Global Economics Editor, Reuters Breakingviews 

We are willing to consider both New York and London as locations for this key position.

We’re looking for a world-class economics columnist to lead our coverage of central banks and markets.

This is a unique opportunity to set the agenda on macroeconomic policy and its interaction with financial markets as part of Breakingviews and the wider Reuters network. Working closely with the Global Editor, you will be involved in our most high-profile initiatives including our daily flagship column, The Big View, our podcasts, events, and much more.

You must have razor-sharp analytical skills, a deep knowledge of economic theory and policy, a proven track record of writing about economics and markets at the highest level, and an established base of senior contacts among policymakers and money managers. Above all, you must possess the ability to slice through complex concepts to deliver lively and engaging arguments to a sophisticated audience.

About the Role

As Global Economics Editor, Reuters Breakingviews you will:

Research and write punchy and original views on economics and markets that set the agenda for our global customers.

Develop and maintain contacts with senior policymakers, investors and economic thinkers.

Work with the Breakingviews team of editors and columnists - and Reuters’ global network - to shape coverage of economics and markets, develop ideas, and knit together cross-border themes. 

Present your ideas in fresh and engaging ways across all forms of media.

About You

You're a fit for the role of Global Economics Editor, Reuters Breakingviews if you have:

A proven understanding of global economic policy and its interaction with financial markets.

A track record of delivering strong, well-argued opinions to tight deadlines.

A base of high-level contacts among central bankers and policymakers, investors and other influential thinkers.

Experience of presenting your views to a sophisticated financial audience.

Please note: Complete applications must be submitted by Sunday 9th March 2025. Early applications are encouraged.

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What's in it for you

At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth: 

Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities  

Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists 

Benefits: We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days 

Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories. 

About Reuters

Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.  

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In the United States, Thomson Reuters offers a comprehensive benefits package to our employees. Our benefit package includes market competitive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance programs, as well as a competitive 401k plan with company match. In addition, Thomson Reuters offers market leading work life benefits with competitive vacation, sick and safe paid time off, paid holidays (including two company mental health days off), parental leave, sabbatical leave. These benefits meet or exceeds the requirements of paid time off in accordance with any applicable state or municipal laws. Finally, Thomson Reuters offers the following additional benefits: optional hospital, accident and sickness insurance paid 100% by the employee; optional life and AD&D insurance paid 100% by the employee; Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts; fitness reimbursement; access to Employee Assistance Program; Group Legal Identity Theft Protection benefit paid 100% by employee; access to 529 Plan; commuter benefits; Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance; Tuition Reimbursement; and access to Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations.
Eligible office location(s) for this role include one or more of the following: New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and/or Irvine, CA; McLean, VA; Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $146,790 - $272,610.
This role may also be eligible for an Annual Bonus based on a combination of enterprise and individual performance.
Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills and experience with consideration given to internal equity. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive Total Reward program which also includes flexible and supportive benefits and other wellbeing programs.

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