Argus is where smart people belong and where they can grow. We answer the challenge of illuminating markets and shaping new futures.
We are one of the world’s largest companies providing news, analysis and price information to commodities and energy markets. We report first-hand on what’s happening globally in the energy space – from hydrogen to coal, crude oil to green ammonia, carbon markets to wind farms. And we do the same for economically vital markets in agriculture, fertilizers, metals and chemicals. We employ almost 500 journalists worldwide and have 30 offices in Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, China, Japan, Singapore and North and South America.
What we’re looking for
An inquisitive, numerate and highly motivated journalist to join our European Natural Gas team in central London.
You will be a skilled writer, a lateral thinker as well as a logical one, driven by an interest in the economics of markets and how changing regulatory requirements impact commodity markets. You will be able to engage with contacts, develop relationships, and work collaboratively.
What is involved
The job is a challenging mix of: reporting on market movements, assessing prices, analysing data, producing expert analysis and writing breaking news.
We provide extensive training in good writing, market assessment, industry understanding, source development, and data analysis.
There are many opportunities to travel, to meet contacts, and to present papers at conferences and on webinars. There are also opportunities to work in other Argus offices around the world.
Reporting on and writing about markets is one of the most difficult and rewarding of all journalistic disciplines. Information is hard to find and verify; Argus customers expect the highest standards of analysis, accuracy and journalistic ethics; deadlines are unbreakable; and a mix of self-reliance and teamwork are essential. But working for Argus offers an outstanding grounding in many vital skillsets and areas of human knowledge, working on the frontiers of the energy transition and the future economics of the world.
If this is for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Key responsibilities
- Monitor and assess markets to produce news, price assessments, market commentaries and reports
- Analyse data to create insights into global commodities trade
- Daily contact with producers, traders and buyers and other key market sources to build relationships and gather market intelligence
- Find engaging ways to explain complex issues – including using charts and graphics as appropriate
- Help to build and curate data sets that help explain market dynamics
- Attend meetings, conferences and industry events to build contacts, report on news and represent Argus Media externally
Skills and experience
- A graduate with a strong degree
- Ability to develop, source and write news to deadline
- Excellent written, grammatical and numeracy skills
- European language skills an advantage: particularly Italian, German, French or Spanish
- Ability to analyse data and write engaging content
- Excellent communication skills with aptitude to network and build contacts
- Strong software skills, notably Excel, and ability to learn new software
- Strong co-ordination and time management skills with the ability to work well within a team
- Prior experience of working in the financial, energy, or journalism sector is useful but not essential
Attributes
- Demonstrable interest in global business and politics
- Self-motivated, able to use initiative and equipped with an inquisitive nature
- Strong social skills and team oriented
What’s in it for you?
Our rapidly growing, award-winning business offers a dynamic environment for talented, entrepreneurial professionals to achieve results and grow their careers. Argus recognizes and rewards successful performance and as an Investor in People, we promote professional development and retain a high-performing team committed to building our success.
- Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
- Group pension scheme
- Group healthcare and life assurance scheme
- Flexible working environment
- 25 days holiday with annual increase up to 30 days
- Subsidised gym membership
- Season ticket travel loans
- Cycle to work scheme
- Extensive internal and external training
- Working hours 10/11am-6/7pm
