About this role
Role Overview
We’re looking for a trainee reporter in Cambridgeshire who has what it takes to join a dynamic digital team covering breaking news, trending stories and reporting on patch. ****No day is the same in this busy news patch, where you will be part of a dedicated team setting the agenda with fast-paced, accurate responses to the news that truly matters to our audiences.****You will be supported by the Cambridgeshire editors and other reporters, given training to qualify as a senior reporter and progress within the company.****The role will be a hybrid mix of office working, patch work and home working, and your work will also contribute to the weekly editions of our newspapers covering stories across Huntingdonshire and Ely.
Requirements
- NCTJ qualifications, shorthand preferable, or an equivalent qualification.
- Ability to respond quickly and accurately to breaking news.
- Confidence working across digital platforms and social media.
- Ability to identify trending stories and high‑performing evergreen content.
- Strong digital storytelling skills and willingness to learn.
- Commitment to legal and ethical guidelines, including IPSO regulations.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a dedicated digital news team.
- Willingness to work a hybrid pattern across office, home and patch.
- Drive to progress to senior reporter through training and support.
Benefits
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- Holiday buy scheme for extra flexibility
- Structured career progression & ongoing training
- Pension plan
- Employee Helpline counselling and advice
- Perks & discounts including:
- Gym membership
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Eye care
- Retail discounts
- Team building days & annual volunteer charity day