We are looking for a Law Reporter to join us on a 12-month fixed term contract to contribute to PA’s first-class written coverage of the High Court.
About us.
PA is the UK and Ireland’s trusted national news agency, delivering 24/7 multimedia journalism to every major newsroom across the country. With more than 150 years of newsgathering experience, our commitment to fast, fair and accurate reporting was recently recognised when PA Media was named National News Media Organisation of the Year at the Media Freedom Awards in 2025.
We sit at the heart of PA Media Group, a diverse portfolio of media and data businesses, including the pictureAnita Sadowniczyk agency Alamy and the video platform StreamAMG. Whether it's breaking news, live video, expert analysis or high-quality visuals, we provide essential content to publishers, broadcasters and brands.
About the role.
The successful candidate will be part of a team in one of the most high-profile and demanding specialisms at the national news agency. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly respected news reporting organisation with a reputation for speed and accuracy that is second to none.
You will play a key role in delivering detailed coverage of the High Court, ensuring customers receive fast, accurate and engaging reporting across digital and print platforms.
All our editorial roles are mapped to clear career pathways, with defined expectations at each level to support your development.
The minimum salary for the job level in which this role sits is £36,435, and the job family is Senior Reporter. We are happy to discuss this detail more during the recruitment stage should you have any questions.
What you will be doing.
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Produce accurate, fast, impartial and clearly written content for digital and print platforms in line with PA’s core editorial standards
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Write strong leads and provide rapid updates on developing court cases and judgments
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Be confident making written and verbal legal arguments when challenging reporting restrictions
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Identify and develop stories of national significance arising from hearings and judgments
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Produce detailed background pieces on important legal cases and issues
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Provide additional content and assets where appropriate, including social media updates, pictures and supporting multimedia content
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Work closely with fellow reporters, editors and specialist correspondents to deliver comprehensive coverage of major stories
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Plan coverage to ensure customers know what cases of significance are coming up
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Support and work collaboratively with colleagues across the wider news operation
What you'll need.
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Extensive experience of reporting at agency or daily newspaper level
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Detailed, up-to-date knowledge of the law and a strong understanding of media law
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Minimum 100wpm shorthand
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The ability to work accurately and calmly under pressure
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NCTJ Senior qualification or equivalent
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Experience of covering UK court cases is essential
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Experience of covering High Court cases would be highly desirable
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Experience of producing content for digital platforms as well as print would be beneficial
What we can offer you.
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5 weeks’ holiday in addition to 8 public holidays (pro-rated for part-time employees)
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Holiday purchase scheme
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Enhanced pay for maternity, paternity and adoption leave
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4% company pension contributions
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Wellbeing Day
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Life Assurance
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Eyecare Vouchers
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Cycle to Work scheme
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Employee Assistance Programme
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BUPA health cash plan
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