Political Reporter, CNBC.com

CNBC Digital is looking for an experienced political reporter or editor to help lead our political coverage. The ideal candidate will be deeply sourced within Washington and a polished writer with extensive experience covering the White House, Congress and/or national elections.

This person will have a proven ability to break news while juggling real-time news of the day, long-form features and can also fill in as an editor as needed.

What you’ll do:

• Generate story ideas, break news and cultivate sources at high levels in the federal government, national parties, campaign finance teams as well as congressional, White House and campaign staff
• Mentor younger reporters
• Cover breaking news with accuracy and authority in real time
• Occasional editing

What we’ll offer:

At our Washington D.C. location, you’ll have access to great perks and amenities:

• Sweat it out –S Free onsite fitness center
• In the action – The D.C. bureau is in the shadow of the U.S. Capitol building, ideal for catching the newsmakers and lawmakers just in time for your next story
• Commuter’s Dream – The bureau is located just steps from Union Station, a central transportation hub
• Extras – Our Capitol Hill location is close to dozens of popular lunch options and high-end dinner spots

When you join the NBCUniversal family, you’ll get…

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What you’ll bring:

• A minimum of 10 years of experience as a political reporter or editor.
  
• Proven track record breaking news and filing stories in a fast-paced, real-time news environment.
  
• Reporting and writing investigative stories and/or long-form features.
  
• A collaborative demeanor with experience working and coordinating with multiple teams and across multiple platforms: social media, TV and digital video.
  
• The ability to perform in a high-volume, deadline-oriented environment.
  
• Strong writing, reporting, social media and technical skills.
  
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule, including mornings, evenings, and/or weekends as news breaks.
  
• Must be highly motivated, extremely organized, detail-oriented, and possess outstanding communication and coordination skills.
  
• The job can be based in Washington, DC or at our headquarters in Englewood Cliffs, N.
  
  Additional requirements:
  
  
• Must submit an attestation disclosing your COVID-19 vaccination status and, if partially or fully vaccinated, submitting your vaccination record no later than 7 days following commencement of employment.
  
• Must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 at the commencement of employment or adhere to enhanced protocols if Company determines your job position requires accessing an NBCUniversal worksite.
  
• Must be willing to adhere to all Company COVID-19 workplace safety policies and protocols.
  

You’ll stand out if:

• BA or college-level equivalent.
  
• Experience at a major online news site, daily financial publication or political desk of a large daily newspaper.
  
• Passionate about digital story-telling and creating the best reader experience online.
  
• Ongoing knowledge of and interest in the business world and financial news.
  
• Solid understanding of web standards and SEO.
  

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