Political Enterprise Reporter, Money & Power
The Washington PostWashington, District of Columbia, United States
Posted April 17, 2026
137300 - 228900 USD
Full Time
About the Company
The Washington Post is an award-winning news leader whose mission is to connect, inform, and enlighten local, national and global readers with trustworthy reporting, in-depth analysis and engaging opinions. The Post is as much a tech company as it is a media company, combining world-class journalism with the latest technology and tools so readers can interact with The Post anytime, anywhere. Our approach is always the same– shape ideas, redefine speed, take ownership and lead. Every employee, every project, every day.
Job Description
Join the future of news as a Political Enterprise Reporter at The Washington Post. Cover money, influence, and power in politics, breaking news, driving accountability reporting, and translating complex financial and regulatory systems into riveting storytelling.
Requirements
- A track record of breaking news and producing impactful enterprise reporting on politics, business, investigations or related fields.
- Experience working with data, public records, and financial disclosures.
- Strong source-building skills and the ability to cultivate relationships across political and regulatory spheres.
- Demonstrated ability to explain complex systems clearly and accurately.
- Strong writing skills and the ability to work quickly under deadline pressure.
Benefits
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Company-paid pension and 401(k) match
- Three weeks of vacation and up to three weeks of paid sick leave
- Nine paid holidays and two personal days
- 20 weeks paid parental leave for any new parent
- Robust mental health resources
- Backup care and caregiver concierge services
- Gender affirming services
- Pet insurance
- Free Post digital subscription
- Leadership and career development programs