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News Publishing Specialist, Publishing Team
Do you enjoy reading global news, and can discern the most important stories of the day? Are you interested in being the person that decides which stories are presented to a financial client base that trades and invests on this news? And do you want to do all this at a global news organization, which provides a professional work environment and a good work-life balance?
If you are such a candidate, you should consider joining Reuters’ 24×5 publishing operations in Bangalore. The successful candidate must primarily possess clear-sighted news judgment to juggle, select and package from among the hundreds of news stories hitting the wire every hour to showcase the most relevant news.
About The Role
- The news publishing specialist will work with Reuters’ editors in deciding top stories and packages and present them on real-time basis to clients.
- Packaging involves putting together stories, pics and other assets in a relevant grouping that will be highlighted on Top News pages or news apps, which are categorized by asset class, industry, market, or geography.
- The job also consists of curating and publishing stories and other assets for financial newsletters targeted at market professionals.
About You
- Degree in Journalism/Mass Communication/Economics/Finance from a reputed university/institute is preferred.
- Strong news judgement and basic knowledge of financial markets and economics required.
- Work experience of 1-4 years in journalism or in a financial field is preferred.
- Some understanding and interest in international politics, policy, technology, sports, and entertainment is also a plus.
- Proficient communication skills and good understanding of editorial ethics is desirable.
- You should be good team player with the ability to work under a time-bound scenario.
- You should be comfortable working in shifts, as the role is part of a 24×5 operation.
What’s In It For You
At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:
- Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities
- Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists
- Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days
- Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories.
To apply for this job please visit careers.thomsonreuters.com.
