Consumer Finance Watchdog Reporter | Bankrate

Bankrate

New York, NY, United States
Base: $105,000 - $150,000 py; bonus/equity: + equi...
On-site
Investigative and watchdog journalism
Consumer protection journalism
Mortgage lending industry reporting
Report on questionable, confusing, or predatory practices in home lending and adjacent industries, with the goal of protecting and informing consumers

Job Summary

  • Report on questionable, confusing, or predatory practices in home lending and adjacent industries, with the goal of protecting and informing consumers.
  • Create compelling stories that translate complex financial topics into clear, relatable, and actionable insights for everyday Americans.
  • Collaborate with editors, data reporters, multimedia producers, and subject-matter experts to deliver journalism that builds trust and positions Bankrate as the consumer’s advocate in financial decision-making.

Matching Summary

Report on questionable, confusing, or predatory practices in home lending and adjacent industries, with the goal of protecting and informing consumers.

Salary

Base: $105,000 - $150,000 per year; Bonus/Equity: + equity; Benefits: Health Insurance Coverage, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Holiday Pay, 401(k) with match, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Parental Bonding Benefit Program, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Investigative and watchdog journalism
  • Consumer protection journalism
  • Mortgage lending industry reporting
  • Translating complex financial topics
  • Collaborate with editors and data teams

Nice-to-have

  • Financial reporting experience
  • Consumer-focused journalism
  • Understanding of mortgage products
  • Cultivate diverse sources
  • Team-oriented mindset

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in journalism
  • Demonstrated ability to produce impactful stories
  • Strong reporting and writing skills
  • Ability to analyze financial documents or data
  • Excellent interviewing skills

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