Senior Energy Reporter - North American Focus

Our client is a well-established international business news publisher known for independent, insight-driven journalism read by senior decision-makers. They are seeking an experienced business journalist to cover the North American energy industry from Houston. This is a senior, highly visible role for someone who can work independently while being part of a close, globally connected newsroom.

What You'll Do

• Break exclusive news and deliver fast, accurate reporting on energy companies, projects and policy across the United States and Canada
• Produce a broad mix of content, from breaking news and earnings coverage to in-depth features, analysis and investigative pieces
• Cover key areas including shale, offshore exploration and development, LNG, oilfield services, and the industry's lower-carbon initiatives
• Build and maintain a strong network of senior industry sources
• Attend major industry conferences, with opportunities to moderate panels, take part in discussions and network on behalf of the publication
• Work closely with editors and reporters across several international time zones, including regular daily editorial handovers

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree; a background in business, economics or a related field is an advantage
• Knowledge of the oil, gas or wider energy sector is a strong advantage but not essential
• Proven experience as a business