Newton Media Ltd is hiring a freelance Senior Reporter for Intelligent Insurer to cover the global re/insurance industry. You will be responsible for producing unique, accurate, and relevant content for a professional global audience, reporting directly to the Editor as part of a remote-first, international team.

What You'll Do

Research, break, and write engaging daily news stories.
Produce high-quality features based on financial data and company analysis.
Develop original editorial ideas from concept to publication.
Interview senior executives and build strong industry relationships.
Turn press releases and reports into compelling editorial content.
Upload stories across multiple CMS platforms.
Support the production and distribution of newsletters.
Source and edit images using Canva or similar tools.
Apply SEO best practice to maximise visibility and reach.
Help keep event and publication content up to date online.

What We're Looking For

5+ years’ experience as a senior reporter or editor.
Good news sense and headline writing ability.
Proven ability to write clean, accurate copy at pace.
Experience working with press releases, raw news feeds, and transforming them into engaging stories.
Solid editorial judgement and the confidence to pitch original angles.
A deep understanding of data and financial reports in the context of large companies.
The ability to translate financial information into unique, readable reports and features.
A strong grasp of digital publishing, SEO, and CMS tools (e.g., WordPress, Wix, Blaze).
Image sourcing and editing skills (Canva or similar).
The ability to manage competing deadlines calmly and professionally.
Excellent organisational and communication skills, telephone manner.
A sharp eye for detail and a commitment to editorial integrity.
Degree level qualification in media, journalism or related subjects.
Fluent English speaker.
Proficient at using different IT systems including Microsoft Office, Google G-Suite, website CMS’s (WordPress or similar) and able to pick up technology easily.

Nice to Have

Friendly, honest and easy to work with.
Ready to hit the ground running.
Open to feedback and committed to growth.
Able to take initiative and own their beat.
Curious, driven, and serious about journalism.
Comfortable working from home.

Technical Stack

WordPress
Wix
Blaze
Canva
Microsoft Office
Google G-Suite

Team & Environment

You will be part of a global editorial team, reporting directly to the Editor. The company culture is remote-first, international and built on trust and autonomy, valuing independence, collaboration and producing journalism that genuinely informs senior decision-makers.