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Role Description FT Schools is the Financial Times’ flagship education program, providing free access to FT.com for high schools teaching students ages 16–19 worldwide. Over 5,800 schools in 132 countries use FT content to support learning, exam preparation, and career readiness. The program includes resources like the FT Schools Hub, competitions, newsletters, webinars, and the Student Advocate Program, where students promote trusted journalism, build leadership skills, and share feedback with the FT. We are seeking Student Program Assistants to guide and support these Advocates, helping connect students with the FT and making its journalism more relevant to younger audiences. The Student Program Assistant (FT Schools) role is a part-time, fixed-term position running for approximately six months, from September 1, 2026 to February 28, 2027. This remote opportunity is designed to be flexible around academic commitments, requiring an average of 12 hours per month. Key Responsibilities - Lead, motivate, and mentor a group of up to 100 Student Advocates through monthly calls and regular communication (e.g., Slack) - Encourage confidence and creativity in generating ideas to increase engagement with the FT in schools - Act as a key communication channel between Student Advocates and the FT Schools Team - Collaborate with the Schools Team to develop and implement ideas created by students - Gather feedback from Student Advocates to inform ongoing projects - Engage with teachers to share updates, ideas, and progress of Student Advocates Qualifications - Current undergraduate university student - High levels of motivation and initiative - Strong organisational and communication skills - Ability to lead, mentor, and motivate a diverse group - Confidence in handling multiple stakeholders (students, teachers, FT team) - Familiarity with the Financial Times or FT Schools programme (desirable) Requirements - Paid, flexible part-time role designed to fit around academic commitments - Opportunity to develop leadership, communication, and mentoring skills - Experience working with a globally recognised organisation - Networking opportunities with peers and professionals - Hands-on involvement in shaping youth engagement with media and journalism Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments or personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, please contact a member of our team who will be happy to help. Further Information - Compensation: $17/hour, approximately 3 hours per week (12 hours/month) - At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology, including AI tools. Candidates may use AI to assist with their application; however, all submitted information must be authentic and accurately reflect their skills, experience, and qualifications. - The use of AI during the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process. - Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate roles will direct you to apply through the official FT careers site. The FT will never request payment or financial information during the hiring process.

Role Description The FT Schools team is looking for Student University Mentors to support and inspire our global network of Student Advocates. Student Advocates promote the benefits of the FT in schools and help represent the voice of students by sharing ideas on how the FT can be more relevant and engaging for teenagers. Student University Mentors will act as the bridge between these advocates and the FT, leading and motivating groups of up to 100 Student Advocates across the world. In this paid, part-time contract role, you will work closely with the FT Schools team to support Student Advocates, gather feedback, discuss new ideas and help shape projects that make the FT more compelling for young people. The role can be carried out remotely from home or university and requires approximately 12 hours per month, spread throughout the month, for a contract duration of around six months. This role would suit a current undergraduate university student who is motivated, organised and interested in helping young people engage with high-quality journalism and the world around them. Key Responsibilities - Help a group of up to 100 Student Advocates feel confident exploring ideas to increase awareness of the FT in schools, including through monthly calls and regular communication on Slack. - Lead, empower and mentor Student Advocates across different schools and regions. - Communicate ideas clearly between the FT and Student Advocates, ensuring feedback and suggestions are shared in both directions. - Work closely with the FT Schools team to help develop and implement ideas that support the Student Advocate programme. - Gather feedback from Student Advocates on developing projects and find opportunities to improve engagement. - Connect with teachers to share ideas and provide updates on their Student Advocate’s progress. - Support a positive, inclusive and collaborative environment for students taking part in the programme. Qualifications - Current undergraduate university student. - High levels of motivation and initiative. - Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage regular communication and follow-up activity. - Very good written and verbal communication skills. - Ability to lead, motivate and mentor a team. - Confidence working remotely and communicating across digital channels such as Slack and video calls. - Interest in supporting young people to engage with news, current affairs and the FT. Desirable - Familiarity with the FT and/or FT Schools. - Experience mentoring, coaching, tutoring or supporting younger students. - Experience leading a student society, club, campaign, peer network or similar group. - An interest in education, journalism, media, business, economics or current affairs. Benefits - Generous annual leave. - Medical cover. - Inclusive parental leave packages. - Subsidised gym memberships. - Opportunities to give back to the community. - 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite). - Accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests where feasible. Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help. Further Information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process. If you have any concerns about the legitimacy of a job posting or suspect any scam activity, please contact talent@ft.com . Interested in the FT but don’t see the right role yet? Join our Talent Community to receive exclusive updates, featured jobs, and insights into working at the FT.

