Data Journalist, Ignites and BoardIQ

The role

This role produces exclusive, data-driven reporting and visual storytelling for Ignites and BoardIQ. You will source, clean, and analyze complex datasets to uncover stories regarding the mutual fund and ETF industry.

What you will do

• Develop original, data-driven stories covering the mutual fund and ETF industry and overseeing boards.
• Source, collect, clean and analyse structured and unstructured datasets.
• Build compelling charts, graphics and interactive visualisations.
• Identify trends, anomalies and opportunities within datasets.
• Deliver long-term analytical projects and shorter-turnaround assignments.
• Collaborate with reporters, editors and visual journalists.
• Support colleagues in applying data journalism techniques.
• Use public records, databases, APIs, web scraping and proprietary datasets.
• Ensure reporting and analysis meets standards of accuracy and integrity.
• Contribute to the development of data journalism capabilities.

Required qualifications

• Professional journalism or reporting experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience communicating data, research findings or business insights.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent collaboration and partner management skills.
• Curiosity and a proactive approach to uncovering opportunities.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience using data, research or quantitative analysis to support storytelling or engagement.

Nice to have

• An interest in developing or expanding technical skills in areas such as Python, R, data visualisation, databases or related analytical tools.
• Knowledge of FT products, audiences, editorial standards or internal workflows.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave
• Health coverage
• 401k and company match
• Inclusive parental leave packages
• Subsidised gym memberships
• Opportunities to give back to the community

Before you apply

• Applications from candidates whose experience is primarily in data analytics, business intelligence or data science, without demonstrated reporting experience, will be automatically rejected.
• Apply by Monday, November 30th 2026 by 5pm ET.

About the company

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy.