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.
- 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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