Security Correspondent - Sky News

At this exciting, dangerous and pivotal time for issues around national security and defence, Sky News is looking for a Security Correspondent, to spearhead our journalism in this

crucial subject.  This person will have an enthusiastic appetite to break stories, and to provide premium analysis and expertise, so that our users will actively seek it out.  This person will bring bold story ideas, special access and excellent storytelling to connect with Sky News audiences and bring them distinctive, premium journalism, thereby connecting with a growing community.  

Sky News

Sky News is a world-class news service with a spirit of innovation and a fresh approach to story-telling. Our aim is to be the best and most trusted place for news, reflecting the diversity of our audience. Made by people who dare to challenge. Made for people who want clarity in an uncertain world.

What you'll do:​

• To cover stories and deliver original journalism about UK national security.  We anticipate this including terrorism, cyber attacks, attacks on infrastructure by foreign agents, political extremism and the extent to which its influenced from outside Britain, and the big picture of Britain's global strategic position.  This may involve sustaining relationships with the Home Office, intelligence services, and police.  The role doesn't require a granular knowledge of military matters, but an interest in defence & lively understanding of how global events relate to Britain is important.​

• To deliver this work across a range of platforms.  While the role doesn't require technical expertise, an appetite for embracing and exploring the potential of new platforms, and a willingness to learn and adapt in light of audience feedback, is important.​

• To help actively engage communities of Sky News users across all relevant platforms.  To do Q&A type sessions with them, and help think up new directions for us to grow and enthuse our users.  This may involve servicing Sky News commercial objectives through development of content associated with a personal brand.​

• To take on and beat our opposition when it comes to breaking significant stories, seizing and delivering innovative revelatory investigations, and providing specialist analysis.​

• To help shape and drive end to end content production, congruent with the objectives and workflows of the hub. ​

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What you'll bring:

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• Outstanding editorial judgement and subject matter expertise, with the ability to identify & develop agenda-setting premium stories that resonate with communities​

• Compelling on-screen communicator, able to explain complex issues with clarity, authority & charisma ​

• Multi-platform impact with strong skills presenting across all platforms, altering tone and delivery ​

• Ability to build communities of engaged subscribers with on-screen persona and delivery, supported through extensive community engagement​

Benefits and perks

There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here’s a taster:  

• Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema   

• Pension package with up to 9% employer contribution 

• Private healthcare with mental health support  

• Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance  

• Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect  

• Sharesave and Tech schemes  

• A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences 

How you’ll work 

This role is onsite.

Who we are 

We’re Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you’ll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society.

We’re an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates. We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can. 

Just so you know: if your application is successful, we’ll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer.  

To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position.

To find out more about working with us, search #LifeAtSky on social media.