Full-Time

Financial Services and Financial Technology Reporter

Posted on 4/13/2024

FiscalNote

201-500 employees

AI-driven risk management and insights platform

Data & Analytics

AI & Machine Learning

Mid, Senior

Washington, DC, USA

Required Skills

Communications

Journalism

Requirements

5+ years of journalism experience covering financial services, financial technology, appropriations and related topics for newspapers, news websites, news magazines or other news organizations
Demonstrated coverage of Congress, federal agencies or a legislative body for a news outlet
Knowledge of the subject and its impact on business and economics
Computer-assisted reporting skills including use of databases, Excel and other programs and tools
A track record of producing scoops and compelling features for news outlets
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Exceptional time management and organizational skills
A desire to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Reporting and writing smart, sophisticated stories and enterprise that drive the conversation about financial services and financial technology legislation, and its impact on businesses and investors
Establishing sources and contacts in financial services and technology, and expanding that list of experts
Reading bills, particularly spending bills
Shaping a newsletter on the beat
Writing proactively about financial services and financial technology to drive debate on Capitol Hill and in the administration
Pitching and producing sharply written stories for all CQ and Roll Call products, including a newsletter
Producing content for videos and podcasts, and participating in events that showcase expertise
Working with reporters whose beats touch on financial services, financial technology, and appropriations through the lens of Congress and government agencies
Willingness to work congressional hours, following legislative activity that can run into the evening and night, and also to weekends

Thank you for your interest in this position with CQ Roll Call, a wholly-owned subsidiary of FiscalNote. The recruitment for this role is being managed by FiscalNote’s Recruiting team (parent company), so you are in the right place! Please continue to review this opportunity and apply at your interest. We are excited to review your background. Thank you!

About the Position

CQ Roll Call is seeking a journalist to join our dynamic reporting team, with a focus on financial services and financial technology. We keep our readers informed about the content of legislation as it is being drafted, marked up in committee, and ultimately goes to the House and Senate floor. Our job is to provide news and analysis through print, digital, audio and video. This role will offer you the opportunity to break news, write enterprise stories, and shape the content of a newsletter. Your expertise will also be utilized for podcasts, videos, and events.

About the CQ Roll Call Team

The financial services and financial technology reporter is part of CQ Roll Call’s coverage of both policy and politics in FiscalNote’s mission to make government transparent for readers on the Hill, in the executive branch, and in the private-sector groups and NGOs with a stake in government decision-making.

About You

You are a self-motivated journalist with the drive to stay ahead of competitors on developments on your beat, know the major players in Congress and the executive branch. You will have a facility with spending bills and experience covering your beat in webinars, broadcast interviews and conferences. You will also be a team player, able and willing to collaborate with your colleagues and sometimes backing them up on their beats.

What This Position Will Require

A track record of reporting and writing smart, sophisticated stories and enterprise that drive the conversation about financial services and financial technology legislation, and its impact on businesses and investors
Established sources and contacts in financial services and technology, and be able to expand that list of experts
Experience reading bills, particularly spending bills
Ambition and energy to shape a newsletter on the beat
Clear and accurate writing on tight deadlines, both breaking news and broader enterprise stories
A proven ability to handle a demanding, fast-moving beat
Digging through data and reports to find untold stories and be able to analyze data sets to determine newsworthy trends
Writing proactively about financial services and financial technology to drive debate on Capitol Hill and in the administration
Pitching and producing sharply written stories for all CQ and Roll Call products, including a newsletter. Producing content for videos and podcasts, and participating in events that showcase your expertise
Working with reporters whose beats touch on financial services, financial technology, and appropriations through the lens of Congress and government agencies. You will be part of a collaborative newsroom that supports each other’s work.
Willingness to work congressional hours, following legislative activity that can run into the evening and night, and also to weekends.

