Journalist / Correspondent (Enterprise & Economy), The Business Times

About the Role

Singapore’s premier business daily, The Business Times, is looking for a talented, experienced, enterprising and digitally-savvy reporter to join the team.

You will be tasked with producing content across digital, print, video and audio platforms of The Business Times in a fast-paced environment.

We are looking for a candidate who can cover breaking news, pitch savvy features and sharp interview profiles and write insightful commentaries and analyses on the energy and chemicals sector, commodities and ESG in Singapore and Asean.

You must be able to respond to short-term deadlines and manage long-term projects.

Strong writing, editing and analytical skills are prerequisites.

Applicants should be confident in developing sources, quick at spotting trends and ready to seize business scoops. You should be driven by curiosity, skilled at working independently, ready to take initiative and willing to collaborate with colleagues.

You should also have journalism-related experience and be familiar with Singapore’s government and corporate landscape. Those who have covered news pertaining to public policy, listed companies and environmental sustainability are preferred.

Job Requirements

• Five to eight years of experience in journalism, financial or business writing, or a related field (fresh graduates will also be considered on their merits)

• Relevant degree in Communications, New Media, Business, Finance, Economics, Journalism, English Literature, or any relevant fields

• Sharp news sense with a good understanding of content management for multiple platforms

• Excellent command of the English language (additional working competency in another Asian language is preferred)

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with various stakeholders

• Ability to produce quality work in a fast-paced environment