Deputy Editor, The Banker
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Deputy Editor, The Banker
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] – London – Hybrid
The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is seeking a Deputy Editor for The Banker to deliver coverage of global banking regulation and risk management. This is a high-impact role focused on cultivating senior regulatory sources and producing exclusive reporting, interviews and forward-looking analysis.
About Us
The [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy. At the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. For more details, see our benefits page.
The Role
The Banker is seeking a Deputy Editor to deliver agenda-setting coverage of global banking regulation and risk management. You will play a central role in shaping coverage priorities, contributing to The Banker’s Regulatory and Provision Tracker products.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor global banking regulators and supervisors, identifying emerging themes
- Build and maintain a strong network of senior sources
- Secure exclusive interviews and deliver forward-looking insight
- Pitch and deliver 3–4 stories per week
- Collaborate with the Risk and Regulation Editor
- Expand Tracker content through analysis and storytelling
- Deputise for the Risk and Regulation Editor when required
- Contribute to editing, commissioning and newsletter production
- Write beyond the core beat when needed
- Contribute to multimedia output including podcasts and video
- Represent The Banker at industry events
Required Skills and Experience
- Strong track record in financial or regulatory journalism
- Deep understanding of global banking regulation
- Proven track record to break exclusive stories
- Established network of high-level sources
- Strong analytical skills
- Excellent writing and editing skills
- Experience in a fast-paced newsroom
- Ability to handle multiple priorities
Desirable
- Experience with data-driven products or regulatory trackers
- Familiarity with multimedia storytelling
- Newsletter or subscription editorial experience
- Interest in climate risk, digital assets or financial stability
What’s in it for You?
Our benefits include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave, subsidised gym memberships. We have a 50% hybrid working model (2-3 days onsite). We are open to flexible working requests. For full details see here.
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