Journalist

Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Company: Money Petrol – Media Arm of RG Group

Employment Type: Full-Time 

Salary: AED 5,000 – 8,000/month 

Role Overview:

Money Petrol, a dynamic and rapidly growing financial media platform based in Dubai, is seeking a talented and experienced Journalist – Media & Journalist to join our editorial team. This role is ideal for a passionate storyteller with a sharp eye for detail, a deep understanding of media landscapes, and a keen interest in business, finance, and current affairs. You will play a pivotal role in shaping the voice of Money Petrol and delivering impactful, engaging content to our growing audience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Research, pitch, and write original news articles, features, interviews, and opinion pieces aligned with Money Petrol’s editorial standards.
• Cover breaking news, press events, and industry developments relevant to finance, business, innovation, and markets.
• Conduct thorough interviews with industry experts, executives, and stakeholders to develop credible and compelling stories.
• Collaborate closely with editors, multimedia teams, and digital marketing to enhance content quality and visibility.
• Ensure all content adheres to journalistic ethics, accuracy, and legal standards.
• Monitor financial markets, government policies, and economic trends to identify stories with high reader relevance.
• Optimize written content for digital formats including SEO, headlines, and social media sharing.
• Meet tight deadlines in a fast-paced, content-driven environment without compromising quality.
• Occasionally represent the brand at industry events, conferences, and media briefings.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Journalism, Media, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of professional journalism experience – preferably in financial, business, or investigative reporting.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating versatile writing skills across formats (news, features, interviews, reports).
• Excellent command of English – both written and verbal.
• Deep understanding of UAE and GCC media and business environment.
• Strong editorial judgment and fact-checking ability.
• Familiarity with CMS platforms, newsroom tools, SEO practices, and digital publishing workflows.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and manage multiple assignments simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a proactive, self-driven attitude.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• A dynamic and collaborative work culture in the heart of Dubai’s media hub
• Opportunity to grow with one of the most promising financial media startups in the region
• Access to industry events, global experts, and exclusive interviews
• Continuous learning and career development support