Data Journalist

Summary

Join our B2B Editorial Team in Germany as a creative and driven individual to craft engaging articles showcasing YouGov's data and expertise. This diverse role involves creating content across various sectors, influencing business outcomes, and attracting new prospects while engaging existing clients. You will have significant autonomy to shape content and will need a sharp understanding of business audiences. Based in Germany, fluency in German (native/C2) and English is required. The role offers flexibility with options for office, hybrid, or fully remote work.

Requirements

• At least 2-3 years of experience in business content writing
• Excellent numeracy skills and the ability to interpret data effectively
• The ability to come up with ideas for stories which are truly compelling for our readers
• Native/C2 level German language skills, both spoken and written, with a strong command of English
• A keen news sense and natural curiosity about people, their behaviours, and habits
• Exceptional accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Responsibilities

• Learn how to use our data tools to gain valuable insights
• Collaborate with senior stakeholders to generate ideas for content creation and execution
• Analyze the data provided by our tools to uncover compelling stories filled with actionable insights
• Transform data into various forms of short and long-form content to fuel the company’s B2B editorial output
• Work across a diverse range of industry sectors (e.g., automotive, sport, retail, leisure) to create engaging and relevant content
• Write and design your own survey questions to explore emerging trends and quantify existing ones
• Work as part of the global editorial team, benefiting from excellent support, guidance, and collaboration
• Work independently in the region as guided by your manager to drive improvements in key metrics such as user engagement, impressions etc

Preferred Qualifications

Experience collaborating with and influencing stakeholders across departments

Benefits

• 27 days of annual leave per year to begin with (will increase with service up to 36 days per year)
• Designated day off to rest and recharge
• The DeutschlandTicket scheme which allows you to purchase public transport tickets all over Germany (usually €58 however through the company its €9)
• Option to work abroad for up to 30 days in a calendar year
• Access to numerous courses for career development
• Employer contribution of 15% towards private pension or direct insurance (BAV)
• Flexibility to work in the office, hybrid, or fully remote