Journalist - Financial Standard (Open to New Graduates)

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Overview

Financial Standard (www.financialstandard.com.au) is a leading trade publication, read by more than 22,000 financial advice, superannuation, life insurance and investment management professionals.

We are looking for a Journalist who will help maintain and grow the reputation of Financial Standard in content and research. In this role, you will generate content for both online, print and multimedia. Areas of interest will need to cover superannuation, tax, estate planning, financial planning, insurance, debt and practice management and investment but are not limited to these sectors.

Responsibilities

• Generate two to four news articles daily for the online masthead.
• Write in-depth and investigative feature articles for the print newspaper on a rotating roster, as well as mini-features or conference coverage as assigned by the managing editor.
• Approve all content and edit material for a journal title, produced once a year and weekly/monthly online.
• Attend industry conferences and events when necessary - may require some domestic travel.
• Provide the editor with assistance on multimedia content from time to time, including the Financial Standard podcast and video content opportunities.
• Liaise with multiple teams in the company, including the broader editorial team, as well as research and client services teams.
• Adhere to strict deadlines with tight turnaround times.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, media studies or similar
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a similar/financial journalism role; preferably on digital media while experience in print is a plus. New graduates are welcome to apply.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills as well as superb networking capabilities
• A genuine interest in or pre-existing knowledge of Australia's financial services industry
• Outstanding organizational and time management capabilities
• Ability to work under pressure or in a fast-paced environment, working to tight deadlines
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Word
• Strong attention to detail

Interested candidates must be able to provide examples of their writing upon request.

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What You Can Expect from Us

At ISS STOXX, our people are our driving force. We are committed to building a culture that values diverse skills, perspectives, and experiences. We hire the best talent in our industry and empower them with the resources, support, and opportunities to grow—professionally and personally.

Together, we foster an environment that fuels creativity, drives innovation, and shapes our future success.

Let’s empower, collaborate, and inspire.

Let’s be #BrilliantTogether.

About ISS STOXX

ISS STOXX GmbH is a leading provider of research and technology solutions for the financial market. Established in 1985, we offer top-notch benchmark and custom indices globally, helping clients identify investment opportunities and manage portfolio risks. Our services cover corporate governance, sustainability, cyber risk, and fund intelligence. Majority-owned by Deutsche Börse Group, ISS STOXX has over 3,400 professionals in 33 locations worldwide, serving around 6,400 clients, including institutional investors and companies focused on ESG, cyber, and governance risk. Clients trust our expertise to make informed decisions for their stakeholders' benefit. 

Specifically, Media at ISS STOXX comprises a highly regarded set of publications, digital assets, and research known for their editorial integrity, objectivity, and leadership within the industry, as well as a conference business in the retirement segment.

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