Reporter

Job Overview

Dow Jones Newswires seeks two reporters based in Doha to cover business, finance, economics, and market developments throughout the Middle East. The successful candidates will join a regional team supporting broader EMEA news operations. They will be responsible for breaking news on capital flows, private equity executive moves, and market scoops related to private markets and energy sectors.

Primary Responsibilities

• Deliver exclusive breaking news that attracts and engages a professional readership by sourcing new and existing market information.
• Provide rapid market analysis through concise headlines and comprehensive thematic articles.
• Contribute globally by extracting insightful details from regional events to produce impactful English content for daily reports.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across Newswires and The Wall Street Journal to maintain the highest journalistic standards and ethics.

Key Duties

• Identify and report news that is critical to financial professionals, prioritizing disclosed information.
• Summarize complex subjects into clear, intelligent briefs accompanied by analysis relevant to investors.
• Address the specific informational needs of Newswires’ main audiences effectively.
• Communicate accurately and professionally within a high-demand, fast-paced environment.

Candidate Profile

• Possess at least two to three years of pertinent reporting experience.
• Demonstrate a well-developed sense of urgency and composure under pressure.
• Show intellectual curiosity about Middle Eastern markets and a strong drive to learn.
• Capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously while fostering teamwork.
• Exhibit excellent written English skills; proficiency in Arabic is advantageous but not mandatory.

Additional Information

Dow Jones is committed to equal opportunity employment, welcoming applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, nationality, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. Reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities are available during the application and interview process. Applicants requiring assistance should contact the recruitment team via email, specifying "Reasonable Accommodation" and describing the needed support. This recruitment is for a non-union role.

About Dow Jones

Dow Jones is a leading global news and business information provider operating across print, digital, mobile, and live platforms for over 130 years. Its portfolio includes the Wall Street Journal, Barron's, MarketWatch, and more, serving consumers and organizations worldwide. Dow Jones is a division of News Corp, traded on Nasdaq and ASX.