Market Reporter/Senior Reporter - Fertilizers

We are currently looking for a Reporter/Senior Reporter to join our London Fertilizer team, working with and closely supporting the Sulphur and Sulphuric Acid editors. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Reporter to expand their area of responsibility.

The role requires you to report on the fertilizer markets, which includes assessing a series of prices, writing market commentaries, as well as news and market analysis, all to deadline. You will provide support and cover for your colleagues in the publication of price assessments, news and analysis. As part of your role, you will expand your contacts base within this market, applying the highest standards of journalistic independence and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

Assist in producing market reports including price assessments, market news and analysis
Be rigorous in applying the methodology and internal compliance processes
Engage with the industry to ensure a close understanding of market developments through daily contact with key market figures to build relationships and gather news
Contribute high-quality and original copy to the report and the on-line news service, following house style
Help to build and curate data sets that help explain market dynamics
Represent Argus at conferences, events and deliver expert content via webinars and white papers
Provide subject-matter expertise to other divisions within Argus

Skills and Experience

Market reporting and editing experience essential, although prior experience of fertilizer markets is not essential
Self-motivation and initiative to drive projects forward with the ability to meet tight deadlines.
Excellent writing and grammar skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to network and build contacts with industry executives and internally
Advanced Excel skills

Attributes

Demonstrable interest in global business and politics
Self-motivated, able to use initiative and equipped with an inquisitive nature
The ability to engage with the market as an equal, providing authoritative commentary and forward-looking opinion in any market dialogue

What’s in it for you

Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognizes and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.

Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
Group pension scheme
Group healthcare and life assurance scheme
Flexible working environment
25 days holiday with annual increase up to 30 days
Subsidised gym membership
Season ticket travel loans
Cycle to work scheme
Workplace Nursery Scheme
Extensive internal and external training