Managing Editor for Australia and New Zealand - Sydney

Overview

Bloomberg News, recognized globally as a leading financial and business news organization, excels in delivering precise and timely news on financial markets, from day-to-day updates to comprehensive analytical features. We emphasize quality and accuracy, ensuring investors receive actionable news, which drives our continuous innovation.

We are currently seeking a motivated Managing Editor to lead our Australia and New Zealand news coverage. This critical leadership position within our Asia-Pacific newsroom involves nurturing a culture committed to breaking scoops and encouraging inventive enterprise, making our news a fundamental part of influential conversations in the ANZ region.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee editorial quality and ensure prompt, high-standard news production throughout Australia and New Zealand.
• Manage daily news workflows, coordinating efforts among breaking news, enterprise, and corporate news teams.
• Expand corporate coverage by pinpointing key figures and trends relevant to our audience.
• Motivate journalists and editors to pursue unique, agenda-setting stories with international significance.
• Provide mentorship to journalists to improve their reporting, writing, and analytical thinking.
• Make rapid, sound editorial decisions, particularly in high-pressure or uncertain situations.
• Act as the editorial liaison for Australia and New Zealand, collaborating extensively with regional and global teams.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of seven years' recent experience in financial journalism.
• At least three years of leadership experience managing newsroom teams.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and regions.
• Exceptional editing skills, capable of refining both urgent breaking news and in-depth long-form articles.
• A record of consistent career advancement within media organizations.
• Strong organizational abilities and adeptness at managing multiple priorities concurrently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with capability to foster strong relationships and influence decision-making.
• Ability to perform effectively and remain calm under pressure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within the Australia and New Zealand media landscape is preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with video production or podcasting is an advantage.

Life at Bloomberg

Bloomberg is a dynamic global company with a richly diverse workforce. We value openness, inclusivity, and collaboration, creating an environment where employees can thrive. Our comprehensive benefits package includes competitive compensation, extensive healthcare coverage, and supportive programs for various life stages such as parental leave and retirement plans.