Financial Times

About the Company

About the Financial Times
The Financial Times is one of the world's leading business news organisations, recognised internationally for its authority, integrity and accuracy. The FT has a record paying readership of one million, three-quarters of which are digital subscriptions. It is part of Nikkei Inc., which provides a broad range of information, news and services for the global business community.

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Listed Jobs

Company Name

Financial Times

Job Title

Marjorie Deane Internship

Job Description

**Job Title** Marjorie Deane Internship – Reporter (Companies Desk, Financial Journalism) **Role Summary** A six‑month paid internship for a promising journalist focused on business and finance. The internship provides hands‑on reporting experience on the Companies Desk within a leading global newsroom. **Expectations** - Start early 2026, full‑time commitment. - Produce original, accurate, impartial reporting in line with editorial standards. - Refrain from AI‑generated content for submissions; AI may be used for research only. - Right to work in the UK required. - Submit a cover letter, CV, and an unpublished 500‑word finance/business article. **Key Responsibilities** - Research, verify, and report on corporate developments, financial markets, and regulatory changes. - Draft news articles, features, and briefings meeting FT editorial quality. - Collaborate with senior reporters, editors, and the Companies Desk team. - Meet tight deadlines and manage multiple assignments concurrently. - Attend editorial meetings, briefings, and newsroom workshops. - Assist investigative projects and data‑driven stories as required. **Required Skills** - Strong writing, editing, and storytelling abilities. - Analytical understanding of finance, markets, and corporate governance. - Research proficiency and critical thinking. - Editorial judgment and adherence to impartiality. - Time‑management and ability to work under pressure. - Digital literacy and familiarity with newsroom production tools. **Required Education & Certifications** - Degree in journalism, communications, finance, economics, or a related field. - No specific certifications mandatory. - Must possess the legal right to work in the United Kingdom.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

20-11-2025

Company Name

Financial Times

Job Title

Paul McClean Graduate Trainee

Job Description

**Job Title:** Paul McClean Graduate Trainee **Role Summary:** A three-year professional development program for entry-level journalists to cultivate a career in financial journalism and global affairs at a globally renowned news organization. **Expectations:** Candidates must thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced news environment with domestic and international assignments. Self-motivation, commitment to high journalistic standards, curiosity about global business and affairs, and strong writing skills are essential. Demonstrated ability to produce original, fact-based reporting across formats is required. **Key Responsibilities:** Complete eight weeks of in-house training, rotate through four six-month placements across news desks (including one overseas posting), and compete for a dedicated role in the third year. Participate in ongoing mentoring, feedback, and training. Performance is evaluated for program progression. **Required Skills:** Advanced written and verbal English proficiency, strong reporting and analytical abilities, data journalism competencies, cross-cultural communication, and adaptability in global contexts. Multilingual skills and familiarity with international affairs are advantageous. **Required Education & Certifications:** Bachelor’s degree. Data journalism certifications preferred. Valid UK work authorization until October 2029. Demonstration of newsroom readiness through original reporting samples and journalism experience.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Junior

26-12-2025

Company Name

Financial Times

Job Title

Account Executive, Banking & Finance (12-month FTC)

Job Description

**Job Title** Account Executive, Banking & Finance (12‑month Fixed‑Term Contract) **Role Summary** Support advertising sales for FT core and specialist titles, with primary focus on FT Adviser. Act as product specialist, develop proposals, generate leads, and drive revenue growth through digital display, content, and broader FT assets. Collaborate with editorial, marketing, insight, and campaign operations teams to deliver client‑ready solutions and expand commercial opportunities. **Expectations** - Deliver accurate, compelling proposals and sales materials. - Build and maintain relationships with junior and mid‑level agency and client contacts. - Meet or exceed revenue targets for FT Adviser and contribute to overall portfolio growth. - Ensure Salesforce data is up‑to‑date and use audience/insight tools to inform pitches. - Operate proactively, prioritize tasks effectively, and work collaboratively across functions. **Key Responsibilities** - Create client‑ready proposals across the FT portfolio. - Conduct lead generation via account mapping and competitor analysis. - Serve as the go‑to specialist for FT Adviser, identifying upsell and cross‑sell opportunities. - Represent FT Adviser in internal and external meetings; liaise with editorial to align commercial initiatives. - Develop sales narratives and materials in partnership with marketing. - Introduce new audience insights to expand FT Adviser’s commercial potential. - Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and track activity on LinkedIn. **Required Skills** - Proven experience in sales or commercial roles; strong desire to grow in advertising/media sales. - Commercially minded with interest in financial services and media. - Excellent communication and presentation abilities. - Highly organized, able to prioritize multiple tasks. - Collaborative, comfortable working with editorial and cross‑functional teams. - Proficiency in Salesforce and LinkedIn. - (Desirable) Experience in financial services industry, digital advertising sales, and familiarity with FT products/platforms (e.g., Slack). **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Communications, or related field (or equivalent professional experience). - No specific certifications required; relevant sales or media training considered a plus.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

12-01-2026

Company Name

Financial Times

Job Title

Sales Development Representative - DACH, Nordics, NL and CEE (12-month FTC)

Job Description

Job title: Sales Development Representative – DACH, Nordics, NL & CEE Role Summary: Drive outbound lead generation and qualification for FT Professional’s field sales team across DACH, Nordics, NL and CEE regions. Execute cold calling, email prospecting, and inbound lead follow‑up to create and refine a sales pipeline. Work closely with marketing to optimise lead quality and report on outreach performance. Expectations: Deliver a high volume of qualified leads, maintain accurate CRM records, collaborate with field sales managers, and provide weekly outreach metrics. Exhibit strong self‑motivation, resilience, and a proactive learning mindset about FT Professional’s offerings. Key Responsibilities: - Prospect and build sales pipeline via outbound calls and email outreach. - Follow up on inbound leads to generate new opportunities. - Research and engage potential budget holders and decision‑makers. - Pre‑qualify leads and schedule appointments or callbacks for field sales. - Assign qualified opportunities to field sales team and coordinate next steps. - Collect feedback with sales managers and refine lead qualification criteria. - Contact readers for testimonials and support sales proposals. - Collaborate with marketing to improve lead generation campaigns. - Record all prospect interactions in CRM and maintain data integrity. - Produce weekly performance reports and actionable insights. Required Skills: - Proven lead generation and/or nurturing experience. - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Self‑driven with high resilience and motivation. - Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities in fast‑paced settings. - Detail‑oriented with independent work capability. - Team player with initiative; collaborative mindset. - Proficient in MS Office applications. - Proficiency in CRM usage (Salesforce.com preferred). - Fluency in one or more languages from DACH, Nordics, NL, or CEE regions (desirable). Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field. ---

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

26-01-2026