Transport Correspondent

The Times is seeking a transport correspondent to cover one of the most important beats in journalism.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding reporter with a track record of exclusives, a forensic eye for weighty Whitehall documents and an insatiable interest in a subject that affects the lives of everyone. You must be ready to spot stories, understand human interest and cultivate contacts, from government ministers to lobbyists and protest groups.

Please apply with a covering letter and your CV by October 19.

• Bring in regular exclusives and maintain excellent contacts in the transport field
• Write stories in a distinctive and engaging way that meets the brief from the commissioning editor and to the required length
• Command respect and authority on the subject of transport and communicate that knowledge effectively in print, digital, radio and television as a representative of The Times
• Be a self-starter and pitch strong ideas for all sections across print and digital
• Able to write across all sections and platforms seamlessly with particular attention to digital
• Have a strong knowledge of social media and an ability to use it to increase our readership
• Regularly pitch and contribute to digital packages that increase engagement and support subscriber growth
• Collaborate with production colleagues in design, pictures and sub-editing on elements that enhance the stories you write

• Experience working as a writer for a national newspaper or magazine
• Demonstrable passion and interest in transport
• Strong contacts within the sector and a proven ability to bring in exclusive stories
• Experience in digital and a commitment to growing our digital audience
• Able to work autonomously and to strict deadlines
• Excellent presentation skills and able to communicate succinctly and effectively
• Experience working collaboratively
• A strong understanding of editorial compliance and regulatory issues

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• Maternity leave up to 18 weeks full basic salary & paternity leave up to 2 weeks
• Wide range of training available, plus full Linked In Learning access
• Private medical insurance including coverage for pre-existing conditions
• Discounted gym memberships, free Class Pass at Home, weekly virtual yoga classes
• ‘Bikes for Work’ and…