial & Insurance * Competitive Salary: $168,000-$200,000 * 401(k) (9fin pays 3%, employee contributions are uncapped) * Private Health Insurance, with Dental and Vision * Paid sick leave * Disability Insurance (New York) * Commuter Benefit Time off * 25 vacation days per year * Local public holiday * Hybrid working model, to allow you the flexibility to decide how, where and when you do your best work * Work abroad for up to 3 months a year * 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of service * Enhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements available Training & Culture * Professional learning and development budget * AI experimentation budget of $1,000 per employee to trial AI tools * Bi-annual team socials * Summer and Winter company social events 9fin is an equal opportunities employer At 9fin we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognize that building diverse teams enables a more creative and productive environment. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we’re looking for — either for this role, or perhaps another.

9fin

About 9fin 9fin is the AI platform powering global debt markets — the world’s largest asset class at over $145 trillion. Debt markets are vast, global, and mission-critical, yet still run on fragmented data, PDFs, and manual workflows. 9fin replaces this broken infrastructure with a single platform that centralises proprietary credit data, deep analysis, and high-value workflows across global markets. Today, 9fin powers teams at 300+ blue-chip institutions worldwide, including global banks, asset managers, private equity firms, law firms, and advisors. The business is scaling at exceptional speed, with rapid expansion in the US and best-in-class retention driven by deep workflow adoption. We’re at a defining inflection point. With proven product-market fit and strong, global market pull, 9fin is accelerating toward becoming the category-defining platform for debt markets worldwide. WHAT YOU’LL WORK ON 9fin’s team of financial journalists is looking for the newest member of the Investment Grade team, a hungry reporter who can hit the ground running in a fast-moving, opaque and complex financial market. You’ll be expected to have basic market knowledge but more importantly, be adept at building out your own source base and delivering market-moving insights and scoops. You will be given full support to develop into the role and learn about this highly specialized market that 9fin covers. Candidates should have experience and a firm grip on newsgathering, source building, writing, and interviewing skills. Every day is different, but here’s an example of the kind of things you’ll work on: * Source-building with bankers, investors, traders, lawyers and other key players in the credit markets * Writing quick news stories while balancing investigative pieces covering market trends * Working with other members of our team of US- and UK-based journalists to confirm information and produce collaborative content * Attending conferences, briefings, and other occasions to build and maintain source relationships * Receiving formal and informal training in interviewing, source-building, news writing, media law and financial markets ABOUT YOU If you are a reporter working in the world of credit markets, specifically with experience covering Investment Grade companies, and have the following attributes, we are interested in hearing from you: * Have experience in developing, reporting and writing stories for publication * Wish to join a rapidly-growing platform, winning market share, and attracting high-quality readership from financial professionals * An interest in finance, economics, markets, and understanding of basic concepts and terminology * Proven experience covering fixed income markets (IG, HY, Loans, CLOs and/or ABS) is a plus * Can work independently, with high accuracy and attention to detail * Have a desire to build strong sourcing relationships across finance professionals and embed deeply as a crucial part of the market * Can write concise and fluent English, making technical topics accessible and engaging * Have ambitions to carve out a coverage area and build your own reputation as a financial journalist OUR BENEFITS We’re a scaling start up and we enjoy sharing our success, when the company succeeds, we always reinvest that in our people. We also offer huge amounts of responsibility, an abundance of opportunity for growth and a platform to truly excel. Financial & Insurance * Competitive Salary: $100,000-$140,000 (depending on experience) * 401(k) (ll pay 3%, employee contributions are uncapped) * Private Health Insurance, with Dental and Vision * Paid sick leave * Disability Insurance (New York) * Commuter Benefit Time off * 25 vacation days per year * Local public holiday * Hybrid working model, to allow you the flexibility to decide how, where and when you do your best work * Work abroad for up to 3 months a year * 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of service * Enhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements available Training & Culture * Professional learning and development budget * AI experimentation budget of $1,000 per employee to trial AI tools * Bi-annual team socials * Summer and Winter company social events 9fin is an equal opportunities employer At 9fin we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognize that building diverse teams enables a more creative and productive environment. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we’re looking for — either for this role, or perhaps another.

9fin

About 9fin 9fin is the AI platform powering global debt markets — the world’s largest asset class at over $145 trillion. Debt markets are vast, global, and mission-critical, yet still run on fragmented data, PDFs, and manual workflows. 9fin replaces this broken infrastructure with a single platform that centralises proprietary credit data, deep analysis, and high-value workflows across global markets. Today, 9fin powers teams at 300+ blue-chip institutions worldwide, including global banks, asset managers, private equity firms, law firms, and advisors. The business is scaling at exceptional speed, with rapid expansion in the US and best-in-class retention driven by deep workflow adoption. We’re at a defining inflection point. With proven product-market fit and strong, global market pull, 9fin is accelerating toward becoming the category-defining platform for debt markets worldwide. THE OPPORTUNITY 9fin is looking for the newest member of the leveraged finance team, a hungry reporter who’s keen to dive into fast-moving, opaque and complex financial markets. You’ll be expected to hit the ground running, building out your own source base and delivering market-moving insight and scoops. But you’ll also be given full support and training in navigating the specialist financial landscape, developing your news-gathering, writing and interviewing skills, and understanding the markets 9fin covers.   WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON Every day is different, but here’s an example of the kind of things you’ll work on: * Source-building with bankers, investors, traders, lawyers and other key players in the credit markets * Writing on and off-diary content covering markets * Working with other members of our team to confirm information and produce collaborative content * Attending source meetings, conferences, briefings, and other occasions to build and maintain source relationships * Receiving formal and informal training in interviewing, source-building, news writing, media law and financial markets   ABOUT YOU If you are a reporter working in the world of financial markets and have the following attributes, we are interested in hearing from you: * Have a proven interest in journalism, plus experience writing for a publication * Wish to join a rapidly-growing platform winning market share and attracting high quality readership from financial professionals * Proven interest in finance, economics and markets and understanding of basic concepts and terminology * Are a team player and can collaborate with other reporters on stories * Have a desire to build strong sourcing relationships across finance professionals and embed deeply as a crucial part of the market * Can write concise and fluent English which can make technical topics accessible and engaging * Have ambitions to carve out a coverage area and build your own reputation as a financial journalist   OUR BENEFITS We’re a scaling start up and we enjoy sharing our success, when the company succeeds, we always reinvest that in our people. We also offer huge amounts of responsibility, an abundance of opportunity for growth and a platform to truly excel. Finance & Insurance * Salary: $100,000-$160,000 (depending on experience) * 401(k) (9fin pay 3%, employee contributions are uncapped) * Private Health Insurance, with Dental and Vision * Paid sick leave * Disability Insurance (New York) * Commuter Benefit Time off * 25 vacation days per year * Local public holidays (with the ability to exchange them for alternative days) * Hybrid working model * Work abroad for up to 3 months a year * 1 month paid sabbatical after 5 years of service * Enhanced parental leave & flexible working arrangements available Training & Culture * Professional learning and development budget * Bi-annual team socials * Summer and Winter company-wide social events * AI experimentation budget of $1,000 per employee to trial AI tools 9fin is an equal opportunities employer At 9fin we are dedicated to building and promoting a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone can reach their full potential and truly belong. We recognize that building diverse teams enables a more creative and productive environment. If you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might just be who we’re looking for — either for this role, or perhaps another.