Japanese Language Companies Reporter - Tokyo

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Bloomberg News is looking for an enthusiastic Japanese Language reporter to drive our coverage of the consumer industry as well as Japanese trading houses. You will join a team of reporters both in Tokyo as well as other bureaus to break news around impactful corporate actions such as M&As and large investments.

• Be passionate about breaking news
• Be a self-driver with excellent news judgment and ability to develop sources across the industries as needed to ensure we are competitive on the biggest stories
• Be persistent and flexible enough to build various types of sources at each company on your beat
• Use your creativity to spot underlying theme or new trend in the industry
• Collaborate with colleagues across teams, groups, regions, and platforms, including working hand-in-hand with English-language reporters and editors

• At least 5 years of experience working in business journalism including writing for publication in Japanese
• A solid understanding of how Japanese companies operate and basic knowledge of the consumer industry
• Passion for career growth and willingness to embrace change
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders
• A strong work ethic; and the ability to work in a high-pressure environment
• Fluency in both written and spoken Japanese

• Working level in English would be an advantage

Life at Bloomberg is many things, but it’s never dull. We’re a truly global business with a truly diverse workforce. We pride ourselves on being open, inclusive and collaborative, and provide a work environment that inspires our employees to be their best. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and programs to support you and your family through different life stages, from parental leave to generous retirement savings plans.

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