What Sets You Apart

5+ years of journalism experience covering financial services, financial technology, appropriations and related topics for newspapers, news websites, news magazines or other news organizations
Demonstrated coverage of Congress, federal agencies or a legislative body for a news outlet
Knowledge of the subject and its impact on business and economics
Computer-assisted reporting skills including use of databases, Excel and other programs and tools
A track record of producing scoops and compelling features for news outlets
Strong written and verbal communication abilities
Exceptional time management and organizational skills
A desire to work in a fast-paced, competitive environment
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Excited about this role, but don’t meet 100% of the expected qualifications listed above? We’d still love for you to apply! FiscalNote is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce where unique experiences are valued and everyone has the opportunity to contribute. Research has continuously shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet all of the listed qualifications. We want to help overcome this trend and seek to make space for unique and relevant skills and attributes. So, when applying to FiscalNote, rest assured that your application is reviewed by a living, breathing human being and evaluated based on key competencies needed for success in the position. Our Recruiting team maintains awareness of all open roles which means your application may be assessed against multiple positions and we will reach out to gauge your interest in other opportunities as appropriate. Questions or concerns? Contact [email protected], we’d be happy to connect!

As part of FiscalNote’s commitment to creating an accessible and inclusive hiring process, we strive to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with medical conditions or disabilities that will enable their access to the hiring process. If you need an accommodation, please send an email to [email protected] to let us know the nature of your request.

About FiscalNote

FiscalNote (NYSE: NOTE) is a leader in policy and global intelligence. By uniquely combining data, technology, and insights, FiscalNote empowers customers with critical insights and the tools to turn them into action.

Home to CQ, FrontierView, Oxford Analytica, VoterVoice, and many other industry-leading brands, FiscalNote helps organizations stay ahead of political and business risk.

At FiscalNote, we Lead with Values

Know your Audience ∙ Find the Truth ∙ Drive Alignment ∙ Level Up ∙ Own the Job ∙ Bias for Action ∙ Support the Family

FiscalNote is continuing to hire new talent, with all interviewing and on-boarding done virtually due to COVID-19. New team members, along with our current staff, will temporarily work remotely (unless communicated otherwise).

Company Benefits

FiscalNote supports our people by enabling team members with flexibility and benefits to promote well-being and balance, ensuring all FiscalNoters can bring their authentic selves to work. We start by offering competitive salaries, retirement accounts, and equity packages to ensure we’re all FN owners. Plus, our comprehensive benefits packages align with regional requirements and expectations no matter where you are located across the globe. Learn more at https://careers.fiscalnote.com/benefits/.

FiscalNote values diversity. We are committed to equal opportunities and creating an inclusive environment for all our employees. We welcome applicants regardless of ethnic origin, national origin, gender, race, religious beliefs, disability, sexual orientation or age. FiscalNote is an EEOC employer.

FiscalNote uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.DHS.gov/E-Verify.

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FiscalNote stands out as an excellent workplace due to its cutting-edge role in utilizing artificial intelligence to manage operational risks in various domains, including political, corporate, and regulatory environments. This focus not only positions the company at the forefront of a niche market but also fosters a culture of informed decision-making and strategic foresight. Employees benefit from engaging in high-impact projects that leverage ESG expertise, nurturing a professionally enriching environment.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$734.1M

Headquarters

Washington, District of Columbia

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights

Headcount

6 month growth

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1 year growth

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2 year growth

↑ 16%

Benefits

Health - The health of you and your family is important to us — so much so that we subsidize a large portion of healthcare premiums for not only you, but also your dependents. Our FSA allows you to shuttle tax-free dollars for out-of-pocket health care costs. An onsite gym greases the wheels for your workout needs.

Paid Time Off - We recognize refreshed employees are productive employees. We do not put a number on the amount of days an employee can take off which allows them to take time away from work to recharge as they need it.

Commuting - Travel to work can be expensive, so on top of contributing toward your commuting expenses – including garage parking and public transit – we offer a corporate bikeshare membership at a steep discount. We also allow employees with pricier commutes to dedicate pretax dollars toward their travel.

Retirement - Your long term well-being is directly tied to your ability to save for the future. By offering a match on contributions you make to a company-sponsored 401(k), we make it hard not to think about the later years.

Parental Leave - Building your family is just as important as building our business. We’re happy to empower our employees to spend time with their new little ones by providing 18 weeks of paid maternity and paternity leave after a year of service to the company.