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About the Role
We are looking for a Consumer Industries reporter to cover makers of food and drinks, household and personal care products, and the UK's farming industry. This role offers opportunities to write for every part of the FT, breaking stories on major companies and exploring industry trends.
Responsibilities
- Generating ideas and breaking news
- Seeking out a wide range of contacts in and around the industry to inform stories and generate scoops
- Writing original longer-form pieces for the Companies section and other parts of the FT
- Liaising effectively with the news desks and overseas bureaux
- Working closely and proactively with the data, visuals and videos teams to produce ambitious and eye-catching projects
- Weekend shifts are required as part of the newsroom rota
- Working with, and providing cover for, reporters on leisure and retail beats
Requirements
- Original reporting, great writing and intelligent commentary lie at the heart of FT journalism.
- FT editorial staff do not by default use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to write articles or create other reader-facing content.
- Applicants to the FT newsroom should refrain from using AI in their test submissions.
- Written materials should be a genuine reflection of their own knowledge, skills and experiences.
- Candidates should only employ AI as a tool to help with research and interview readiness for a role.
- The use of AI throughout the application process is monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all.
Skills
- Reporting
- Writing
- Commentary
- Breaking news
- Scoops
- Collaboration
- Research
Location
- UK
Work Type
- Onsite (minimum three days per week)
- Flexible working requests will be considered
Experience Level
- Reporter
Benefits
- Generous annual leave
- Medical cover
- Inclusive parental leave packages
- Subsidised gym memberships
- Opportunities to give back to the community
About the Company
- 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.
- 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.
Equal Opportunity
- 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.
- 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.