Researcher

A well-known media/publishing company is currently looking for a Researcher.

In this role, you will be responsible for a gathering information, scheduling and attending interviews, taking notes, and assisting with supplementary reporting activities.

Understanding of Japanese culture and some Japanese skill would be advantageous.

-------------------------------------------Eligible applicants:- (O) Eligible visa: Permanent residence, Spouse, Partner Visa - (X) NOT eligible: Student visa, Requiring visa sponsorship, YMS, GraduateWork type: Office base (Hybrid can be considered)Visa support: No -------------------------------------------TYPE: Permanent, full-timeWORKING HOURS: 9:00-17:00 from Monday to FridaySALARY: £30k-£40K depending on experience, plus good benefitsSTART: ASAPLOCATION: Central London Researcher Main Responsibilities:

Research

• Conduct research on a wide range of current affairs topics
• Report findings to correspondents clearly and concisely
• Prepare brief and effective summaries of assigned topics

Press Conferences / Interviews

• Attend press conferences, take notes, and report findings to the editorial bureau
• Schedule appointments and prepare in advance for interviews
• Conduct short interviews, both in person and by phone
• Gather information and comments from a broad range of sources on specified topics

Deadlines

• Work under pressure and meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced newsroom
• Adapt to the demands of a 24-hour news cycle

Other Ad-hoc Duties

• Provide general administrative support to the newsroom as required

Researcher Ideal Candidate:

Essential

• A demonstrable interest in Economics, Business, or Finance
• Preferably with a degree of either Economics, Business, or Finance
• Excellent command of English language
• Knowledge of Japanese culture and/or language, along with an understanding of corporate culture in Japan and Asia
• Strong attention to accuracy and detail
• Confidence in interacting with individuals at all levels
• Ability to present ideas clearly and efficiently
• A deep understanding of diversity and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with people from a wide range of backgrounds

Preferred

• Experience working in the media or in a research-related role
• Interest in European news, languages, and culture beyond the UK context

** All applicants for the Researchermust have the right to work in the country without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support. **We regret that we cannot accept applications from YMS, Graduate or Student visa holders.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.