Stock Market Reporter, Tokyo

Job description

Stock Market Reporter, Tokyo Bloomberg News is one of the biggest financial and business news organizations in the world. We lead the way in breaking news and providing analysis on financial markets, from daily coverage through to in-depth features. We are known for our quality, accuracy and ability to deliver news investors can use. It’s what keeps us inventing and re-inventing, all the time. We are seeking an ambitious and experienced reporter to join our Japan markets group, focused on equities. You should have the passion to discover, develop and tell the most interesting stories to our global and local audiences. We're looking for a reporter with the versatility to serve multiple audiences, from professional investors at financial institutions to retail traders. This means being able to write everything from short blog posts to breaking news, analysis and long-form enterprise stories. The flexibility to branch out into covering other assets including bonds and currencies would be a great advantage. You'll be a self-starter who thrives on the fast pace of markets and a real-time news environment. When not on a deadline, you'll be cultivating market sources, developing story ideas and collaborating with teammates to help Bloomberg News shine a light on Japanese markets. Japan is going through a once-in-a-generation change in its markets, with international investors flooding back, and individual Japanese increasingly pouring their savings into personal investments, providing a wealth of opportunities to write impactful stories. We'll trust you to: Deliver concise stories to explain market flows and analyze trends Generate and craft content that captures "what's happening and why" and "what it means" -- against the backdrop of local and global trends Utilize and learn Bloomberg data and analytics to tell visually appealing stories Have a multimedia approach, keeping in mind our digital readership Maintain a culture of urgency, innovation and strong news judgement Demonstrate ability to break down silos and communicate across the newsroom You'll need to have: At least 3 years of experience in financial journalism, preferably covering markets, or comparable experience in a relevant industry role Proficiency in writing English or Japanese, and be able to conduct interviews in local language Ability to work calmly under pressure Demonstrated continuous career growth within an organization A strong work ethic, solid organizational skills with a collaborative team spirit and the drive to innovate Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans. If this sounds like you: Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at this: Learn more about our office and benefits: Tokyo | Discover what makes Bloomberg unique - watch our podcast series for an inside look at our culture, values, and the people behind our success.