U.S. Retail Correspondent (Level 1 Journalist)

Reuters is looking for a dynamic, enterprising Consumer Goods & Retail Correspondent to join our busy New York team and drive agenda‑setting coverage of some of the world’s most influential companies. This is a high‑profile role on one of our most competitive beats, spanning retail, apparel, luxury and the global consumer‑goods industry. We are looking for an experienced journalist who can come up with distinctive story ideas and knows how to report them out, both independently and in collaboration with other team members in the U.S. and globally. The successful candidate is a self-starter who thrives on breaking market‑moving exclusives, spots shifts in consumer behavior before they show up in the data, and delivers ambitious, deeply reported initiatives that illuminate how global brands shape the economy and everyday life. A sharp grasp of the business models and strategies of major U.S. consumer and retail companies, combined with a proven track record in source-building, are essential to be successful in the role. About the Role As a U.S. Retail Correspondent, you will: Break exclusive stories on strategy, supply‑chain decisions, pricing moves, M&A activity and executive shake‑ups across major consumer‑goods and retail companies. Deliver insightful enterprise reporting that connects corporate actions to broader trends in consumer spending, geopolitics, trade and regulation. Build and sustain a strong network of senior executives, brand managers, analysts, investors, supply‑chain specialists and policymakers. Produce fast, accurate spot news under tight deadlines while developing distinctive medium‑ and long‑term projects. Collaborate across Reuters’ business, markets, global industries and consumer teams to strengthen stories with cross‑border insight and financial depth. Interpret earnings, regulatory filings, economic data and market signals to produce authoritative, high‑impact journalism. About You To be our U.S. Retail Correspondent, you are likely to have: At least five years of reporting experience, preferably in business, corporate or financial journalism. A proven track record of scoops, strong sourcing and ambitious enterprise work. An energetic, curious and highly enterprising reporter who brings fresh ideas every day. Strong understanding of how multinational consumer‑goods companies operate — from procurement and manufacturing to pricing, distribution, marketing and supply chain. Ability to write clearly, quickly and analytically for a global audience. Comfort working with data, financial reports and economic indicators. A collaborative mindset and willingness to work closely with colleagues across desks and time zones. Candidate must be able to live and work in the United States. ***Please note, the job application deadline is Sunday, March 22. Early applications are encouraged. #LI-CH1 What’s in it For You? At Reuters, our people are our greatest assets. Here are some of the benefits we offer for your personal and professional growth: Global Career: As a global company, we can offer a truly international career and progression opportunities. Learning & Development: On the job learning and coaching. We also have a dedicated training team focused on the continuous development of our journalists. Industry Competitive Benefits:  We offer competitive salary packages and market leading benefits including paid volunteering days. Perks: Work alongside Pulitzer Prize-winning journalists and a team who provide unmatched, award-winning coverage of the world’s most important stories. About Reuters Reuters is the world’s largest multimedia news provider. Founded in 1851, it is committed to the Trust Principles of independence, integrity and freedom from bias. With unmatched coverage in over 16 languages, and reaching billions of people worldwide every day, Reuters provides trusted intelligence that powers humans and machines to make smart decisions. It supplies business, financial, national and international news to professionals via desktop terminals, the world's media organizations, industry events and directly to consumers. Thomson Reuters complies with local laws that require upfront disclosure of the expected pay range for a position. The base compensation range varies across locations. Eligible office location(s) for this role include one or more of the following: New York City, San Francisco, Los Angeles, and/or Irvine, CA; McLean, VA; Washington, DC. The base compensation range for the role in any of those locations is $72,000 USD - $130,000 USD. About Thomson Reuters Thomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news. We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward. 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More information about Thomson Reuters can be found on thomsonreuters.com At Thomson Reuters, we’re not riding the AI wave — we’re reshaping the future of professional work across law, tax, compliance, and journalism. Here, you will collaborate with smart, ambitious people who thrive on solving complex problems, delivering market-leading solutions, and innovating with curiosity and care. Learn more about a career with us 📖 Our employer story 🔍 Inside Thomson Reuters blog 🏆 Awards and recognition 🤝 Our values Future-ready careers Our focus on a skills-first approach ensures you’ll have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.

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