We are seeking a dedicated crime and court reporter to provide accurate, contemporaneous, and impartial coverage of court and inquest proceedings. This role is critical to upholding the principle of open justice, ensuring transparency and accountability, and informing the public about legal decisions that impact our community.
Key Responsibilities
· Attend and report on inquests, court hearings, trials, and legal proceedings
· Report on the status of criminal investigations, regional crime data, and Thames Valley Police initiatives
· Produce clear, concise, and engaging articles for both print and digital platforms
· Verify facts and maintain the highest standards of accuracy and impartiality
· Ensure all stories are legally and ethically compliant
· Collaborate with editors to prioritise stories that resonate with readers and drive engagement
· Utilise social media and digital tools to amplify coverage and interact with readers
Qualifications
· An NCTJ qualification or similar
· Experience covering court and inquest proceedings
· Strong writing and analytical skills
· Ability to understand and explain complex legal concepts in accessible language
· Strong legal knowledge and a commitment to ethical reporting
· Ability to engage with the public on the importance of open justice and freedom of the press
· Comfortable working in fast-paced environments with tight deadlines
. A full UK driving licence and access to a car are required
About Baylis Community Media CIC
We are an award-winning multi-media organisation with three weekly titles, based in Maidenhead and Henley and covering East Berkshire, South Bucks and South Oxfordshire.
We publish the Maidenhead Advertiser, Slough & Windsor Express, and Henley Standard along with their growing websites and busy social media accounts.
Baylis Community Media CIC is one of the few truly independent newspaper publishers left in the country and our communities and trusted public interest journalism are at the heart of everything we do.
We offer a competitive salary, five weeks' annual leave and all the tools you will need for hybrid working.
Salary: £28,000
To apply, email your CV, covering letter, and examples of your court reporting to jamesp@baylismedia.co.uk by Friday, September 4.