Freelance Writer

London, England, United Kingdom

12/20/2024

Application Deadline: 31 March 2025

Department: Content Editorial & Research

Location: London

Description

IAM and WTR, two market-leading intellectual property content platforms, are seeking experienced reporters to add to their network of freelance content creators.
IAM reports on strategies for IP value creation, while WTR focuses on the management and protection of brands. Both have international beats and are dedicated to bringing breaking news and high-level analysis to an audience of senior business and legal professionals.
We are seeking freelance reporters who can interview key players in the industry, report on emerging industry trends, assess significant legal developments, and generate original story ideas.
To apply, send a copy of your CV, links to two stories that you have had published and three story ideas related to intellectual property for either IAM or WTR's audience.

Why LBR?
An amazing market position, enviable growth, collaboration and wonderful people are just some of the reasons to further your career with Law Business Research. Our culture is shaped by our core values that promote equality, agility, and respect in everything we do.

Law Business Research has been selected as a winner for the 2024 Inspiring Workplaces Awards. We're proud of our inclusive and inspiring culture here at LBR and we remain committed to creating a positive workplace for all our employees

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We also take our place in this world of ours very seriously and engage in a wide variety of charitable and community based initiatives. We work extensively with Swawou School in Sierra Leone, which we established to provide education for 120 girls, and on an ongoing basis we underwrite the school's costs.

'We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and are committed to ensuring that all candidates are given the same opportunity to succeed regardless of their sex, gender identity/expression or reassignment, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age or disability.'

Key Responsibilities

• Authoring well-written content for an audience of senior IP professionals


• Pitching ideas to the platform editors.

Skills Knowledge and Expertise

• Experience working as a reporter, producing published content for specialist audiences.


• A track record of producing compelling and insightful analysis, including long-form content.


• Ability to proactively engage with the market and become a trusted contact for senior industry figures.


• Willingness to represent the brand and report on relevant local events.


• A strong interest in, or experience of, intellectual property