Deputy Editor - Metals

Argus is an independent media organisation with 1,300 staff. It is headquartered in London and has 29 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading and production centres. Argus produces price assessments and analysis of international energy and other commodity markets and offers bespoke consulting services and industry-leading conferences. Companies in 140 countries around the world use Argus data to index physical trade and as benchmarks in financial derivative markets as well as for analysis and planning purposes. Argus was founded in 1970 and is a privately held UK-registered company. It is owned by employee shareholders, global growth equity firm General Atlantic and Hg, the specialist software and technology services investor.

What will you be doing?
This is a key role in helping run the daily operations for the Americas metals editorial team, spanning price assessments, news reporting, editing, report production, adherence to compliance policies, market engagement and team coordination and collaboration across Argus offices globally. Working closely with the Americas metals Editor, the Deputy Editor ensures day-to-day operations run smoothly and efficiently.
This position will have a dedicated metals market to cover, depending on prior experience and team need, but will also be expected to cross-train and learn processes across other markets covered by the Americas team. This position will attend relevant industry conferences to build source networks and make external presentations as necessary.
The position also assists the Editor in the hiring process and ensuring adequate team staffing around vacations and sick leave.
What we’re looking for in you:

The legal authorization to work in the US for any US employer.
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in journalism, English, communications, economics, business, history or relevant field.
Demonstrated reporting, writing and goal-oriented collaboration skills, with strong diplomatic, analytical and problem-solving ability.
Experience covering physical commodity markets, with management experience helpful.
A commitment to the highest level of accuracy and completing all writing within established deadlines.
Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite with particular experience in Excel.

What’s in it for you:

Competitive salary with bonus
Hybrid work model
Group medical, dental and vision plans
Company paid short term and long term disability and life insurance plan
Group 401(k) safe harbor retirement plan with a 6% company match
20 vacation days your first year, which increases up to 30 days
Subsidized gym membership
Extensive internal and external training

For more details about the company and to apply please make sure you send your CV and cover letter via our website: www.argusmedia.com/en/careers/open-positions