Location
London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
IFR is seeking a credit market reporter to cover breaking news and major themes across the fixed income market, delivering valuable and insightful content for clients on IFR's website, magazine and Workspace LSEG platforms. This is a 6-month fixed-term contract covering paternity leave. The successful candidate will focus mainly on EMEA markets and will work independently to develop sources and relationships while collaborating across teams within the wider editorial group on cross-asset and cross-border stories. Responsibilities include writing and editing high-quality content for IFR Magazine and LSEG’s Workspace platform, delivering insightful and timely coverage of fixed-income markets with clarity and impact, breaking news and providing real-time updates on deals, pricing, and market trends. The role involves working alongside a team of credit market reporters in a supportive and inclusive environment and collaborating with colleagues across departments to ensure consistent, engaging coverage. Contributions to a variety of LSEG publications and platforms, including real-time services, are also expected.

Why Join Us?
We offer flexible working to support work-life balance and foster an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives and experiences. Join a dynamic organisation of 25,000 people across 65 countries where your individuality is valued and you can bring your true self to work. LSEG is committed to sustainability, innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. We provide a range of tailored benefits including healthcare, retirement planning, paid volunteering days, and wellbeing initiatives. Our culture is built on values of Integrity, Partnership, Excellence, and Change, guiding our decisions and everyday actions.

Experience
A strong editorial background with experience in financial journalism is essential. The ideal candidate is a proactive storyteller who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

About you
You are a motivated journalist with strong interpersonal and communication skills, comfortable engaging with senior bankers, investors, and other participants in the bond market. You are a collaborative leader who values teamwork and knowledge-sharing, with a commitment to accuracy, integrity, and thoughtful analysis.

Qualifications
Relevant qualifications or demonstrable experience in financial journalism are expected. A commitment to continuous learning and professional development is highly valued.