News Reporter, Global Arbitration Review

Job Description

Salary: Competitive, DoEGlobal Arbitration Review (GAR) is the worldsleading resource for practitioners of international arbitration - a method ofdispute resolution that is used to settle some of the worlds most importantcross-border commercial conflicts.We provide news, analysis, debate andspecialist guides about an area of law that is underreported and often poorlyunderstood by the popular press.Law Business Research is committed to supporting adiverse workforce and inclusive workplace, where we can allbe ourselves andsucceed. We welcome applications from all backgrounds.GAR reports on claims brought by investors againstforeign governments, big-ticket commercial disputes between multinationals, andpolitically sensitive state-to-state disputes such as boundaryconflicts. Thesecases take place outside national courts and often out of the public eye. Wealso report on the community of practitioners and arbitrators who handle thesecases, tracking their professional moves.We are looking for a News Reporter to join ourexperiencedand close-knit team. This is an exciting opportunity to developyour journalism skills within an international organisation working on a globalscale.What would you be doingWe are looking for intellectually curiousindividuals who can research and write newsand other content to a high degreeof accuracy. Relying on legal documents, regulatory filings and access to thebest sources in the field, you will craft news stories in a style and tone thatcuts through jargon and spin to deliver a satisfying read to an expertaudience.You will mainly be writing news stories to dailydeadlines but will also be expected to assist on larger research projects andother signature annual surveys, all under the direction of theeditor.You will need to be highly literate and able toabsorbcomplex legal decisions, find the news angle within them, and turn theminto readable stories at short notice. You will also need to network withprofessional contacts and cultivate sources so as to obtain reliableinformation on under-the-radar and otherwiseconfidential disputes.A background in law or professional writingexperience is preferred. There will be opportunities for worldwide travel toreport on events, including our own acclaimed conferences.What we are looking for:Minimum of a 2:1 degreePostgraduatelaw or journalism degreeMinimum of 2 years experience in journalism or arelated endeavourAn international outlookKnowledge of international business, particularlycross-border disputes or disputes-prone industriesExperience writing for lawyers or about courtmatters(ideally)Some knowledge of arbitration (preferred but notessential)Excellent communication skills, both written andverbalNatural curiosityStrong writing skillsWillingness to learnIn return we can offer you a rewarding career withpersonal and professional developmentin addition to a competitive salary withan excellent benefits package that includes:25 days holidayPrivate healthcareCycle to Work schemeSeason ticket loanGym membershipLife AssurancePensionTo apply, please send your resume and cover letterexplaining why youare suitable for this role via the apply now button below.We look forward to receiving your application.