AddressAre you an enthusiastic and experienced journalist ready to work for a respected and innovative news agency?
We are looking for a first-rate reporter to join the Scotland-based general news reporting team at PA, the UK and Ireland's national news agency. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly-respected team with a reputation for quality, speed and accuracy that is second to none.
About us
PA is the UK’s national news agency, supplying 24/7 journalism to every newsroom in the country.
About the role
The successful candidate will file fast, accurate and balanced copy on the key news stories across Scotland and be comfortable with court cases, inquiries, bringing in your own exclusives and much more.
As well as generating and developing original content, you will also be trained to produce high-quality video and you’ll use social media to source exclusive and breaking news stories
What you’ll need
- Reporting experience with a proven knowledge of the Scottish news landscape, including breaking news
- Flexibility and willingness to travel throughout Scotland to cover stories when required
- Reliable shorthand
Do you have
- A strong understanding of media law
- An NCTJ or equivalent qualification
- A full driving licence and ideally your own car
What we offer
- Competitive salary
- 25 days holiday and a holiday purchase scheme
- Wellbeing day (x1)
- Paid volunteering Day (x1)
- Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
- Perkbox membership
- BUPA Health Cash Plan
- Cycle 2 work scheme
- Company Pension
- Life Assurance (4x salary)
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Training and Development
Inclusion
We are working hard to ensure we provide an inclusive environment and as well as your skills and experience we are also focused on who you are and what else you can bring.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work life balance and positively encourage agile working. We are always open to discuss an individual’s flexible working needs so please speak to us during the recruitment process to understand what this could look like for you. We will do everything we can to support you.
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