News Reporter, Global Arbitration Review

Job Description

Salary: Competitive, DoEGlobal Arbitration Review (GAR) isthe worlds leading resource for practitioners of international arbitration - amethod of dispute resolution that is used to settle some of the worlds mostimportant cross-border commercial conflicts.We provide news, analysis, debateand specialist guides about an area of law that is underreported and oftenpoorly understood by the popular press. Law Business Research is committedto supporting a diverse workforce and inclusive workplace, where we can allbeourselves and succeed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. GAR reports on claims brought byinvestors against foreign governments, big-ticket commercial disputes betweenmultinationals, and politically sensitive state-to-state disputes such asboundaryconflicts. These cases take place outside national courts and oftenout of the public eye. We also report on the community of practitioners andarbitrators who handle these cases, tracking their professional moves.We are looking for a News Reporterto join ourexperienced and close-knit team. This is an exciting opportunity todevelop your journalism skills within an international organisation working ona global scale. What would you be doingWe are looking for intellectuallycurious individuals who can research andwrite news and other content to a highdegree of accuracy. Relying on legal documents, regulatory filings and accessto the best sources in the field, you will craft news stories in a style andtone that cuts through jargon and spin to deliver a satisfying readto anexpert audience. You will mainly be writing newsstories to daily deadlines but will also be expected to assist on largerresearch projects and other signature annual surveys, all under the directionof the editor. You will need to be highlyliterate andable to absorb complex legal decisions, find the news angle withinthem, and turn them into readable stories at short notice. You will also needto network with professional contacts and cultivate sources so as to obtainreliable information on under-the-radarand otherwise confidential disputes.A background in law orprofessional writing experience is preferred. There will be opportunities forworldwide travel to report on events, including our own acclaimed conferences.What we are looking for:Minimum of a 2:1degreePostgraduatelaw or journalismdegreeMinimum of 2 years experience injournalism or a related endeavourAn internationaloutlookKnowledge of internationalbusiness, particularly cross-border disputes or disputes-proneindustriesExperience writing for lawyers orabout court matters(ideally)Some knowledge of arbitration(preferred but not essential)Excellent communication skills,both written and verbalNatural curiosityStrong writing skillsWillingness to learnIn return we can offer you arewarding career with personal and professional developmentin addition to acompetitive salary with an excellent benefits package that includes: 25 days holidayPrivate healthcareCycle to Work schemeSeason ticket loanGym membershipLife AssurancePensionTo apply, please send your CV,cover letter explaining why you aresuitable for this role and writing samplesvia the APPLY button below. We look forward to receiving your application.