Argus Media Careers

News Editor

About Argus:

We offer essential price assessments, news, analytics, consulting services, data science tools and industry conferences to illuminate complex and opaque commodity markets. Our independent media organization has over 1,400 staff, Argus is an independent media organization with 30 offices in the world’s key commodity trading hubs, with its headquarters in London.

Founded in 1970, Argus remains a privately held UK-registered company owned by employee shareholders and global growth equity firm General Atlantic.

Argus prices are used as trusted benchmarks around the world for pricing transportation, commodities & energy.

Companies, trading firms and governments in 160 countries worldwide use our data to make decisions, analyse situations, manage risk, and facilitate trading and long-term planning.

Our independent editorial, robust methodologies and collaborative approach with our customers have ensured them a precise view. This results in a deeper understanding of market dynamics they rely on to make better-informed decisions and manage risk. A strong set of company values underpins this heritage: excellence, integrity, partnerships, and inclusion. 

Job Purpose:

The news editor will be responsible for editing Argus news stories, market commentaries and other written publications as part of the Asian editing team. The news editor will focus on publishing accurate and timely information for Argus’ online platforms and business intelligence reports, as well as maintaining and improving the quality of the company’s editorial output.

Key Responsibilities:

• To edit copy for Argus online news service, market publications and business intelligence reports
• To ensure the highest standards of spelling, punctuation, grammar, accuracy and consistency in all published material
• To recognise errors in copy and to improve the quality when required.
• To maintain strong working relationships with reporters and other editorial staff
• To write news and analysis stories where necessary

Skills and Experience:

• At least 1-2 years of news or copy-editing experience at a recognised publication
• High degree of understanding with regard to grammar, spelling and punctuation
• Ability to write in clear and concise English.
• Understanding of what constitutes a good news story
• Experience of working to strict deadlines
• Ability to work with minimum supervision within a team structure.
• Experience with editing business news, particularly commodities, would be a strong advantage.

What’s in it for you:

• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a rewarding salary package coupled with an enticing company bonus scheme, acknowledging your contributions and incentivizing your continued excellence.
• Flexibility Redefined: Embrace a hybrid working model that seamlessly blends the best of both worlds—three days in the vibrant office environment and two days of productive work from home, fostering work-life balance and maximizing productivity.
• Wellness Assurance: Prioritize your health and well-being with comprehensive group healthcare coverage, ensuring peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
• Time to Recharge: Rejuvenate and recharge with generous annual leave entitlement of 18 days, including additional 8 days of casual leave to unwind and pursue personal interests.
• Continuous Growth: Embark on a journey of continuous learning and development with extensive internal and external training opportunities, empowering you to stay at the forefront of industry trends and sharpen your skills.

Hours:

This is a full-time position operating under a hybrid model, with three days in the office and two days working remotely. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 09:00 to 18:00, with a one-hour lunch break.

For more details about the company and to apply please make sure you send your CV and cover letter via our website: www.argusmedia.com/en/careers/open-positions 

By submitting your job application, you automatically acknowledge and consent to the collection, use and/or disclosure of your personal data to the Company. Argus is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage diversity in the workplace regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status.