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Leveraged Finance Editor – Debtwire North America

Ion · New York

Posted 7 days ago · $160,000 - $200,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
7 days
Ion's roles stay open a median of 44 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
22% of Ion's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Ion
low
0 stale, 0 reposted of 87 open
Hiring momentum
108 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Ion's own lever board since 2026-08-04. Full hiring picture for Ion.

About this role

The Leveraged Finance Editor at Debtwire North America will lead coverage of leveraged finance news, focusing on developments in leveraged loans, high yield bonds, and private credit. The role involves generating news scoops, collaborating with other reporters and analysts, and utilizing market sources to uncover leads. Candidates will also have opportunities for travel and moderating at conferences while working in a dynamic news environment.

Our read on this posting4.6out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
5/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
4/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Ion as an employer.

What you need

  • Experience covering debt markets
  • Strong track record of breaking news in leveraged finance

Nice to have

  • Experience in private credit
  • M&A experience
  • Prior team leadership experience or aspirations to become an editor

What you get

  • Estimated salary range of $160,000 - $200,000
  • Salary is negotiable depending on experience and skills
  • Discretionary bonus
  • Paid holidays
  • 401(k)
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Worth weighing

  • Role involves both reporting and editing responsibilities (player-coach role)
  • Competitive news environment may require high pressure and fast-paced work
  • Experience in leveraged finance is mandatory, which may limit candidates without this background

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Listed by Ion on their lever job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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