Senior Editor, Middle East Energy News

The Team: SPGCI’s Dubai-based Middle East team sits in a varied and dynamic region that is the epicenter of the oil and gas industry and a growing geopolitical force. Our Dubai editors are part of a larger global news team comprehensively covering the commodities and shipping industries.

The Impact: The Middle East news editor will work closely with EMEA counterparts, including editors in London and a network of stringers across the region, to produce class-leading news and content across multiple platforms.

What’s in it for you:

This position offers an opportunity to report in the world’s most critical region for energy, with OPEC heavyweights, LNG juggernauts and war-torn economies.
With world oil and gas demand hitting new records every year, the Middle East has a growing role to play in global geopolitics – while also being challenged by increasing energy transition pressures.
SPGCI’s news across the commodities chain can move markets, influence policy and shape executive decisions
Ambitious journalists will have scope to pursue a plethora of stories and interviews to inform and educate our readers

Responsibilities:

Reporting on Middle East energy issues with a focus towards oil
Knowledge of the region and the importance of energy to Middle East economies
Producing a wide range of content, including breaking news, in-depth features, interactive infographics and podcasts

What We’re Looking For:

Excellent writing and publishing skills
Established contact base in the region would be an advantage
Arabic language skills would also be an advantage

Flexible Working (optional)

We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can.

Return to Work

Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative, we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace.

Grade/Level (relevant for internal applicants only):10