Senior Reporter at Remitly

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Remitly Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Legal, Financial Services, MediaIndustries

Requirements

  • Tertiary qualification in journalism, media, communications, or a related field
  • At least 5 years of full-time reporting experience (financial or legal reporting preferred)
  • Proven ability to report, write, and edit under deadline pressure
  • Experience covering financial services, regulation, government, or courts
  • Strong research, analytical, and fact-checking skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, with an ability to distil complex information
  • Demonstrated integrity, accuracy, and sound news judgment
  • Comfortable collaborating across global teams and managing multiple priorities

Responsibilities

  • Produce accurate, engaging, and timely news and feature stories focused on the financial services and legal sectors
  • Break exclusive stories and contribute investigative pieces on litigation, regulation, and corporate matters
  • Monitor court activity, parliamentary developments, and regulatory trends across Australia
  • Build and maintain a strong network of sources, including lawyers, regulators, policymakers, and financial experts
  • Collaborate with editors, designers, and other reporters to deliver high-quality multimedia journalism
  • Uphold Law360’s editorial standards of accuracy, balance, and integrity
  • Represent Law360 at press briefings, conferences, and public forums
  • Contribute to the culture of innovation in a growing newsroom, including exploring new storytelling formats and AI tools

Skills

legal journalism
financial reporting
regulatory analysis
litigation reporting
investigative journalism
news writing
feature writing
source building

Remitly

International money transfer for immigrants

About Remitly

Remitly focuses on international money transfers, helping immigrants send money to their families quickly and securely at lower costs than traditional banks. The company charges transaction fees and earns from the exchange rate margin, offering various transfer options like bank deposits and cash pickups. Remitly enhances user experience through its website and mobile app, allowing real-time tracking of transfers, and engages with immigrant communities by providing helpful resources and educational support. Its goal is to meet the unique needs of immigrants while ensuring fast, affordable, and reliable money transfer services.

Seattle, WashingtonHeadquarters
2011Year Founded
$423.9MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Continuing Education or Travel Stipend
Office Culture
Flexible PTO, Schedules and Leaves
DEI Learning Opportunities
Community Engagement
Inclusive Benefits

Risks

Swift's integration into banks' channels poses a competitive threat to Remitly.
AI agents' rise may challenge Remitly's operational model in efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Schall Law Firm's investigation could impact investor confidence and Remitly's reputation.

Differentiation

Remitly focuses on immigrants, offering competitive rates and fast, secure transactions.
The company leverages technology for a seamless user experience via its app and website.
Remitly engages with immigrant communities through content and educational initiatives.

Upsides

Increased digital wallet adoption in key markets expands Remitly's reach to unbanked individuals.
AI agents in operations could reduce costs and improve Remitly's efficiency.
Visa collaboration enhances Remitly's cross-border fund flow services, boosting customer satisfaction.

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