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This job is with BBC, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly. JOB DETAILS JOB BAND: D CONTRACT TYPE: Permanent, Full-time DEPARTMENT: BBC News LOCATION: Toronto, Canada PROPOSED SALARY RANGE: CAD97,000 - CAD112,000 depending on relevant skills, knowledge and experience. The expected salary range for this role reflects internal benchmarking and external market insights. This is a local hire position and eligible candidates must be able to live and work in Canada (Canadian citizenship, Permanent Resident, or work authorisation). Closing date: 18:59 EST August 3rd, 2025 PURPOSE OF ROLE The BBC is one of North America''''s most trusted news brands, reaching tens of millions digitally each month. We''''re expanding our reach-and you could be part of it. We''''re hiring a Senior Reporter to cover Canada with sharp, original journalism that resonates globally. If you have bold ideas and a passion for impactful storytelling, join us at bbc.com/news and help shape the future of international news. WHY JOIN THE TEAM It''''s an exciting time to join BBC News''''s digital team in North America. We''''ve doubled in size in two years and are expanding in Canada-our second-largest market outside the UK. Based in Toronto, you''''ll work with a dynamic team of editors and reporters, plus colleagues across the US and globally. Your journalism will reach a loyal, engaged audience across platforms-from TikTok to World Service Radio-making a global impact every day. YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND IMPACT: Deliver compelling, accessible digital journalism-from fast, accurate breaking news to in-depth features-on a wide range of topics relevant to Canadian and global audiences. Generate sharp, original story ideas that reflect Canada''''s diverse news agenda, from politics and natural disasters to pop culture and sport. Write with speed, clarity and creativity, turning complex issues into engaging content across formats and platforms. Bring strong editorial judgement and a deep understanding of Canadian news, backed by solid contacts and a global perspective. Collaborate with BBC teams in Toronto, the US, and worldwide, using our global resources to produce distinctive, high-impact journalism. YOUR SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE ESSENTIAL CRITERIA: Proven experience as a digital reporter, with a strong track record of breaking news and delivering original, high-impact journalism. Exceptional writing and storytelling skills, with the ability to turn complex topics into clear, engaging content across formats. Deep understanding of the Canadian news landscape, with strong editorial judgement and a wide network of contacts. Creative and confident self-starter, able to generate fresh angles that drive the story forward and work independently under pressure. Familiarity with using social media, search and audience data to improve storytelling and broaden audience reach #LI-DNI