The Wall Street Journal
Health Bureau Chief
The Wall Street Journal seeks a bureau chief to lead coverage of the business of health, particularly focused on pharmaceutical and health‑care companies. The role is based in New York City and part of the Business, Finance & Economics coverage team.
You Will
Manage a team of reporters
Guide daily coverage, working with reporters to jump on news and elevate stories
Drive ideas with reporters and ensure stories and packages remain on track and on topic
Edit stories
Help develop new features
Incorporate audience data into story planning and work with social, programming and strategy colleagues to ensure maximum reach
You Have
At least 8 years of experience managing reporters at a high level
Experience working with reporters or producers to develop ideas and coverage
Excellent line editing and headline‑writing skills, ideally with a specialty in financial topics and service journalism
High standards and an ironclad commitment to accuracy
Experience working on digital platforms and new forms of storytelling
Coaching skills on and off deadline, and the ability to keep teams focused and positive
To apply, submit your resume, a cover letter explaining how you would approach the job, and examples of your work by Friday, December 19th. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before the deadline.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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You Will
Manage a team of reporters
Guide daily coverage, working with reporters to jump on news and elevate stories
Drive ideas with reporters and ensure stories and packages remain on track and on topic
Edit stories
Help develop new features
Incorporate audience data into story planning and work with social, programming and strategy colleagues to ensure maximum reach
You Have
At least 8 years of experience managing reporters at a high level
Experience working with reporters or producers to develop ideas and coverage
Excellent line editing and headline‑writing skills, ideally with a specialty in financial topics and service journalism
High standards and an ironclad commitment to accuracy
Experience working on digital platforms and new forms of storytelling
Coaching skills on and off deadline, and the ability to keep teams focused and positive
To apply, submit your resume, a cover letter explaining how you would approach the job, and examples of your work by Friday, December 19th. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the position may be filled before the deadline.
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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