News Reporter

About us: The Echo, part of the Irish Times Group, has served the people of Cork by faithfully, factually and fairly reporting the daily news and standing up for the citizens for over 130 years.
Job Description: The successful candidate will have an established track record as a general reporter.
They will work under the direction of The Echo News Editor.  The person appointed will have a broad knowledge of current affairs and an established track record in reporting and analysis across print and digital platforms.
This role requires a high degree of flexibility, adaptability and an ability to produce first-class work in a fast, accurate and efficient manner to digital and print deadlines.  Applicants will be asked to demonstrate a high degree of personal initiative, excellent news judgement and the ability to originate exclusive stories.
The capacity to work both independently and as part of a team, and to develop and maintain a network of contacts, is important.  This is a hybrid role with the primary office location in Cork and will include regular evening and weekend work.
Full clean driving licence is preferred but not essential.  Desired Skills and Experience: Established track record in journalism across print and digital Extensive network of contacts Broad knowledge off current affairs Excellent Communication and Interpersonal Skills Ability to originate exclusive stories and meet digital and print deadlines Full clean driving licence is preferred but not essential.
Benefits: Company Pension Contribution Income Continuance Cover Hybrid Working Sick Leave Pay Digital Subscriptions to Group Publications Bike to Work Scheme