At a Glance
- Tasks: Break major business stories and produce compelling features for a wide audience.
- Company: Join Nine, Australia's largest locally owned media company with a strong impact.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible work options, generous parental leave, and exclusive employee perks.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace that values fresh ideas and perspectives.
- Why this job: Make your mark in Australian media while uncovering original stories and trends.
- Qualifications: Experience in business reporting and a knack for turning complex topics into clear narratives.
The predicted salary is between 72000 - 88000 $ per year.
Company Description
Nine is Australia’s largest locally owned media company.
We are home to premium, trusted news, sport and entertainment.
Nine’s assets span free‑to‑air television, free and paid streaming, publishing and digital audio, and digital outdoor and retail media.
Our content reaches almost every Australian - meaning what we do has real impact.
We bring people together, celebrate the big moments, and capture the everyday ones.
As our iconic and emerging brands continue to evolve, we offer unique opportunities for you to bring fresh ideas, innovate, and make your mark on the future of Australian media.
Job Description
Reporting to the Business Editor of The Sydney Morning Herald and The Age as part of the National Business team, this role is responsible for driving agenda-setting business and consumer coverage through daily scoops, deep‑dive features and sharp analysis.
We are seeking a self‑motivated, relentlessly curious journalist who thrives on uncovering original stories and turning complex topics into compelling narratives for a broad audience.
Day to day you will
- Break major original business and consumer news stories across print and digital platforms.
- Produce compelling features and insightful analysis on corporate, economic and social trends.
- Cultivate and maintain an extensive network of high‑level industry sources.
- Translate complex financial data into clear, engaging narratives for a broad audience.
- Collaborate with photo, audiovisual, and cross‑masthead newsroom teams.
- Ensure all published content maintains high ethical standards and legal compliance.
- Present stories on camera for videos, podcasts and social media channels as required.
What you’ll bring
- Significant experience in business reporting with a strong track record of breaking news.
- Deep knowledge of the Australian corporate landscape and financial information.
- First‑rate news judgment with the ability to turn complex topics into clear stories.
- Exceptional written communication, time management and deadline‑driven skills.
- Collaborative mindset with experience working effectively across multi‑platform teams.
- Additional Information
- How we work
At Nine, our flexible work options vary by role and team.
Depending on the position, this may include flexible hours, hybrid work, or part‑time arrangements.
We welcome discussing your flexibility needs during the hiring process – just ask the Talent Acquisition team.
Our employee benefits include
- 18 weeks paid parental leave with no distinction between primary and secondary carers
- Access to ‘Employee Exclusives’ program - a way of getting closer to our incredible brands, offering unique experiences, behind‑the‑scenes access, and awesome perks.
- Digital newspaper subscription to our mastheads
- Annual gift voucher for Stan subscription
- More info at Nine Careers
- Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
We’re committed to a safe, respectful and inclusive Nine.
From day one, you’ll be encouraged to bring your whole self to work and will be supported to perform at your best.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, and of all ages, genders, nationalities, backgrounds and cultures as we recognise the importance and value of diverse perspectives.
Should you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, please advise us when you apply.
Work rights
Please note to apply for this role you must already have the right to lawfully work and live in Australia.
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