Deputy Bureau Chief, WSJ Pro Bankruptcy

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New York, New York 10261 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 09, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Federal Government
  • Summary

    Dow Jones' premium platform WSJ Pro is seeking a deputy bureau chief to manage coverage of financial distress, debt restructuring and corporate bankruptcy. In this role, you will lead a team of reporters producing market-moving scoops, data-centered analysis and insightful features for WSJ Pro Bankruptcy, serving its professional readership as well as the Wall Street Journal's general audience.This job calls for an enterprising player-coach to drive coverage at the highest levels of law and finance on corporate upheavals, legal battles and survival stories among troubled companies ranging from energy and retail to pharma and crypto.A strong background in restructuring and bankruptcy is preferred, as well as a solid knowledge of corporate finance and business generally. This role requires a detail-oriented editor to manage a team of reporters to uncover when companies' futures turn sour. Along with excellent news coverage that adheres to the highest ethical standards, newsletters, multimedia and live journalism are growth areas for Pro, and you will be part of shaping our approach and execution in these areas. The job is based in New York.You willManage editorial content and strategy, driving coverage priorities and supervising Pro Bankruptcy's team of reportersDrive proprietary stories on corporate restructuring, distressed-debt investing and chapter 11 bankruptcy casesVet scoops on tight deadlines, editing coverage that is both sophisticated and accessibleOriginate smart analysis on the news and trends shaping the restructuring marketCoordinate and collaborate with other Pro editors and reporters on subjects like private credit, private equity and venture capital as neededCo-lead production of Pro Bankruptcy's flagship daily newsletterYou haveDemonstrated news judgment and a detail-oriented mindsetThe ability to write content that is both sophisticated and accessibleA focus on professional development of your colleagues and subordinatesPrior management experience a plusEqual Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/VetsReasonable AccommodationWe are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.Base Pay Range: $135,000 - $145,000We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    Dow Jones' premium platform WSJ Pro is seeking a deputy bureau chief to manage coverage of financial distress, debt restructuring and corporate bankruptcy. In this role, you will lead a team of reporters producing market-moving scoops, data-centered analysis and insightful features for WSJ Pro Bankruptcy, serving its professional readership as well as the Wall Street Journal's general audience.This job calls for an enterprising player-coach to drive coverage at the highest levels of law and finance on corporate upheavals, legal battles and survival stories among troubled companies ranging from energy and retail to pharma and crypto.A strong background in restructuring and bankruptcy is preferred, as well as a solid knowledge of corporate finance and business generally. This role requires a detail-oriented editor to manage a team of reporters to uncover when companies' futures turn sour. Along with excellent news coverage that adheres to the highest ethical standards, newsletters, multimedia and live journalism are growth areas for Pro, and you will be part of shaping our approach and execution in these areas. The job is based in New York.You willManage editorial content and strategy, driving coverage priorities and supervising Pro Bankruptcy's team of reportersDrive proprietary stories on corporate restructuring, distressed-debt investing and chapter 11 bankruptcy casesVet scoops on tight deadlines, editing coverage that is both sophisticated and accessibleOriginate smart analysis on the news and trends shaping the restructuring marketCoordinate and collaborate with other Pro editors and reporters on subjects like private credit, private equity and venture capital as neededCo-lead production of Pro Bankruptcy's flagship daily newsletterYou haveDemonstrated news judgment and a detail-oriented mindsetThe ability to write content that is both sophisticated and accessibleA focus on professional development of your colleagues and subordinatesPrior management experience a plusEqual Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. EEO/Disabled/VetsReasonable AccommodationWe are committed to providing reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application and/or interview process. If you need assistance or accommodation in completing your application or participating in an interview due to a disability, email us at talentresourceteam@dowjones.com. Please put "Reasonable Accommodation" in the subject line and provide a brief description of the type of assistance you need. This inbox will not be monitored for application status updates.Base Pay Range: $135,000 - $145,000We're committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation to attract top talent. This pay range reflects our good faith estimate for the role and may vary based on a candidate's experience, skills, location, and other relevant factors.For bonus-eligible roles, targets are determined based on multiple considerations, including market benchmarks and individual contributions.For benefits-eligible roles, we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package covering health, retirement, wellbeing, and more, along with optional benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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