Role Description The Financial Times is looking for a copy editor to work at weekends as part of its US operation. The successful candidate will be a top-quality copy editor, charged with ensuring our journalism meets the FT’s high standards, as well as a savvy digital operator with a strong background in online content. The role is three days a week (Saturday, Sunday and Monday), 12pm to 8pm EST. The FT’s US hub is in New York City but we are open to applicants from elsewhere, subject to our ability to employ in the relevant US state or country. - An experienced copy editor who is a stickler for accurate, precise and clear content, with a flair for writing sharp digital headlines and other display copy. - Able to perform final edits of news stories and longer articles to consistently high standards under time pressure, with the confidence to raise queries with reporters and fellow editors. - Strong awareness of digital publishing concepts, including visual storytelling, audience engagement and metadata. - Familiar with social media platforms and comfortable editing eye-catching posts that adhere to the FT’s high standards. Qualifications - Experience as a copy editor with a rigorous attention to detail. - Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with reporters and editors. - Excellent communication skills. Requirements - Ability to copy edit news stories, analyses, audio scripts, newsletters, live blogs, and more. - Knack for creating sharp headlines and other display text. - Desire to be a central player in the FT’s US news operation. Benefits - Generous annual leave. - Medical cover. - Inclusive parental leave packages. - Subsidised gym memberships. - Opportunities to give back to the community. Company Description The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you’ll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere.

Cover US national news by utilizing data journalism techniques to deliver compelling stories on electoral politics and public policy while collaborating with editors and correspondents across various regions to enhance data-driven reporting.

Title: Distributor Profiles Researcher Location: Manila, Philippines hybrid Job Description: About us The Financial Times is one of the world's leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you're given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you'll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you'll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion We believe in the power of unique perspectives and want all voices in our organisation to be heard, respected and valued. A supportive workplace is one where employees feel they can be themselves and operate to their full potential. We are committed to removing barriers for everyone, with a focus on addressing those faced by underrepresented groups. The role The Distributor Profiles Researcher is the go-to source for asset management executives seeking to understand the structure and dynamics of retail fund distribution. It is a shared resource for key decision-makers reading FT Specialist US's two largest titles: FundFire and Ignites. We seek a researcher adept at tracking key regulatory disclosures, spotting relevant news stories and hunting for information about the people and platforms that influence what broker-dealers and other platforms offer to financial advisors. You will work from our Manila office. You will be responsible for keeping profiles of some of the most influential distribution platforms in the industry up-to-date, and for weaving together a comprehensive narrative of what these broker-dealers look for, how they are structured and why. The successful candidate must be organized and able to prioritize multiple workflows at once. You must adhere to a schedule to ensure you are on top of the companies you cover, including company earnings calls, public presentations and regular regulatory filings. You will also liaise with company representatives to ensure our readers have the most current information available about the powerful --and complex--organizations. Must have strong writing and communication skills, as you will be coordinating with colleagues within FT Specialist and with representatives of the companies we cover. You will work on a two-person team and coordinate with New York-based editors. Your work will be read by hundreds of thousands of fund industry professionals. Key responsibilities - Stay on top of developments at assigned firms/investors and be on the lookout for updates that provide readers with critical information or sales leads. This includes asset updates, revenue sharing and other disclosures, quarterly earnings calls, etc. - Demonstrate strong organizational skills needed to manage time effectively, schedule calls, input data and meet deadlines, and regularly communicate progress to the NY Team. - Display a good level of computer skills and FT Specialist US systems or programs. You will be expected to maintain basic files, input content into our online publishing system, and use various research tools. - Write clean and concise summaries. Determine where in the profile various pieces of information belong and suggest areas to edit out or combine over time. - Show an ability to develop rapport with industry contacts, including senior investment professionals where appropriate. What's in it for you? Our benefits Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, medical cover, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We've embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. Further information At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may leverage AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications.

