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Job Location: Southern Queensland / Sydney / Brisbane, Australia

Please note you must have the right to work in Australia to apply for this role.

What will you be doing?

We are looking for a Market/Senior Reporter for a maternity cover to cover the domestic agriculture markets, including livestock and meat through commodity price assessments, analysis, and news coverage, maintaining and expanding the contact base and representing Argus at industry events. The reporter will also aid with the development of market coverage alongside the deputy editor and the global agriculture editorial team.

This role will require a collaborative approach, working with team reporters and industry stakeholders to report on markets. It requires self-motivation and the initiative to drive projects forward with the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Commodities industry experience would be an advantage but is optional. Intelligence, curiosity, writing ability and a genuine desire to produce quality journalism are the primary qualities we look for in a diverse pool of candidates.

• Monitor and assess fast-moving cattle and beef markets to produce price assessments and intelligence, market commentaries, news, analysis, and reports.
• Establish strong relationships with key members of the beef industry and business leaders through meetings and daily communications to gain an in-depth understanding of your market.
• Proactively generate news leads and pitch stories, contribute copy to the relevant publication and the online news service, and contribute to unique content (blog posts, white papers, webinars, podcasts, etc.).
• Collaborate with colleagues on the desk and other teams to enhance and drive coverage.
• Attend meetings, conferences, and industry events to build contacts, report on news and represent Argus in the industry.
• Build your industry expertise and writing skills to provide readers with first-class market insights and analysis.

To learn more about the report this role covers, please click on the below link:
https://www.argusmedia.com/en/agriculture
https://www.argusmedia.com/en/agriculture/argus-agrimarkets

What we’re looking for in you

• The ability to develop, verify and write industry-relevant news/content to deadline.
• Interest in and enthusiasm for agricultural commodities, global business, politics, and economics.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Office Suite with experience in Excel.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to network and build contacts with industry executives.
• Able to work independently while engaging and collaborating in line with the Argus values: Excellence, Integrity, Partnership, and Inclusivity.
• Prior experience working in the commodities or journalism sector is helpful but not essential.

What’s in it for you

• Work within a highly motivated team with an industry leader and rapidly growing global company.
• Competitive salary in line with education, experience, and skills.
• Hybrid working model.
• Career development and progression opportunities.
• 20 days annual leave (prorated based on tenure).
• Ongoing training, mentoring and development opportunities.
• Employee Welfare & Employee Assistance Programme.

Travel

• Cover client meetings, conferences, and events (5-10% of domestic/overseas travel is expected).

Hours

• Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m.
• Earlier or later hours, or weekend hours, may be expected on occasion.