Posted By Mark Scarp

The Des Moines Register
Job title: Financial Services Reporter
Full-time
Midwest
Application deadline: Sept. 1

The Des Moines Register seeks a talented journalist to cover insurance and financial services. With dogged reporting and compelling writing, this reporter will have the opportunity to produce national-caliber work covering one of the world’s largest insurance capitals. The successful candidate will use our multimedia tools to dig into the numbers, tell compelling stories and break news. Responsibilities include breaking news on the strategies, products and leaders in the industry; exploring how new financial regulations and economic forces affect Iowa companies and consumers; and attracting a following through a must-read business blog. A degree in journalism and at least five years experience is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a sharp eye for interesting stories, strong writing skills and a solid understanding of financial issues. Our experienced business staff has won several awards, including the Society of American Business Editors and Writers’ “Best of the Best” award for 2009. Iowa’s economy depends on a stable financial services industry, with 6,100 businesses and 81,000 employees. Des Moines is a national center for financial services and includes the headquarters of Principal Financial Group, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, Aviva USA and major sellers of annuities. We offer a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more. Send resume, cover letter, and at least five examples of your work with salary requirements to: Dotti Klootwyk, The Des Moines Register, 715 Locust, Des Moines, IA 50309

hraccount@dmreg.com

Fax: (515) 286-2526

Apply online: www.dmregister.com/apply

The Des Moines Register is committed to diversity and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Employment may be contingent on passing a pre-employment, post-offer drug test and acceptable motor vehicle record.

This is a vacancy.

[SABEW use: Job posted 08-06-10]