Deputy Editor - Ferrous Metals

We are one of the world’s largest companies providing news, analysis and price information to commodities and energy markets. We report first‑hand on what’s happening globally in the energy space – from hydrogen to coal, crude oil to green ammonia, carbon markets to wind farms. And we do the same for economically vital markets in metals, agriculture, fertilisers and chemicals. We employ almost 600 journalists worldwide and have 30 offices in Europe, Russia, the Middle East, Africa, South Asia, China, Japan, Singapore and North and South America.

We are currently looking for a deputy editor to join our global editorial team covering steel, raw materials and scrap markets in London. This is a great opportunity for an experienced steel or other ferrous markets journalist, combining a deep understanding of the industry and the organisational precision required to help manage a fast‑paced team. The right candidate will be looking to step up to the challenge of maintaining our high‑growth report.

You will have a solid grounding in steel and/or other ferrous markets but be adaptable to different approaches and eager to learn new ways of analysing a rapidly evolving sector. You will have demonstrable expertise in both data‑driven analysis and traditional relationship‑based reporting and be keen to share your knowledge with less‑experienced reporters and to help them develop their own skills.

Your role will include writing and editing news as well as engaging with market participants and assessing prices. The environment is fast paced but values careful thought. You will enjoy collaborative work with colleagues from a range of backgrounds, many located in Argus’ other offices around the globe. There are opportunities to travel and attend industry events, and to develop networks/specific market knowledge, as well as to present at industry conferences and lead webinar sessions.

The role would be ideally suited to an experienced, enthusiastic and very well‑organised reporter keen to take the next step in their career.

If this is for you, we’d love to hear from you.

• Help editor to guide the team’s coverage, including by editing news and coaching less‑experienced reporters, ensuring daily deadlines are met
• Monitor and assess markets to produce daily price assessments, market analysis, news and reports
• Daily contact with traders, brokers, investors and key market figures to build relationships and gather news
• Find engaging ways to explain complex issues – including using charts and graphics as appropriate
• Help to build and curate data sets that help explain market dynamics
• Attend meetings, conferences and industry events to build contacts, report on news and represent Argus

• Educated to bachelor’s degree level from a leading university
• Exceptional coordination and time management skills, with proven ability to manage multiple workflows under pressure
• Previous experience in metals journalism of a minimum of 2 years essential
• Ability to develop, source and write industry relevant news and analysis to tight deadlines
• Knowledge of the ferrous complex essential. Additional experience on other ferrous markets is a bonus
• Excellent writing, grammar and numeracy skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills with the ability to network and build contacts with industry executives
• Proficiency/past experience working with Excel

• Demonstrable interest in global business and politics
• Self‑motivated, able to use initiative and inquisitive by nature
• Highly proactive and ready to step up to solve problems
• Strong social skills and team‑oriented
• Seeks ways to utilise AI to boost efficiency

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• Competitive salary and company bonus scheme
• Group pension scheme
• Group healthcare and life assurance scheme
• Hybrid working environment (three days in office)
• 25 days annual holiday with incremental increase up to 30 days
• Subsidised gym membership
• Season ticket travel loan
• Cycle to work scheme
• Flexible benefits platform (ability to buy additional medical cover, life assurance, dental cover,…