We are looking for a US Sports Reporter to join our US newsroom team, working from the comfort of your home here in the UK!

Reporting to the US Sports Editor and Deputies, you will work across all of our major US titles; Mirror US, Express US, Irish Star & Liverpool.com, concentrating on US content. Working alongside a team of dedicated Sports reporters in the UK & US, you will write stories for our brands with a focus on US Sports and help to grow our audience.

Reach Plc is the UK’s largest commercial news publisher. We’re home to more than 130 trusted brands, from national titles like the Mirror, Express, Daily Record and Daily Star, to local brands like MyLondon, BelfastLive and the Manchester Evening News.

Since the start of 2023, we have been building out our US operation, headquartered at 200 Liberty St, New York. We’ve launched three standalone brands in the Mirror US, Express US and the Irish Star, covering news, sport, entertainment, politics and lifestyle - all targeted at US audiences.   

We’re now entering a period of rapid growth, and are looking to add ambitious and dynamic talent to our teams.

So if you enjoy a rapid pace, a flat structure and the opportunity to work in a scale-up environment backed by the resources of a large organization, Reach Plc could be perfect for you!

Job Description

We’re looking for a remote journalist who can tap into the US sports audience and drive growth through compelling, high-impact content. You’ll produce multiple stories a day while actively chasing exclusives and original pieces, using social media to both share and aggregate stories. You thrive on breaking news, getting snaps live within minutes, and you can operate independently from your home base with fast, clean copy and sharp judgment.

You’ll join our virtual newsroom, bringing ideas that shape the daily agenda and collaborating with a distributed team of passionate sports fans. You buy into our tabloid DNA and the product we’re building in the United States. We celebrate wins, encourage initiative, and communicate clearly across digital channels. You’re comfortable working autonomously, becoming a dependable presence on the remote desk, and maintaining a keen awareness of our rivals and the wider competitive landscape.

Shift Patterns & Working Location

This is a remote role and requires the successful candidate to be based in & have the right to work in the United Kingdom.

The standard shift pattern for this role is Monday to Friday from 7am to 3pm GMT. 

1 in 2 weekend shifts are required, but you will receive days back in lieu. A level of flexibility is required in this role, as shifts are open to last minute changes as a result of major sporting events.

Rotas are completed approximately 6 weeks in advance.

Qualifications

We are looking for a candidate with expert knowledge of US sports, ranging from national to college and even high school levels, along with a solid understanding of all sports. This role is perfect for a storyteller eager to engage new audiences, foster growth, and drive audience numbers.

The ideal candidate will have the ability to work efficiently and produce multiple articles daily while maintaining the accuracy and standards expected of a national publication. You must be able to thrive under pressure, delivering breaking news quickly and effectively.

You should have the keen ability to identify newsworthy stories and present them in a way that aligns with our brand, as well as the talent to produce exclusive and original content. Flexibility is key, as this role requires working various shifts, including weekends, evenings, and bank holidays, with the possibility of attending events or games as needed.

Additionally, you should have an affinity for data, with a willingness to track and analyse audience numbers. A self-starter attitude with a proactive approach is essential to succeed in this dynamic environment.

How we'll look after you

We take good care of our people - and that means more than just a pay packet. Whatever your role, you'll get a range of benefits, including:

• 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), as well as an extra day after you've been with us for three, five and 10 years. We also have a scheme to help you buy extra holiday if you want to.
• An extra day's paid leave each year to volunteer for a cause close to your community or your heart.
• Big moment day - an extra day’s paid leave for a moment that matters to you - like getting married, moving house or welcoming a new addition to the family (human or furry!)
• Bonus scheme - you'll get a stake in our success and a chance to add to your annual earnings.
• Help saving for your retirement - we'll match your company pension contributions up to 6% and you can contribute through salary sacrifice.
• Supportive and progressive people policies - we’re proud to have a range of policies to support people in their lives in and outside work, including enhanced family leave and policies to promote flexibility, inclusion and progression. We believe you shouldn’t have to wait to join us to know what to expect from us, which is why we share this overview of the policies we have in place to support families and carers. If there's something you want to understand more about, just ask - it won’t make a difference to your application.
• A healthcare cash plan - giving you money back for a range of medical expenses and fast access to doctor's appointments.
• Car lease scheme - you can buy a brand new electric or hybrid car through our leasing partner, and pay for it through salary sacrifice.
• Wellbeing support - including a 24/7 assistance programme for you and your family.
• Access to lots of discounts - including 15% off with Reach's very own online marketplace, Yimbly, where you can buy everything from homewares to beauty products.
• Interest-free loans - including for season tickets and technology.

Reach plc believes diversity brings benefits for our customers, our business and our people. This is why we are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.