Journalist/Correspondent, The Business Times

About Us

SPH Media's mission is to be the trusted source of news and lifestyle content in Singapore and Asia. One of our core purposes is to produce credible, balanced, and objective news and analysis, always with a view to uphold the public good and fostering an informed, engaged citizenry.

We welcome talented individuals to join us and grow a career in a vibrant and collaborative environment built around a culture of respect and inclusivity.

As an employer, we are committed to rewarding our people fairly and developing them in their careers.

About the role

Singapore's premier business daily, The Business Times is looking for a talented, enterprising and digitally-savvy reporter to join the team.

As a journalist, you will produce business content across print, digital, audio and video platforms of The Business Times in a fast-paced environment. You should be numerate, interested in business models, and how industries connect to the macroeconomic environment. You must be able to respond to short-term deadlines and manage long-term projects.

Technical skills can be trained and honed, but strong writing and analytical skills are prerequisites. Applicants should be confident in developing sources, quick at spotting trends and ready to seize business scoops. They should be driven by curiosity, willing to collaborate with colleagues and embrace a growth mindset.

Applicants with a few years of experience in financial or business writing or relevant working experience in the industry covering news including macroeconomics, banking, SMEs, companies reporting, technology and startups will be preferred. Recent graduates with investing knowledge are welcome to apply.

Key Requirements

• Relevant degree in Communications, New Media, Business, Finance, Journalism or any relevant fields
• Sharp news sense with a good understanding of content management for multiple platforms
• Effectively bilingual in English and any other Asian language.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with various stakeholders.
• Ability to produce quality work in a fast-paced environment