Editor, Markets

The Wall Street Journal is seeking an ambitious, high-energy editor to oversee coverage of financial markets, an area at the core of our newsroom that intersects with the biggest economic and business storylines.

You will guide a team of expert journalists as they chronicle how Americans, from Wall Street pros to everyday traders, are investing trillions of dollars–in stock, bonds, crypto or other assets. That can involve uncovering and explaining the reasons behind wild market swings, identifying trades that are hot and those that have gone cold, and spotlighting the people who are at the center of the action.

The successful candidate will be able to shepherd daily news at a fast pace, ensuring that major developments are reported with the analytical sweep and context necessary for stories to lead our site and be splashed on our front page. At the same time, you’ll develop a pipeline of high-impact, revelatory features – from profiles of key figures to stories that take us deep inside companies that matter to our readers. 

There’s a rich reservoir of material to tap into. The market is as reliant as ever on the AI boom, with little margin for error. Investors are embracing risky bets, from loosely-regulated prediction markets to exotic options. The U.S. government has intervened in the bond market to counter growing unease about inflation and runaway federal debt.

Your responsibilities will include working with reporters to brainstorm and sharpen ideas, line editing their stories and coaching them on developing sourcing that will generate impactful scoops. Enthusiasm for visual storytelling and a willingness to experiment with video, audio and emerging platforms are essential for this role. 

Markets have a profound impact on people, businesses and governments; this marquee coverage is central to our report and highly visible on all our platforms. We’re looking for someone who can elevate our work so that it reaches the broadest possible audience.

You will:

• Drive the Journal’s coverage of markets news, managing a team of reporters at a high level 

• Develop ambitious feature story ideas with reporters and collaborate with newsroom stakeholders to orchestrate their publication

• Line edit stories with the help of a deputy editor

• Work with reporters to cultivate sources across the investing world, including traders and fund managers

• Guide reporters to contribute incisive posts for WSJ Live Markets, our widely-read platform for real-time markets coverage and analysis

• Collaborate with product and tech teams to develop products that put WSJ markets coverage on the map with a wider audience 

You have:

• At least 10 years of experience in business journalism and command of the dynamics of financial markets

• Experience as a story editor, or strong writing skills if you haven’t edited before

• A desire to cultivate talent and help reporters achieve their potential

• The ability to analyze data quickly and tell complicated stories in creative ways

• An entrepreneurial, collegial spirit

To apply, please send:

• A cover letter

• A resume

• If applicable, five clips showcasing your range. Include a paragraph that explains why each story is notable and what it says about your skills. 

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and we encourage early submission as the position may be filled before the deadline of Friday, October 9th.

This position is based in New York and will report to Financial Editor Amol Sharma. 

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We’re committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate’s experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.

For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.

For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.