Westminster Correspondent

National World Corporate

Date: 10 hours ago
City: Westminster, Colorado
Contract type: Full time
The Scotsman is seeking to recruit a Westminster Correspondent to lead unrivalled, agenda-setting coverage of Scottish affairs in London.

A senior political journalist with a contacts book to kill for, the successful candidate will be a proven story-getter with a string of exclusives to their name.

As comfortable filing accurately on deadline as they are networking in the corridors of power,

they will be a self-starter with excellent digital storytelling skills and a desire to win. Experience of video journalism is also an advantage.

First-class writing skills and news sense are a given, as well as the ability to work as part of the wider politics team.

Clock-watchers and those who wait to be told what to do need not apply.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become The Scotsman’s voice in London at a fascinating time for politics north and south of the Border.

Skills/experience

  • An experienced journalist, with an NCTJ qualification or equivalent experience and an understanding of the IPSO code
  • Authority in the field of UK and Scottish politics
  • Able to understand and react to digital analytics
  • Accurate and engaging writer
  • Able to create engaging digital Multimedia

successful candidates will be expected to work from the company's offices

National World is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment as an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. Consideration will be given to flexible working and job share options for all roles.
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