Location
London

Hours
Part-time, two days per week with flexibility for the right candidate

Salary
Not specified

About the Role
The Banker, a Financial Times publication, is seeking a tenacious and analytically-minded Financial Investigations Reporter to join its editorial team. This role focuses on Strategy Monitor, The Banker's section dedicated to high-impact coverage of the biggest strategic challenges facing banks globally. You will identify trends, analyse bank performance and business strategies, and produce clear, authoritative long-form journalism for a senior professional audience. The successful candidate will combine strong reporting instincts with analytical rigour, using financial data, industry knowledge and well-developed sources to produce original, compelling stories. Working closely with the digital editor and wider editorial team, you will help develop engaging editorial formats, including visual storytelling, newsletters and special reports that deliver value for subscribers. This is a six-month fixed-term contract with a part-time commitment of two days per week, offering flexibility for the right candidate.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups.

Additional Information
We have embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. We are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests where feasible. We are a disability confident employer and a Valuable 500 signatory, committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the application and interview process.

Experience
- Proven experience as a financial journalist with a strong understanding of the banking sector and financial technology trends
- Exceptional writing and editing skills, producing concise, high-impact analysis for a professional audience
- Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks and economic forces shaping the banking industry
- Experience interviewing senior executives and industry experts to support original reporting
- Confidence reviewing and interpreting financial datasets to inform and strengthen journalism
- Strong organisational skills and ability to work effectively in a fast-paced editorial environment
- Collaborative approach with interest in developing content that supports subscriber engagement

Desirable Experience
- Experience collaborating on charts, infographics or other visual storytelling formats
- Experience covering corporate strategy, banking strategy or financial services business models
- Familiarity with newsletter or special report formats for a professional or subscriber audience

About you
Analytical, curious and tenacious with a passion for producing original, authoritative journalism. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are motivated to deliver high-quality content that informs and engages a senior professional audience.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated but a strong background in financial journalism and relevant industry knowledge is essential.