Business Reporter, Retail and Consumer Economy

The Boston Globe is seeking a smart and dynamic reporter to cover retail and the consumer economy.

This is a big, fun job. We’re looking for someone who can bring readers under the hood at brand-name local companies from Dunkin and CVS to New Balance and T.J. Maxx, someone who will be plugged in to Boston’s diverse restaurant scene and stay on top of local supermarket drama (we’ll explain later), someone who can chronicle the evolution of both brick‑and‑mortar retail and the on‑demand economy, someone who will regularly break news on some of New England’s most prominent institutions.

On top of that, we need a reporter who can step back and do smart stories about how we consume now, about how the internet and AI are changing our habits and how the high cost of, well, everything is impacting our communities and culture.

You’d be doing this at one of the biggest regional newspapers in the country, as part of a robust Business staff that emphasizes stories about how the economy affects the lives of everyday New Englanders. We are creative and collaborative, ambitious and enterprising. If that sounds like you, we’d love to meet.

The BGMP office is located in downtown Boston, near Faneuil Hall and Quincy Market, and is easily accessible by MBTA and commuter rail lines. This position is based in Boston, and candidates should be based in the area or willing to move.

The hourly rate for this role is $38.41 – $61.53.

• Conceive, report and write stories about retail and the consumer economy for both digital and print platforms of The Boston Globe.
• Track and own coverage of major public and private companies, develop sources across retail‑oriented industries and be able to spot and illuminate trends.
• Be able to execute stories that range from quick‑hit online news to long‑form enterprise, and be willing to pivot between the two.
• Collaborate with fellow reporters in Business, Metro, Express and Food, as well as colleagues in Audience, Photo, Video, Audio and Data Visualization to tell stories across platforms and reach the widest audience possible.

• At least three years of professional experience at a daily or real‑time news organization. Experience covering business, retail or the economy is a plus but not required.
• A digital‑first mindset and a willingness to tell stories across a variety of media.
• A collaborative spirit and a good sense of humor are non‑negotiable.
• Foreign language skills are not a requirement, but if you have them, please say so.
• A willingness to adapt and be audience focused, with a curious mindset and a commitment to creating an inclusive work environment.

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At Boston Globe Media, our mission is to empower, connect, and convene our communities with independent, trusted journalism and storytelling. We know a critical part of achieving this is by having a workforce that is representative of the communities we serve. Boston Globe Media is an equal opportunity employer that welcomes candidates and colleagues of all backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and skills.