Market Reporter – Agriculture

Argus is the leading independent provider of market intelligence to the global energy and commodity markets. We offer essential price assessments, news, analytics, consulting services, data science tools and industry conferences to illuminate complex and opaque commodity markets.

Headquartered in London with 1,300 staff, Argus is an independent media organisation with 29 offices in the world’s principal commodity trading hubs. Companies, trading firms and governments in 160 countries around the world trust Argus data to make decisions, analyse situations, manage risk, facilitate trading and for long-term planning. Argus prices are used as trusted benchmarks around the world for pricing transportation, commodities and energy.

Founded in 1970, Argus remains a privately held UK-registered company owned by employee shareholders, global growth equity firm General Atlantic and Hg, the specialist software and technology services investor.

Argus Media is committed to ensuring career and personal growth for all its staff and provides extensive training and career development opportunities, as well as participation in employee-led initiatives, including a women’s network. Our core values are Excellence, Integrity, Partnership and Inclusivity.

What will you be doing?

As part of our expansion in Australia, we are looking for a Market Reporter to join our growing team to cover reporting on the domestic agriculture markets, including grains, livestock and meat through commodity price assessments, analysis, and news coverage, maintaining and expanding the contact base and representing Argus at industry events. The reporter will also aid with the development of market coverage alongside the senior reporter and the global agriculture editorial team.

The successful candidate will join our global network of over 500 dedicated market reporters/editors to connect deeply with the markets they cover, delivering expert market analysis and information. Our high-level audience comprises Fortune 500 companies, national oil and energy companies, multinationals, finance institutions, trading companies, and governments.

This role will require a collaborative approach, working with team reporters and industry stakeholders to report on markets. It requires self-motivation and the initiative to drive projects forward with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Commodities industry experience would be an advantage but is optional. Intelligence, curiosity, writing ability and a genuine desire to produce quality journalism are the primary qualities we look for in a diverse pool of candidates.

Monitor and assess fast-moving markets to produce price assessments and intelligence, market commentaries, news, analysis, and reports.
Establish strong relationships with key members of the industry and business leaders through meetings and daily communications to gain an in-depth understanding of your market.
Proactively generate news leads and pitch stories, contribute copy to the relevant publication and the online news service, and contribute to unique content (blog posts, white papers, webinars, podcasts, etc.).
Collaborate with colleagues on the desk and other teams to enhance and drive coverage.
Attend meetings, conferences, and industry events to build contacts, report on news and represent Argus in the industry.
Build your industry expertise and writing skills to provide readers with first-class market insights and analysis.

To learn more about the report this role covers, please click on the below link:

https://www.argusmedia.com/en/agriculture

https://www.argusmedia.com/en/agriculture/argus-agrimarkets

What we’re looking for in you

A strong bachelor’s degree preferably, in Economics, Journalism, Communications, Business or a relevant field.
The ability to develop, verify and write industry-relevant news/content to deadline is preferred.
Prior experience working in the energy, commodities or journalism sector is helpful but not essential.
Interest in and enthusiasm for commodities, energy markets, global business, politics, and economics.
Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite with experience in Excel.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to network and build contacts with industry executives.
Able to work independently while engaging and collaborating in line with the Argus values: Excellence, Integrity, Partnership, and Inclusivity.

Please note you must have the right to work in Australia to apply for this role.

What’s in it for you

Work within a highly motivated team with an industry leader and rapidly growing global company
Competitive salary and bonus in line with education, experience, and skills
Hybrid working model - Work from Home options available
Career development and progression opportunities.
20 days annual leave
Ongoing training, mentoring and development opportunities
Employee Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme

Travel

Cover client meetings, conferences, and events (5-10% of domestic/overseas travel is expected).

Hours

Monday through Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.

Earlier or later hours, or weekend hours, may be expected on occasion.