Court and Crime Reporter

The Telegraph and Argus is on the lookout for a court and crime reporter to form an important part of its news operations in Bradford.

We are looking for an experienced senior reporter with the hunger and bravery to root out hard news exclusives as well as provide the best court coverage for our readers.

Our nationwide network of court and crime reporters is among the best-performing journalists in the Newsquest group. This is your chance to join that top tier.

That is why we want much more than someone who sits in court – we are looking for a dynamic reporter capable of working on exclusive investigations, backgrounders, human interest stories and well-crafted news pieces around the big crime issues of the day, alongside the very best of what is happening in our courtrooms.

The right candidate will have extensive digital skills, experience covering court business and a full knowledge and understanding of the legal requirements. Most of all, they will have an eye for a story and the determination to get it, which will set them apart from the competition.

Experience working at the sharp end of a daily newsroom environment is essential, as is an in-depth knowledge of how to make a story work for a demanding digital and print audience as well as how to use the digital analytics tools at your disposal.

Working as part of a fully multi-media newsroom, the successful candidate will also be comfortable creating video content both in front and behind the camera.

This position requires the ability to work independently in the field, and as such a driving licence and access to a car would be an advantage.

Newsquest Media Group is one of the UK's largest newspaper and website publishers. As well as a competitive salary, we also offer generous benefits including:

Contributory pension
Perks and discounts at various retail outlets
Opportunities for team building and training days
25 days' paid holiday + statutory bank holidays + your birthday day off
Structured career progression, ongoing training, and personal performance reviews
Discount vouchers
Discounted gym membership
Cycle to work scheme
Mental health support via Telus
Eye test vouchers plus £50 towards new glasses
Annual Volunteer Charity Day

Newsquest Media Group is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all community sections regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage/civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Our recruitment process will consist of various stages and activities, as part of our commitment to fairness to all applicants, we will take into account any adjustments that could help you.

Applications close on 16 October.