Deputy Middle East Bureau Chief

Job Description

The Wall Street Journal is seeking a deputy bureau chief to help shape and shepherd our coverage of the Middle East from Dubai.

Youll help reporters develop must-read stories about the most dynamic people and issues in the region. Youll work closely with the Wall Street Journals team of reporters throughout the Mideast helping them conceptualize high-impact stories and elevate breaking news with smart unique angles.

The ideal candidate is equally comfortable handling breaking news editing ambitious long-form features and coaching reporters to produce their best work. You should also be comfortable jumping into the fray to write and report strong stories of your own.

You have

• Impeccable judgment and the ability to exercise it under intense deadline pressure.

• Sharp writing and editing skills alongside a deep appreciation for the craft of reporting.

• A keen sense of the Journals a...