Local Democracy Reporter

We are looking for the next political journalist supremo to cover the biggest stories affecting everyday people in Wiltshire. As part of the BBC’s Local Democracy Reporting Service, you will join the teams at the Wiltshire Times, The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald as well as the Swindon Advertiser in setting the agenda of what is happening in the halls of power and how it is affecting the public. We are looking for someone with enthusiasm and the ability to generate exclusive articles and write engaging copy. We want the LDR to get behind the agendas and meetings and dig out the stories that really matter. There are lots happening in Wiltshire with many large projects on the go.

Excellent knowledge and passion for local government are necessary as you will need to be able to hold local authorities to account and be confident in your reporting.

A formal qualification in journalism is desired for this role, as is the ability to work to tight deadlines.