Asia Columnist, Reuters Breakingviews

We’re looking for a talented and original thinker with excellent analytical and writing skills to join our team in Asia. This is an opportunity to set the agenda on corporate finance, banking, economics and markets across the region.

Reuters Breakingviews has an unrivalled reputation for delivering clear, punchy, and well-informed views for decision-makers around the world. As part of the global news organization, we combine access to high-level contacts with the highest standards of independence and accuracy.

You will be relentlessly curious; brim with original ideas; enjoy working collegially with a regional and global team; and bring a high level of numeracy. We are seeking an experienced journalist or analyst who is comfortable unpicking an income statement, deal term sheet or IPO prospectus, and someone able to craft sharp, punchy and well-sourced views.

Though writing experience is a distinct advantage, deep curiosity about the inner workings of finance, a ready supply of original ideas and the ability to slice through complex concepts are more important.

**About the Role**
As **Asia Columnist** you will:

- Research and write punchy and original views on business, finance and economics which set the agenda for our global subscribers.
- Develop and maintain contacts with senior executives, financiers, and policymakers.
- Present your ideas and research in fresh and interesting ways, including through arresting graphics.
- Work with our global team of columnists and editors to explore topical ideas and illuminate cross-border themes.

**About You**

To be our **Asia Columnist** you are likely to have:

- A firm understanding of how companies and financial markets work, and a grasp of the basic concepts of corporate finance
- The ability to formulate strong, well-argued opinions under tight deadlines
- A base of high-level contacts among corporate executives, bankers, investors, and policymakers
- Experience of presenting your views to a sophisticated financial audience
- The highest standards of editorial integrity and professionalism

**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.

**About Reuters**

Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers. Reuters: The Real World in Real Time

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**Accessibility**

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