Market Reporter – Commodities

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?

Argus is looking for a Market Reporter to join our team in Sydney, working with and closely supporting team editors across Asia. The ideal candidate is a resourceful, versatile and detail-oriented journalist who can quickly become a subject matter expert and lead coverage for our commodities markets.

The role involves assessing prices, writing news and market analysis for Argus’ live news website, and daily, weekly, and monthly publications. As part of your role, you will expand market contacts, applying the highest journalistic independence and integrity standards. There are opportunities to travel, attend industry events, present at industry conferences and lead webinar sessions.

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 it 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, 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.

What we’re looking for in you

A strong bachelor degree, preferably in Economics, Journalism, Communications, Business or relevant field.
An investigative mind and good writing skills
Experience in writing in a fast-moving business news environment
Prior experience in the financial, energy, commodities or journalism sectors is beneficial but not essential
Ability to work effectively with management and meet targets in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite with experience in Excel
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).