Associate Editor, Health Payer Specialist
Money-Media, a business division of the Financial Times, is looking for an associate editor for a new publication covering the health insurance market.
Health Payer Specialist is a thrice-weekly publication that provides insurance companies with the news and intelligence they need to grow their businesses. It has received tremendous feedback and support from the industry in its beta phase and is off to a very strong start.
This is a terrific opportunity to make a significant contribution to the success of a new publication and benefit as it grows. Money-Media, with the backing of the Financial Times, has ambitious goals for this product and this market. You will have the benefits of working on a start-up publication within a stable and successful company that has proven it knows how to create profitable subscription-based publications within financial services.
The associate editor is responsible for reporting on the health insurance industry with original coverage, ranging from scoops to analytical trend pieces. You will develop and grow a source list and become a trusted provider of news and intelligence for the publication’s readers with a focus on breaking news and bringing content to our subscribers before our competitors.
The associate editor will work closely with the publication’s managing editor and help with editing in his/her absence or when necessary. On a small team, you will have plenty of opportunity for career growth and taking on more responsibilities. The position will report into the publication’s managing editor.
Strong preference will be given to candidates with a financial industry editorial background. If you have a good understanding of the insurance market and have pre-existing relationships in that space, so much the better.
Primary responsibilities
Report and write 4 - 5 articles per week and create video content based on interviews
Become an expert on the subject matter and write with clarity, insight and depth
Establish and maintain close relationships with insurance executives and their companies
Serve as back-up to the managing editor, and help to generate story ideas and shape coverage
Travel to industry events and meet with prospects to stay on top of the latest industry trends
Work with other departments to produce videos, graphics etc. as necessary for editorial coverage
On occasion, moderate webcasts or panels at events run by Money-Media or the Financial Times’ events group
Attributes/Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have a strong desire to succeed and a proven track record of reporting high-quality content with a focus on breaking news and bringing content to our subscribers before our competitors. We seek a person with strong intelligence, high energy, creativity, persistence, and resilience.
At least five years of business reporting experience, including experience working on a daily or wire publication and some editing experience.
Demonstrated ability to write or produce content for a specific niche audience. Experience working a beat and knowing how to generate scoops, enterprise story ideas and other content that distinguishes a publication.
Track record of continuous improvement and initiative and a creative approach to your work.
Ability to recognize and respond to readers’ needs.
Knowledge of the health insurance market specifically or financial services generally a definite plus.
A high personal standard of excellence and pride in the work you do.
Curiosity and a desire to learn.
Further Information
This position pays in the range of $99k -100k depending on experience, however, for prior domain expertise, this band could be reviewed. The disclosed range estimate is for our NYC office and has not been adjusted for other locations.
The FT is committed to providing an inclusive working environment for all. We are an equal opportunities employer who seeks to recruit and appoint the best talent regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, socio-economic background, religion and/or belief. We believe that a supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves at work and have the flexibility they need to meet their personal needs. Please let us know if you require any adjustments as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements, or have any questions, please contact a member of our HR team who will be happy to help.
This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.
Money-Media is an equal opportunity employer and offers competitive salaries and benefits as part of Nikkei, parent company of the Financial Times. We also offer a supportive and collegial working environment and the opportunity to work with others who are passionate about their jobs. Visit our website www.money-media.com for more information.