Bloomberg

Bloomberg News is looking for an ambitious reporter to help drive our coverage of energy in the Middle East. The region occupies a crucial position in the global energy system, from the key role of Gulf countries in OPEC production and policy, to the surge in LNG investment by Middle East companies both at home and abroad. Oil and gas form the backbone of economic growth in the region, putting this industry at the center of power and influence in a fast-evolving global financial hub.

You will be expected to bring or develop a deep network of sources and extensive subject expertise, to deliver impactful scoops, insightful analysis and deeply reported features that lift the lid on the key companies, personalities and trades across the energy landscape.

This role can be based in Riyadh, Doha or Dubai.

We'll trust you to:

• Build and maintain sources across the most important energy companies, traders, policymakers and investors active in the Middle East
• Break news and deliver scoops that Bloomberg readers care about
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across teams and geographies to write the biggest, agenda-setting stories that connect the dots on the interplay between energy, business, geopolitics and finance
• Help contribute to our authoritative coverage of OPEC and OPEC+ and how the group's decisions impact global energy markets
• Be an expert on the Middle East energy beat, using your deep knowledge and sourcing to spot trends and deliver the most impactful information to our readers

You'll need to have:

• At least five years of experience as a reporter covering financial news
• A proven track record of cultivating sources and breaking news
• Strong writing skills, with the ability to write quickly, clearly and accurately under deadline pressure

We'd love to see:

• Fluency in Arabic is preferred
• Ability to translate complex issues into clear, compelling journalism for a global audience
• Prior reporting experience in the Middle East or another geopolitically sensitive region
• A clear understanding of how energy intersects with geopolitics, fiscal policy and regional power dynamics
• The confidence to lead coverage during major market-moving events and periods of volatility

Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans.

If this sounds like you:

Apply if you think we're a good match. We'll get in touch to let you know what the next steps are, but in the meantime feel free to have a look at this: https://www.bloomberg.com/professional