Reporter

Summary

Join Axios Pro Deals, a thriving media organization, as an Enterprise Software Deals Reporter. This role focuses on breaking news in the software deals sector, including VC, private equity, M&A, and IPOs. You will need strong sourcing within the financial and deals community and the ability to explain complex information clearly. The ideal candidate is a highly talented, collaborative journalist obsessed with delivering exclusive content. Axios offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. This is a remote-optional position.

Requirements

• Possess subject matter expertise on the tech landscape
• Demonstrate a passion for covering companies, trends, products and controversies
• Exhibit exceptional writing abilities
• Have expertise in driving the conversation with scoops and trend stories
• Possess a strong source base and the ability to produce exclusive content
• Be able to collaborate closely and effectively with internal and external audiences
• Maintain a positive attitude and thrive in a high-pressure news environment
• Demonstrate a commitment to building and supporting a diverse and inclusive environment
• Believe in Smart Brevity as the core writing style of Axios

Responsibilities

• Break essential news across the software deals spectrum – VC, private equity, M&A and IPOs
• Clearly explain why software deals matter to Axios readers
• Spot top story ideas and craft conceptual items that exceed readers' expectations
• Drive the conversation with scoops and trend stories
• Produce exclusive content
• Collaborate closely and effectively with internal and external audiences

Preferred Qualifications

Embody an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for Axios’ reader-first mission

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Robust PPO and High Deductible health insurance options on the Blue Cross Blue Shield network
• Employer Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution for the high deductible health plan option
• Dental and vision coverage
• Primary caregiver 12-week paid leave
• Generous vacation policy, plus holidays
• One mental health day per quarter
• Annual learning and development stipend
• $100 monthly work-from-home stipend
• Tele-mental health services through Headspace
• OneMedical membership, including tele-health services
• Personal health advocacy resources through HealthAdvocate
• Inclusive fertility, hormonal health and family forming benefits through Carrot Fertility
• Access to the Axios “Family Fund”, which was created to allow employees to request financial support when facing financial hardship or emergencies
• Increased work flexibility for parents and caretakers
• Virtual company-sponsored social events
• A strong and positive work environment
• A commitment to an open, inclusive, and diverse work culture