White House Accountability Reporter (Level 1 Journalist)

 

 

Reuters is looking for an aggressive reporter with demonstrated investigative chops and the ability to develop high-level sourcing to lead our efforts to scrutinize the actions and ethical entanglements of the White House and its key actors.

We are looking for someone who is hungry to get below the surface of official decision-making and to identify who is influencing and benefitting – financially or otherwise – from government actions and access. A pre-existing source network in Washington is a major plus, as is the ability to write clearly and compellingly on complex topics. A high metabolism and collaborative spirit are essential, as this reporter would work closely with the Reuters White House team, members of the Washington bureau generally and with members of our financial and companies coverage teams.

About the Role

As White House Accountability Reporter, you will: 

• Deliver short- and medium-term investigative scoops on the White House, its key actions and actors 
• Work closely and collaboratively with the Reuters White House team and others who cover the federal government and national politics, plus finance and companies.
• Cultivate deep, well-placed sourcing within the Trump administration and beyond to reveal the hidden machinations of federal decision-making.

About You

You’re a fit for the role of White House Accountability Reporter if you have: 

• A strong track record of developing reliable sources in competitive environments – or better yet, come with an existing rolodex of administration sources. 
• A hunger to deliver scoops and drive the news agenda.
• The capacity to report thoroughly for high-impact accountability and enterprise stories.
• An eagerness to work within and across teams.
• Understanding and appreciation of storytelling mediums beyond text.

***Please note the job application deadline is January 31. Early applications are encouraged!

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What’s in it For You?

At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth:

• Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities.

• Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists.

• Industry Competitive Benefits:  We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days.

• Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories.

About Reuters

Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers.

 

 

Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations. Eligible office location(s) for this role include one or more of the following: New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and/or Irvine, CA; McLean, VA; Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $72,000 USD - $130,000 USD.

About Thomson Reuters

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