Hybrid News Reporter at MoneySavingExpert

NEWS REPORTER
 

ABOUT US 

Every day, we push beyond expectations to help millions of people save money, at a time when it’s never mattered more. Through MoneySuperMarket, MoneySavingExpert, Quidco and our B2B partnerships we supply products to more than 24 million unique monthly visitors, helping UK households to save billions of pounds a year. Can you tell this is something we’re exceptionally proud of!

Creative, collaborative, ambitious – it’s hard work. But what makes it worth it? Leaving work knowing we’ve made a difference to our customers, users, and to each other. 

Put our distinct brands together with our dedicated colleagues and you’ve got a workplace with lots of personality. We’re open-minded, diverse, and love our differences. Everyone plays a part, and comes together to work hard, go beyond, and make sure everyone feels they belong.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for a News Reporter to join MoneySavingExpert.

MoneySavingExpert.com’s News and Investigations Team covers breaking news and conducts in-depth investigations across a wide range of personal finance and consumer topics. 

You’ll work across a variety of content – from fast-paced urgent stories to long-form investigations across everything from banking to travel, and savings to shopping. You will bring fresh ideas, write news people can use and execute your stories in an engaging and accessible way. 

You’ll also be helping to deliver content for the weekly ‘Money Tips’ email, the MSE app, and our WhatsApp channel – all different ways to get users the information they need to better manage their finances. 

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

•  You will be pitching, researching and writing news stories and investigations that make a difference to our readers in an engaging way with absolute attention to detail and accuracy. 

• Championing news within MoneySavingExpert and helping us break big stories which are picked up elsewhere.  

• Playing an active role in pushing MSE’s campaigns agenda. 

• Writing, and where necessary, updating guides on newsworthy topics. 

• Contributing content to the weekly email – ‘The Tip’, which reaches over 8 million people per week.  

• Contributing towards other mediums we use to communicate to readers, including the MSE app and the MSE WhatsApp channel.  

• Helping the team to analyse performance data to better learn how best to reach our audiences. 

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Proven experience as a news reporter. 

• An appetite to pitch and break big news stories. 

• An ability to bring to life often-complex subjects. 

• Good understanding of online journalism, with some experience using analytics, search optimisation and social media.  

• Attention to detail. 

• Proven experience working to tight deadlines, with strong time management and prioritisation skills. 

• The ability to muck in as a team player to get tasks done.  

WHAT REWARDS ARE ON OFFER 

• Up to 27 holidays + bank holidays

• Pension up to 6% employer contribution

• Bonus scheme

• Digital Doctor on demand

• Work from anywhere scheme – 2 weeks per year

• Financial coaching

• Mental health platform access

HOW WE’LL INVEST IN YOU 

We’re invested in your development. Expect mentorship, training, and opportunities to expand your skill set, including access to your own individual LinkedIn Learning license with access to over 16,000 courses. 

INTERVIEW PROCESS 
1. 30mins call to run through your experience and the role in more depth

2. 60mins interview. A timed task will be sent out prior to this interview stage and asked to be returned. The task will be discussed, along with both competency and behavioural questions.

At MONY Group, we believe in the strength of diversity and see inclusion as a strategic advantage. Our values guide us in creating a workplace where fairness and equity is a reality for all. We’re committed to minimising systemic bias and creating a level playing field for all candidates. 

Contact us for reasonable accommodations in the application process, no need to disclose your disability or condition, just specify your needs. Unsure what to ask for? We can guide you through available accommodations. 

We understand that job adverts only say so much and you’re likely to have a lot of questions. If you’d like to know more before applying such as more on hybrid working, salary, our parental leave policy etc, please just let us know, and we’ll be happy to help. You can contact the recruiter for this role, Kim at [email protected] 

We believe that success isn’t solely defined by ticking boxes on a skills checklist. We encourage your application, so we can discover your skills and experience that will help you succeed in this role.