Mobile Reporter, 12 month FTC – Sky News

Want to do the best work of your life? Make your mark at Europe’s leading entertainment brand. Our people make Sky a truly exciting and inclusive place to work – a place where you can be yourself and let your skills shine.

As a reporter on the Mobile team, you will research, write and break news to large digital audiences – working on some of the biggest stories of the UK’s news agenda. Your keen eye for a top line, diligent newsgathering and high standards of journalism will be crucial to helping

Sky News stay at the front of the UK and world news – and you will be at the heart of this operation.

Whether it’s stories about the Royal Family, the war in Ukraine, the political events of the day, high-profile court cases, or live events such as the coronation, you will spot top lines and write about them with flair and speed.

What you’ll do:

• Be at the forefront of breaking news to significant audiences on our website and app.
• Pitch ideas for news stories, explainers and features, writing to style.
• Research, write and produce stories and original journalism.
• Uphold Sky News’ standards of accuracy.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• You may be asked to work with the live blogging team on occasion.

What you’ll bring:

• A first-class journalist with a track record of finding, writing and producing stories to a high standard for recognised news organisations – whether national or local.
• Experienced in handling breaking news scenarios.
• NCTJ-trained (or equivalent).
• Very well-versed in media law.
• Able to produce clean, engaging copy at pace and under pressure.
• Willing to adjust your work patterns when events require.

Team Overview: Sky News

At Sky News, our mission is to bring you the full story, first. We take you there, 24:7, reporting from the heart of the events changing our world. We ask the big questions of everyone, revealing what you want to know. And our style is bold and independent, giving you a fresh perspective. 

In the UK, Sky News is a compelling alternative to the public service broadcasters and opinion-driven news outlets, reaching one in three people every month. Across the world, we are one of the most-followed English language news brands on social media, bringing award-winning British journalism to a global audience. 

Sky News is part of Sky, one of Europe’s leading media and entertainment companies, owned by Comcast Corporation. 

Watch Sky News, free, wherever you get your news. 

The Rewards:

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to #LifeAtSky: the perks. Here’s a taster:

• Access to free NOW, for streaming all your favourite shows  
• A generous pension package  
• Private healthcare  
• Discounted mobile and broadband    

Inclusion:

We take pride in our approach to diversity and inclusion: we’ve been recognised by The Times and Stonewall for this, and we’ve committed £30million to support the fight against racial injustice. We’ve also set ambitious targets for increasing ethnic diversity and representation throughout our organisation.

At Sky we don’t just look at your CV. We’re more focused on who you are and the potential you’ll bring to Sky. We also know that everyone has a life outside work, so we’re happy to discuss flexible working.

And we’ll do everything we can to support you during your application. If you need us to make any adjustments to our recruitment process, speak to our recruitment team who will be happy to support you.

Why wait?

Apply now to build an amazing career and be part of a brilliant team. We can’t wait to hear from you.

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media. A job you love to talk about.

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.