The Times is seeking a transport correspondent to cover one of the most important beats in journalism.

The successful candidate will be an outstanding reporter with a track record of exclusives, a forensic eye for weighty Whitehall documents and an insatiable interest in a subject that affects the lives of everyone. You must be ready to spot stories, understand human interest and cultivate contacts, from government ministers to lobbyists and protest groups.

Please apply with a covering letter and your CV by October 19.

Responsibilities

• Bring in regular exclusives and maintain excellent contacts in the transport field
• Write stories in a distinctive and engaging way that meets the brief from the commissioning editor and to the required length
• Command respect and authority on the subject of transport and communicate that knowledge effectively in print, digital, radio and television as a representative of The Times
• Be a se...