Financial Times

About the Company

About the Financial Times
The Financial Times is one of the world's leading business news organisations, recognised internationally for its authority, integrity and accuracy. The FT has a record paying readership of one million, three-quarters of which are digital subscriptions. It is part of Nikkei Inc., which provides a broad range of information, news and services for the global business community.

Learn more about the FT, including announcements and career opportunities, at aboutus.ft.com.

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Listed Jobs

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Financial Times

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Paul McClean Graduate Trainee

Job Description

**Job Title:** Paul McClean Graduate Trainee **Role Summary:** A three-year professional development program for entry-level journalists to cultivate a career in financial journalism and global affairs at a globally renowned news organization. **Expectations:** Candidates must thrive in a high-pressure, fast-paced news environment with domestic and international assignments. Self-motivation, commitment to high journalistic standards, curiosity about global business and affairs, and strong writing skills are essential. Demonstrated ability to produce original, fact-based reporting across formats is required. **Key Responsibilities:** Complete eight weeks of in-house training, rotate through four six-month placements across news desks (including one overseas posting), and compete for a dedicated role in the third year. Participate in ongoing mentoring, feedback, and training. Performance is evaluated for program progression. **Required Skills:** Advanced written and verbal English proficiency, strong reporting and analytical abilities, data journalism competencies, cross-cultural communication, and adaptability in global contexts. Multilingual skills and familiarity with international affairs are advantageous. **Required Education & Certifications:** Bachelor’s degree. Data journalism certifications preferred. Valid UK work authorization until October 2029. Demonstration of newsroom readiness through original reporting samples and journalism experience.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

Junior

26-12-2025

Company Name

Financial Times

Job Title

Account Executive, Banking & Finance (12-month FTC)

Job Description

**Job Title** Account Executive, Banking & Finance (12‑month Fixed‑Term Contract) **Role Summary** Support advertising sales for FT core and specialist titles, with primary focus on FT Adviser. Act as product specialist, develop proposals, generate leads, and drive revenue growth through digital display, content, and broader FT assets. Collaborate with editorial, marketing, insight, and campaign operations teams to deliver client‑ready solutions and expand commercial opportunities. **Expectations** - Deliver accurate, compelling proposals and sales materials. - Build and maintain relationships with junior and mid‑level agency and client contacts. - Meet or exceed revenue targets for FT Adviser and contribute to overall portfolio growth. - Ensure Salesforce data is up‑to‑date and use audience/insight tools to inform pitches. - Operate proactively, prioritize tasks effectively, and work collaboratively across functions. **Key Responsibilities** - Create client‑ready proposals across the FT portfolio. - Conduct lead generation via account mapping and competitor analysis. - Serve as the go‑to specialist for FT Adviser, identifying upsell and cross‑sell opportunities. - Represent FT Adviser in internal and external meetings; liaise with editorial to align commercial initiatives. - Develop sales narratives and materials in partnership with marketing. - Introduce new audience insights to expand FT Adviser’s commercial potential. - Maintain accurate records in Salesforce and track activity on LinkedIn. **Required Skills** - Proven experience in sales or commercial roles; strong desire to grow in advertising/media sales. - Commercially minded with interest in financial services and media. - Excellent communication and presentation abilities. - Highly organized, able to prioritize multiple tasks. - Collaborative, comfortable working with editorial and cross‑functional teams. - Proficiency in Salesforce and LinkedIn. - (Desirable) Experience in financial services industry, digital advertising sales, and familiarity with FT products/platforms (e.g., Slack). **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, Communications, or related field (or equivalent professional experience). - No specific certifications required; relevant sales or media training considered a plus.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

12-01-2026

Company Name

Financial Times

Job Title

Sales Development Representative - DACH, Nordics, NL and CEE (12-month FTC)

Job Description

Job title: Sales Development Representative – DACH, Nordics, NL & CEE Role Summary: Drive outbound lead generation and qualification for FT Professional’s field sales team across DACH, Nordics, NL and CEE regions. Execute cold calling, email prospecting, and inbound lead follow‑up to create and refine a sales pipeline. Work closely with marketing to optimise lead quality and report on outreach performance. Expectations: Deliver a high volume of qualified leads, maintain accurate CRM records, collaborate with field sales managers, and provide weekly outreach metrics. Exhibit strong self‑motivation, resilience, and a proactive learning mindset about FT Professional’s offerings. Key Responsibilities: - Prospect and build sales pipeline via outbound calls and email outreach. - Follow up on inbound leads to generate new opportunities. - Research and engage potential budget holders and decision‑makers. - Pre‑qualify leads and schedule appointments or callbacks for field sales. - Assign qualified opportunities to field sales team and coordinate next steps. - Collect feedback with sales managers and refine lead qualification criteria. - Contact readers for testimonials and support sales proposals. - Collaborate with marketing to improve lead generation campaigns. - Record all prospect interactions in CRM and maintain data integrity. - Produce weekly performance reports and actionable insights. Required Skills: - Proven lead generation and/or nurturing experience. - Excellent written and verbal communication. - Self‑driven with high resilience and motivation. - Strong organisational and prioritisation abilities in fast‑paced settings. - Detail‑oriented with independent work capability. - Team player with initiative; collaborative mindset. - Proficient in MS Office applications. - Proficiency in CRM usage (Salesforce.com preferred). - Fluency in one or more languages from DACH, Nordics, NL, or CEE regions (desirable). Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field. ---

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

26-01-2026

Company Name

Financial Times

Job Title

Consultant, FT Strategies - 12 Month FTC

Job Description

**Job Title:** Consultant – FT Strategies (12‑Month FTC) **Role Summary:** Deliver strategic consulting services for global media clients, focusing on digital transformation, business model resilience, and data‑driven insights. Lead client engagements, develop hypothesis‑based solutions, build financial and analytical models, and drive project delivery within a fast‑paced, multidisciplinary consultancy. **Expectations:** - Provide high‑quality, timely consulting deliverables that influence client strategy. - Build and maintain strong client relationships, responding to ad‑hoc requests and ensuring client satisfaction. - Mentor junior consultants and collaborate cross‑functionally with data, technology, and industry specialists. - Leverage generative AI tools to accelerate research, writing, and data analysis while maintaining analytical rigor. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead end‑to‑end client engagements: research, hypothesis development, analysis, and recommendation. - Build and validate financial models, quantitative analyses, and data visualisations to support strategic recommendations. - Create concise, compelling slide decks and written reports for senior client stakeholders. - Coordinate project work streams, delegate tasks, and manage timelines across internal and external resources. - Maintain continuous communication with clients to refine scope and manage expectations. - Mentor junior team members, providing guidance on analytical techniques and client interaction. - Utilize AI and other advanced tools to enhance research accuracy and productivity. **Required Skills:** - 2+ years of client‑facing experience in strategy or management consulting. - Advanced proficiency in Excel (data modelling, pivot tables, advanced functions) and PowerPoint. - Strong hypothesis‑driven problem‑solving and quantitative analysis skills. - Ability to translate complex data into clear visual insights. - Project management capability: planning, delegating, and tracking deliverables. - Excellent written and verbal communication, with proven presentation skills. - Client‑relationship management and mentoring aptitude. - Fluency in generative AI tools (e.g., GPT‑based platforms) for research and content generation. - Curiosity, adaptability, and strong interpersonal skills. **Required Education & Certifications:** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or related discipline (advanced degree preferred). - Demonstrated proficiency in project management methodologies (PMP, Prince2, or equivalent) is an advantage but not mandatory.

London, United kingdom

Hybrid

27-01-2026