Chemical Markets Reporter

S&P Global

. Break and develop original news stories on chemical, petrochemical, energy, and feedstock markets across China, Northeast Asia, and Southeast Asia .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeSingapore • SingaporeMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in breaking news and producing analytical content within the chemical, petrochemical, and energy sectors, with fluency in Mandarin and English. Capable of managing multiple story threads and building relationships across the Asia-Pacific region.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fluency In Mandarin ChineseProfessional Newswriting ExperienceStrong Understanding Of Chemical MarketsExceptional Written And Verbal Communication SkillsData-Driven Journalism Experience

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Hard Skills

Breaking News ProductionAnalytical Content CreationMarket Data InterpretationHigh-Level InterviewingDeadline Management

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsRelationship-BuildingCollaboration Across Time Zones

Tools & Technologies

S&P Global EnergyMarket Intelligence Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree In JournalismBachelor's Degree In CommunicationsBachelor's Degree In Economics

Industry Keywords

Chemical MarketsPetrochemical MarketsEnergy MarketsFeedstock MarketsAsia-Pacific Region

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Break and develop original news stories on chemical, petrochemical, energy, and feedstock markets across China, Northeast Asia, and Southeast Asia
Deliver timely, accurate, and market-moving journalism to Chemical Week's global professional readership daily
Conduct high-level interviews with industry executives, policymakers, trade bodies, and market analysts across Asia-Pacific
Produce breaking news and analytical features
Interpret complex industry and market data for professional subscribers
Build and maintain a regional source network across the Asia-Pacific chemical and petrochemical ecosystem
Contribute to podcasts and editorial events
Represent Chemical Week at industry conferences and events
Provide live editorial coverage, conduct on-the-ground interviews, and identify emerging story leads
Travel internationally occasionally

Requirements

What you’ll need

Fluency in Mandarin Chinese (written and spoken)
Professional newswriting experience in journalism, financial media, or specialist trade publication environments
Demonstrable track record of breaking news and producing analytical content under daily deadline pressure
Strong understanding of chemical, petrochemical, energy, or feedstock markets, or ability to rapidly acquire deep sector knowledge
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Journalism, Communications, Economics, or a related discipline; or equivalent professional experience in lieu of formal qualifications
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English and Mandarin
Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
Ability to manage multiple story threads, prioritise breaking news, and consistently deliver to deadline
Ability to collaborate across time zones
Experience with Asian chemical, petrochemical, or energy markets preferred
Data-driven journalism experience preferred
Familiarity with S&P Global Energy or comparable specialist market intelligence platforms preferred
Additional Asian language skills advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
Generous time off
Continuous learning resources and career development opportunities
Competitive pay
Retirement planning
Continuing education program
Company-matched student loan contribution
Financial wellness programs
Family benefits and perks
Retail discounts
Referral incentive awards