Journalist

Senior Data Journalist - Editorial

Location: New York

We are currently seeking a Senior Data Journalist to join a welcoming, diverse, and growing team in New York. The successful candidate will collaborate with the news team to uncover and report on news stories using data. This role involves generating, analyzing, and visualizing internal and external data to provide insights, context, and in-depth reporting on activities and trends in the private investment sector.

Key Responsibilities:

- Create data visualizations, such as charts, graphics, maps, and interactive tools, to enhance storytelling.

- Research and gather relevant data from various sources, including internal databases, government, and industry sources.

- Verify and ensure the accuracy and integrity of the collected data.

- Utilize data analytical tools to identify trends and anomalies within data collections.

- Train other journalists to advance their skills in data journalism and programming; help develop workflows, processes, and systems around data analysis.

- Vet datasets and analyses through thorough research and interviews.

- Collaborate with reporters and/or subject matter experts for content development.

Who We Are:

Our client is a subscriber-focused business intelligence company with a multi-talented global team of over 440 individuals spread across EMEA, the USA, and Asia. Their mission is to inform and connect investment professionals across global, specialized markets. They identify high-growth, high-value investment sectors and themes where deep insight, strong market relationships, and active capital flows are critical for success.

What They Do:

The company provides industry-leading journalism, data, and market insight to subscribing clients through a wide portfolio of specialist brands supported by a robust digital publishing, analytics, and database platform. They track firms and individuals who shape markets and facilitate knowledge sharing, profile building, and relationship development through professional networks and events.

Requirements:

We are looking for candidates who are:

- Intellectually curious

- Adept storytellers with strong communication skills

- Highly organized, able to manage multiple deadlines

- Enthusiastic collaborators who actively seek input from colleagues

- Eager to mentor junior team members

Qualifications & Experience:

- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel and Python, or data visualization tools like Tableau.

- Knowledge of finance, financial markets, or economics.

- A bachelor's degree, preferably in data science, statistics, journalism, communications, marketing, or a related field.

- 3+ years of experience in an editorial or content environment is preferred.

Personal Attributes:

- Professional and highly communicative.

- Organized, data-savvy, and a natural researcher.

- Personable, proactive, and collaborative.

- Capable of working independently while incorporating feedback.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion:

Our client values diverse talent and welcomes applications from individuals of all backgrounds. They are an equal opportunity employer, and their inclusive culture is reflected at every stage of the recruitment journey. Please inform us during the initial stages of the recruitment process if you require any reasonable adjustments, and accommodations will be made.

The company supports flexible working arrangements and welcomes career returners.