Edits English-language coverage of Japan’s markets and financial industry, shaping breaking news and features with reporters for audiences in Japan and worldwide.
About this role
This Tokyo-based reporter joins Bloomberg News's Japan markets group and focuses on equities. The role covers Japanese markets for professional investors at financial institutions, retail traders and other global and local audiences.
Day-to-day work includes delivering concise stories that explain market flows, analyzing trends, and producing coverage that explains what is happening, why it is happening and what it means in the context of local and global developments. The reporter writes short blog posts, breaking news, analysis and long-form enterprise stories. Responsibilities also include cultivating market sources, developing story ideas, collaborating across the newsroom and working with urgency in a real-time market environment.
The reporter is expected to use Bloomberg data and analytics to create visually appealing stories and to take a multimedia approach for digital readers. The role requires sound news judgment, the ability to communicate across newsroom groups, calm performance under pressure, strong organization, a collaborative approach, a strong work ethic and an interest in innovation. The ability to extend coverage to other assets, including bonds and currencies, is an advantage.
Applicants should have at least three years of experience in financial journalism, preferably covering markets, or comparable experience in a relevant industry role. They must be proficient in writing English or Japanese and able to conduct interviews in the local language. Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization is also requested.
The position is part of coverage of Japanese markets during a period the posting describes as involving increased participation by international investors and growing personal investment by individuals in Japan. The posting describes Bloomberg News as a global and diverse organization. Stated benefits include competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, parental leave and generous retirement savings plans, along with programs intended to support employees and their families through different life stages.
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