Law Reporter, Ignites

The role / Position overview

Ignites, an online daily from the Financial Times, is seeking a reporter to join its team covering the retail fund industry. This role focuses on reporting on lawsuits filed by and against asset-management companies and decoding litigation trends impacting the industry.

Ignites is a best-in-class publication covering the mutual fund, ETF, and 401(k) marketplaces and serves as a go-to source for industry decision-makers.

Key responsibilities

• Cover lawsuits and legal developments involving asset-management companies
• Analyze and report on litigation trends affecting the retail fund industry
• Break news and produce high-impact stories for a specialized audience
• Develop and maintain a strong network of industry sources
• Generate story ideas and contribute to editorial discussions
• Collaborate with a team of journalists to deliver must-have content
• Present content across multiple formats including print, graphics, and video
• Engage with senior-level industry executives and attend relevant conferences

Required skills / experience

• 3–5 years of journalism experience preferred
• Experience reviewing lawsuits and legal filings
• Shown ability to develop and cultivate a network of sources
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Interest in covering financial services, asset management, or related topics
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Flexibility and creativity in storytelling across multiple media platforms

What’s in it for you?

• Our benefits vary by location, but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices.
• These include generous annual leave, health coverage, 401k and company match, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community.
• Full details of our benefits are available here.

Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process by contacting talent@ft.com.

Further information

A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $71,000–$80,000. The final offer will depend on factors including skills, experience, and business needs. This range applies to the NYC office.

This position is represented by the Writers Guild of America East.