Corporate Investigations Correspondent

The Capitol Forum is looking for a Corporate Investigations Correspondent. This is a great opportunity to work with an established, well-connected team at a company that produces influential content for an audience that includes some of the world’s premier government and industry decision-makers. As a member of a growing team, you will be expected to produce articles that expose companies that are either harming consumers or engaging in practices that may face legal or  regulatory risk. You will also be expected to produce articles that discuss potential risks to companies from emerging regulations and laws.  

As we often work collaboratively in teams, you will also be expected to provide your input on other beats where appropriate. 

 

 

ABOUT US

The Capitol Forum is an independent media agency that delivers investigative news and legal analysis of industry-defining competition policy issues to an influential subscriber base that includes investors, regulators, lawyers, and policymakers.

By producing timely investigative journalism and exclusive analysis, we have become one of the fastest growing, differentiated, and influential media companies in the United States.

POSITION AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

To succeed in this role, you will need to: 

• Be a critical thinker. 
• Be persistent in pursuing sources and experts with whom to conduct interviews.  
• Be able to articulate ideas clearly and concisely whether in writing or orally.  
• Be thorough and diligent.  
• Have some familiarity with public company SEC filings. 
• Participate on conference calls and attend relevant outside events, such as industry conferences.  

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE

• Degree: Bachelors 
• Interests: Exhibits a passion for investigative journalism and exposing and uncovering problematic corporate conduct
• Team Player: Ability to work independently and also collaborate with colleagues
• Creativity: Likes to brainstorm original ideas for coverage, possesses intellectual curiosity, and devises creative solutions to overcome obstacles
• Professional demeanor: Takes pride in creating a polished product and displays a high level of attention to detail 
• Writing style: Clear and succinct 
• Time Management: Ability to write quickly and manage multiple deadlines and priorities 
• Oral communication skills: Comfortable networking and interviewing sources.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Pay will be commensurate with experience. The Capitol Forum provides our correspondents with a culture of learning, a passionate pursuit of the truth, influence over the issues covered, a team-oriented work environment, and access to a growing community of colleagues, sources, and readers. In addition, we offer:

• Health insurance coverage with company-funded HRA
• 401(k) plan
• Generous paid vacation plan
• Possible bonuses depending on a combination of factors, including quality of work and growth of the product
• Reasonable working hours and a commitment to a healthy work/life balance
• Flexible, remote working environment
• Opportunity for advancement

The Capitol Forum compensates well for journalists with the right skills and provides a professional, supportive and entrepreneurial environment in which to thrive.

Application
Submissions

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to careers@thecapitolforum.com. Due to the volume of applicants, we may not be able to reply to all applications, but we greatly appreciate your interest.

The Capitol Forum is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.