Title: Managing Editor, Health Payer Specialist Location: New York United States Job Description: About us The Financial Times is one of the world's leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you're given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you'll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities that challenge and inspire you. With no fixed path, you'll discover new skills and forge a career that can take you anywhere. Build a newsworthy career at the FT. Our commitment to a fair and inclusive workplace At the FT, we are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone has equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome and value different perspectives and strive to ensure all employees are heard and supported. We believe people do their best work when they can be themselves and have the flexibility they need to balance their work and personal lives. We are an equal opportunity employer and align with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination. The role / Position overview Health Payer Specialist, a leading publication covering the health insurance industry, is seeking a Managing Editor to lead a team of hard-working and motivated reporters. Health Payer Specialist breaks news and delivers insights readers won't find elsewhere. Our coverage focuses on industry players, major entitlement programs, regulatory shifts, emerging technologies, workforce issues, mergers and acquisitions, and trends in plan design. This role requires someone who brings a strong vision for how to take Health Payer Specialist to the next level. Our readers rely on us to understand how their markets are changing and what their competitors are doing. This role requires comfort navigating a complex industry, leading a fast-paced news cycle, and monitoring numerous competitors. The ideal candidate will also excel at mentoring journalists and guiding them to produce compelling business journalism for a specialized audience. Key responsibilities - Drive the overall editorial direction of the publication, including beat structure, hiring, recruiting, and training. - Manage and coach a team of reporters and editors to produce high-impact content for health insurance professionals, including news, research, data visualizations, and multimedia content. - Conduct semi-annual performance reviews and support professional development within the editorial team. - Collaborate with internal teams to incorporate video, graphics, webcasts, and other multimedia elements into coverage. - Source and manage freelance contributors. - Edit all editorial content and supervise publication of the three-times-a-week issues of Health Payer Specialist. - Edit breaking news alerts as needed and lead regular editorial meetings to guide story selection and development. - Ensure adherence to FT Specialist editorial style and quality standards. - Build and maintain strong knowledge of the health insurance industry and the information needs of readers. - Monitor readership data and analytics to evaluate editorial performance and audience engagement. - Supervise driven developments and implement ideas to keep Health Payer Specialist differentiated in the marketplace. - Moderate webcasts or panels at events organized by FT Specialist or the Financial Times events group and represent the editorial team internally and externally. Required skills / experience - Experience leading and developing a team of reporters or editors. - Demonstrated ability to produce content for a specialized or niche audience. - Experience covering a beat and generating original reporting, including breaking news and exclusive stories. - Strong ability to identify story ideas, analyze data and filings, and develop enterprise journalism. - Consistent track record of improving editorial output and exploring creative ways to present information. - Ability to recognize and respond to reader needs and industry trends. - High personal standards for editorial excellence and professional integrity. - Strong curiosity and a desire to continually learn about complex industries and markets. What's in it for you? Our benefits Our benefits vary by location, but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, health coverage, 401k and company match, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. We've embraced a 50% hybrid working model (averaging two to three days onsite) that fosters trust and remote adaptability while encouraging in-person camaraderie and peer learning. Additionally, we are open to accommodating specific flexible working pattern requests for all roles where feasible. Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Further information A reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role is $135,000-$145,000. To ensure pay fairness, the successful candidate will be offered a salary within the estimated salary range based on a number of considerations including but not limited to: skills; experience and training; certifications; and other business and organisational needs. The disclosed range estimate is for our NYC office and has not been adjusted for other locations. At the FT, we embrace innovation and the use of technology and appreciate that individuals may use AI tools as part of their job application process. Whilst we are happy for you to use AI to assist with your application, it is essential that all information provided is authentic and accurately represents your skills, experience, and qualifications. Candidates should be aware that the use of AI throughout the application process may be monitored to ensure a fair and transparent hiring process for all. Please beware of fraudulent job postings and offers claiming to be from the Financial Times. All legitimate opportunities will direct you to apply through the official Financial Times careers site, and the FT will never ask for financial information, payments, or referrals to third parties during the hiring process.

