Key responsibilities:

• Ensuring that News24 sets the local business news agenda by covering all the key developments in Corporate South Africa, the economy, and financial markets.
• Commissioning, writing and editing articles that are legally sound, accurate and engaging.
• Managing, supporting and developing team members.

Skills and Competencies:

• The successful candidate is an experienced business journalist with a strong track record of covering financial topics.
• Clear understanding of markets and South Africa’s corporate sector, with a large network of expert contacts in various sectors.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• A demonstrated commitment to the highest standard of journalism and ethical reporting.
• Exceptional writing, editing, and fact-checking abilities under tight deadlines.
• Strong storytelling skills, and the ability to translate complex technical topics into accessible articles with visual components.
• Skilled in planning, executing, and leading successful projects.

Qualifications and experience:

• At least 7 years’ experience as a financial journalist.
• A proven track record in companies reporting.
• Management experience.
• A relevant tertiary qualification.
• Digital experience in a business news environment is recommended.