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Senior Columnist

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Full-time hours

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Singapore

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Work mode: On-site
Experience: Experienced

About the role

The Straits Times Opinion desk is hiring a Senior Columnist to write regular analytical columns that challenge conventional thinking and shape public discussion. You will join a collaborative newsroom and produce commentary on topics such as the global economy, Indo-Pacific geopolitics, and domestic socio-economic trends. This role suits a deeply sourced, intellectually rigorous writer with a distinctive voice and a strong analytical background.

What you'll do

Conceptualise, research, and write one to two high-impact opinion columns each week.
Identify emerging trends in politics, business, economics, or society ahead of the mainstream and frame the conversation for decision-makers in Singapore and Asia.
Apply a deeply analytical approach, combining data-driven precision with broad structural insights.

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Act as a leading voice across platforms, including hosting or appearing on podcasts, contributing video commentary, and anchoring long-form interviews.

Work with the Opinion Editor and the wider editorial team to shape the newspaper's institutional voice on major issues.

Mentor junior writers and editors to raise the quality of commentary.

Maintain and grow a high-level network of sources among government officials, corporate executives, academics, and thought leaders.

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Based in Singapore.

Requirements

At least 15 years of experience in journalism, policy analysis, or a related field
Proven track record of high-quality commentary, long-form analysis, or leading coverage at a major news organisation
Deep knowledge of Singaporean affairs, Asian geopolitics, or global macroeconomics
Broad coverage across multiple subject areas
Confident, engaging, and authoritative writing style
Ability to distill complex issues into clear, accessible, and persuasive prose without losing nuance

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