Senior Political Correspondent

Are you ready to set the national agenda and shape the political conversation? We’re looking for a Senior Political Correspondent, for a fixed-term period, to take charge of Stuff.co.nz and ThreeNews’ political coverage, delivering sharp analysis, exclusive stories, and must-read content that keeps our audience informed and engaged.

What You’ll Do

Spearhead our political division, working closely with senior editorial leaders to define priorities and break impactful stories.
Create compelling news, analysis, and commentary that informs and sparks debate.
Drive digital storytelling, using audio, video, and social media to reach and engage our audience.
Host and produce political coverage across multiple formats, from breaking news specials to in-depth investigations.
Lead and mentor a high-performing team, ensuring excellence in reporting and content delivery.
Collaborate across the newsroom to maximise audience engagement and expand our reach.

What You’ll Bring

A proven track record in political journalism with exceptional news judgement.
Experience covering politics at a senior level, ideally with time spent in the Parliamentary Press Gallery.
Strong broadcasting skills, confident in hosting and presenting across platforms.
A sharp eye for exclusives and the ability to break agenda-setting stories.
Expertise in digital content creation, including video and audio production.
Deep knowledge of media law, editorial ethics, and industry trends.
A natural leader who thrives on collaboration and mentoring.

Why Join Us?

Work at the forefront of political journalism, influencing national discourse.
A culture of creativity, bold storytelling, and innovation.
The opportunity to experiment, test new ideas, and push boundaries.
A supportive and high-energy newsroom where your work makes an impact.

This is a role for someone with hunger, ambition, and an unrelenting drive for excellence.

Think you can do the job? Then apply now and start your journey with Stuff today.

Ka oti rānei i a koe tēnei mahi? Kāti, tono mai ināianei kia tīmata ai tō haerenga me Stuff i tēnei rā.

Stuff champions inclusion. Be it gender, ethnicity, beliefs, abilities or experiences - we know that diversity brings another lens through which we all learn, connect and grow.

E kōkiri nei a Stuff i te whāinga kia whai wāhi ai te katoa. Hāunga te ira, te iwi, ngā whakapono, ngā āheinga, ngā wheako rānei o te tangata - e mōhio nei tātou mā te kanorau e whai tirohanga hou ai, e ako ai, e tūhono ai, e whanake anō ai tātou katoa.

As we are committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities in New Zealand, we will always invite and encourage applications from people of all genders, ethnicities, disabilities and ages. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all.

Nā runga i tā mātou ū ki tētahi taiao mahi e whakaatu ana i te kanorau o ngā hapori i Aotearoa, i te ao, i te pō, ka pōhiringia, ka ākina anō ngā tono mahi a te marea whānui, hāunga te ira, te iwi, te hauātanga, te pakeke rānei. E ū nei mātou ki te whai kia wātea ai ā mātou ara whai mahi ki te katoa i runga i te mana taurite.

Disclaimer: Stuff does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Stuff is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.
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