Asia News Editor

Hong KongFull-time2026-11-02 → 2026-11-10

Hybrid

Core

Lead day-to-day news coverage of the Asia region for the Financial Times, managing a team in Hong Kong and setting daily priorities for the global homepage.

Role type

Senior News Editor (Management)

Builds

Daily news reports, homepage content, and strategic story ideas for the Asia region.

Domain

Global News / International Journalism

Required skills

News editing, leadership, news judgement, commissioning, team management, strategic communication

Preferred skills

Foreign correspondent background, prior knowledge of the Asia region

Technologies

N/A

Responsibilities

Commission, edit, and publish all coverage from the Asia region; set daily news priorities and hand off reports to London; manage the Hong Kong editorial team and rotas; act as deputy to the Asia Editor and liaise with the London homepage team.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with management responsibilities

About financialtimes33

The Financial Times is one of the world’s leading news organisations, globally recognised for its authority, integrity and accuracy, with a mission to deliver quality information and services worldwide. At the FT, curiosity thrives and ambitious thinking is rewarded. Here, you’re given the chance to reach millions, create work that matters and deliver impartial journalism in a polarised world. In our warm, collaborative culture, you’ll connect with a diverse community of experts who support your growth, career aspirations and wellbeing. Your future at the FT will be filled with opportunities t