TL;DR

Financial Data Journalist (Banking/Financial Services): Producing insightful, data-driven journalism focused on global banking and financial services with an accent on trend identification, bank performance analysis, and business strategy coverage. Focus on developing authoritative stories through data analysis, interviews, and visual storytelling for a senior professional audience.

Location: London, UK with a 50% hybrid working model

Company

The Financial Times is a leading global news organisation known for authoritative, accurate journalism and a collaborative culture supporting career growth and diversity.

What you will do

  • Research, analyse and write data-supported stories on banking and financial services.
  • Identify emerging trends and provide original insights on bank performance and business models.
  • Develop and maintain strong industry sources and conduct executive interviews.
  • Collaborate on charts, infographics, and data visualisations to enhance storytelling.
  • Contribute to newsletters, special reports, and subscriber-focused editorial content.
  • Work closely with editorial teams to deliver high-quality journalism under tight deadlines.

Requirements

  • Location: London, UK with hybrid work (2-3 days onsite)
  • Proven financial journalism experience with strong knowledge of banking and fintech trends.
  • Excellent writing and editing skills for a professional audience.
  • Understanding of banking regulatory frameworks and economic forces.
  • Experience interviewing senior executives and industry experts.
  • Strong organisational skills for fast-paced editorial environments.

Nice to have

  • Experience analysing financial datasets to support reporting.
  • Experience creating or collaborating on charts and infographics.

Culture & Benefits

  • 50% hybrid working model fostering trust and peer learning.
  • Generous annual leave and inclusive parental leave packages.
  • Medical cover and subsidised gym memberships.
  • Supportive, diverse, and inclusive workplace culture.
  • Commitment to accessibility and reasonable adjustments.