Investigative Reporter, News

The Role

The ABC Investigations unit is looking for an experienced senior Investigative Reporter who can develop and deliver groundbreaking investigations of national significance on a wide range of subjects across all ABC platforms. This role is based in our Ultimo, Sydney office within a dedicated, passionate and award-winning team.

The Job

• Conduct in-depth investigations across all media platforms
• Develop digital-first investigative stories for the ABC News website and app.
• Create quick-turnaround investigative stories for breaking news.
• Develop and report investigative stories for key programs including 4 Corners, 7.30 and Background Briefing.
• Collaborate with colleagues and generate diverse stories reflecting Australia's landscape.

Position Description :  50041688 INVESTIGATIVE REPORTER

About You

We are seeking a creative self-starter with significant experience as an Investigative Reporter in a broadcast or digital environment with a list of sources and contacts to match, including in areas such as politics, law enforcement and business. You will have considerable experience breaking exclusive stories that have state-wide and national impact. You work well individually and collaborating in a team environment.

You also have :

• Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.
• Extensive senior reporting experience with strong research and editorial skills.
• Proven track record of breaking impactful stories and strong presentation skills.
• Deep understanding of the digital news environment and cross-platform filing.
• Strong networks, collaborative team skills, and a passion for telling diverse Australian stories.

What we can offer you :

• 15.4% ABC Nominated Super.
• Paid parental, carer's and supporting partner leave.
• Salary packaging.
• ABC Mentoring.

About ABC News

Quality journalism, powerful investigations, outstanding production, and a collaborative, engaged and supportive workplace that offers opportunities and career development across regional and metropolitan Australia. Make a positive contribution to the national conversation, help set the agenda and build your skills, by joining Australia's most trusted and diverse news organisation.

More info :

In line with our focus on diversity and inclusion, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ individuals. The ABC also aims to achieve a gender-balanced workforce.

To request recruitment and selection information in alternate formats, request adjustments, or if you have accessibility requirements please contact accessibility@abc.net.au

If you want to know more, please contact Sean Nicholls, Editor ABC Investigations via nicholls.sean@abc.net.au

We are unable to accept email applications, please ensure that you submit your application via the online portal.

For more information on working at the ABC visit abc.net.au / careers

We respectfully request that Recruitment Agencies do not submit applications for this position.