Senior / Market Reporter, Freight – Asia Markets

Did you know that shipping is the glue that keeps global trade together, and managing freight costs and risks is a critical element of strategy for any player in commodity markets?

Argus is looking for a market reporter/analyst to join our team covering freight markets. The global freight market is constantly changing in its position at the centre of international trade, geopolitics, and environmental regulation. So, this represents an exciting opportunity to join the team and cover high-profile news on changes that can reshape the market and impact the broader crude, oil products and dry bulk commodity markets.

The global freight team has team members in Singapore, Mumbai, London and New York, and the role involves collaboration with the rest of the worldwide team. It will provide the successful candidate access to a wide range of subjects and commodity-related knowledge and the opportunity to collaborate with other desks. The freight team also benefits from an exciting pipeline of projects and product development opportunities. As a member of this team, you will become familiar with all these markets and get a chance to become an expert in one or more of them. In addition, you will be responsible for making daily price assessments, writing market commentaries, news and in-depth analysis, and building our data coverage for the daily publication.

You will work with other reporters, senior reporters, and editors who will provide training and support to develop in-depth knowledge of the markets. In-house training courses are regularly provided on technical skills and content-related classes, and new joiners are also provided with an online training platform.

This is an excellent opportunity for market analysts, consultants, or brokers to transfer their skills and knowledge to advance their careers by joining a growing, global, independently owned organisation.

Monitor and assess fast-moving markets to produce daily 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.

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

https://www.argusmedia.com/en/crude-oil/argus-freight

https://www.argusmedia.com/en/hubs/podcasts/the-weight-of-freight

What we’re looking for in you

An articulate graduate with a strong degree.
The ability to develop, verify and write industry-relevant news/content to deadline is preferred.
Prior experience working in financial or commodities journalism is beneficial but optional.
Interest in and enthusiasm for commodities, energy markets, global business, politics, and economics.
Experience delivering breaking news, insightful market reports, and in-depth analytical articles is a bonus.
Excellent verbal and written English communication skills
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.

What’s in it for you

Work within a highly motivated team at an industry-leading and rapidly growing global company
Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
A modern office environment designed to foster productivity, creativity, and teamwork
Excellent location at Raffles Place in central Singapore – close to public transport and amenities
Hybrid working model - Work from Home options available
Comprehensive benefits package including medical (GP and specialist), dental and hospitalisation.
20 vacation days your first year, up to a maximum of 25 days
Extensive internal and external training
Employee Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme

Travel

Cover conferences and events (5-10% of overseas travel is expected).

Hours

Monday through Friday, 10.00 a.m. to 7.00 p.m.

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