Law Reporter, Ignites

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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.

The successful candidate will join an established, successful, and profitable Financial Times publication with more than 110,000 paying readers. The position is based in the Financial Times’ Manhattan office and includes some travel for industry conferences.

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
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Flexibility and creativity in storytelling across multiple media platforms

Note: Prior financial journalism experience is not required; candidates with a strong interest in the subject matter are encouraged to apply.

What’s in it for you? Our benefits

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.

We’ve embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible.

Accessibility

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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.

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