About us FT Locations is a specialist division of the Financial Times Group, delivering best-in-class location intelligence subscription software and advisory solutions used by organisations to make smarter decisions about where to invest, grow, and compete. Our digital subscription platforms combine trusted global data, benchmarking, and insight to help clients build stronger strategies, attract higher-quality investment, and reduce risk. In a world where competition for capital, jobs, and talent is intensifying, FT Locations replaces fragmented data and static reports with always-on digital tools that give our clients a clear competitive edge. To meet growing demand and accelerate subscription revenue growth, FT Locations is expanding its commercial presence in the US. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing, ambitious sales team, selling genuinely best-in-class products, backed by one of the most trusted brands in the world. Our commitment to a fair and inclusive workplace At the FT, we are committed to creating a fair and inclusive workplace where everyone has equal opportunity to succeed. We welcome and value different perspectives and strive to ensure all employees are heard and supported. We believe people do their best work when they can be themselves and have the flexibility they need to balance their work and personal lives. We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination. The role This role will appeal to a commercially ambitious Business Development Executive seeking ownership of a market, meaningful impact, and among the strongest performance incentives in the industry. You will own a defined US market territory, building pipelines and closing deals through consistent outbound prospecting and insight-led software sales conversations. Working closely with the VP of Sales for the Americas, you will identify, develop, and advance new business opportunities end-to-end. You’ll lead prospect meetings and product demonstrations, generate proposals, manage inbound enquiries, and progress deals through to close—selling solutions that genuinely change how organisations operate. Key responsibilities Own FT Locations’ business development activity across a defined US territory Proactively prospect through cold calls, emails, social and digital channels to build a strong, qualified pipeline Sell FT Locations’ subscription-based software products, clearly connecting them to client strategy and outcomes Run effective discovery, deliver compelling demos, manage proposals, and close deals Maintain a healthy, forward-looking pipeline with strong forecasting discipline Actively contribute to sales team meetings, sharing wins, challenges, and market insight Identify and qualify high-potential leads from outbound activity, marketing campaigns, and digital engagement Use sales data and FT sales enablement tools to refine messaging, targeting, and approach Maintain accurate CRM records to track activity, pipeline, and performance Stay current on FT Locations product enhancements, pricing, and sales best practices Keep close to developments in economic development, investment promotion, foreign direct investment, and related trends Support the execution of territory sales plans, including priority accounts and expansion opportunities Assist with business development events and market engagement activities Contribute to a disciplined, professional sales operation that supports long-term growth Required skills / experience Strong lead generation and outbound prospecting capabilities Proven B2B sales experience, ideally in data intelligence, SaaS, location analytics, consulting, or software Ability to develop a high-volume sales pipeline while maintaining strategic relationship-building skills Proficiency in delivering compelling product demos and sales presentations Experience working with corporate clients, commercial real estate teams, or investment decision-makers is a plus Skilled in using CRM tools (Salesforce or similar) for tracking opportunities and pipeline performance Desirable skills / experience Familiarity with economic development, investment promotion, corporate site selection, or foreign direct investment organisations Experience selling research intelligence or data-driven products to economic development or investment promotion audiences What’s in it for you? Our benefits Our benefits vary by location but we are committed to providing best-in-class perks across all our offices. These include generous annual leave, health coverage, 401k and company match, inclusive parental leave packages, subsidised gym memberships and opportunities to give back to the community. Full details of our benefits are available here. Accessibility We are a disability confident employer and Valuable 500 signatory. Please let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments/personalisation as part of the application process or to enable you to attend an interview. If you would like to discuss your requirements or have any questions, email talent@ft.com and a member of our team will be happy to help.