Job from partnerThis is a Journalist - Property News role with Domain based in Sydney, NSW, AU
== Domain ==
Role Seniority - junior, mid level
More about the Journalist - Property News role at Domain
Journalist - Property News
Job Description
Job Summary
We are looking for a journalist who will report on Australia’s property market for a national audience. You will be part of Domain’s national news team, which covers a broad range of topics, from property data like the quarterly House Price Report, suburb results and market forecasting, to the latest fascinating and luxury listings, to interest rates and economic policy, as well as social issues like housing and rental affordability. There’s also property advice, a lot of lifestyle and heart-warming human interest stories, and annual editorial projects like The Block coverage. Knowledge of SEO/AIO is valued, although not essential. What we are really looking for is a gun journalist, news-style, who is a fast-learner looking to be rewarded for talent in versatility, news-gathering and news writing.
This position can be based in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane.
Responsibilities
Generate and proactively pitch unique story ideas and cover a broad range of topics
Jump on breaking news if required and fi le to tight deadlines but generally work ahead of time
Analyse and interpret property data reports when required for story ideas
Prepare clear, accurate, clean articles
Production work including supporting the content team on article building, image sourcing and input into the Wordpress CMS
Work with and build upon a network of editorial contacts
Work cross-functionally with the social, video, magazines and commercial news teams to ideate on cross-
About You
Experience:
Demonstrated experience in journalism, preferably within a digital newsroom environment where breaking news was required
Track record of producing clean, accurate and thoughtful copy with minimal editing required
Generating and pitching original story ideas
Writing across a range of topics at varied paces, showing a clear curiosity for trends, new angles and creative thinking
Adaptibility: willing to learn new topics quickly (e.g. economic policy, housing trends)
Audience-first mindset: basic understanding of social media platforms and how news performs across them
Consistency: consistently maintain high standards of quality work for your editor
Independent and open-minded: Work autonomously yet maintain open communication and be receptive to feedback
Key attributes:
Versatility: comfortable jumping between hard news, data stories, lifestyle and human interest
2-5 years experience, with experience in a news room
University-level degree in journalism/communications
Knowledge of, or an interest in, the Australian property market
About Domain part of CoStar Group:
Domain is a leading property technology and services marketplace that is home to one of the largest portfolios of property brands in Australia, including the Domain, Allhomes and Commercial Real Estate (CRE) platforms. In 2025, Domain became part of CoStar Group (NASDAQ: CSGP), a global leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, online marketplaces and 3D digital twin technology. Together, Domain and CoStar Group is dedicated to digitising the world’s real estate, empowering all people to discover properties, insights, and connections that improve their businesses and lives.
What’s Next?
We’ll give your application the thoughtful attention it deserves and get back to you as soon as possible. If there’s a match, one of our recruitment consultants will reach out—so keep your phone handy! We’re genuinely excited about the chance to work together and make a meaningful impact.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion at Domain
Domain is enthusiastically and unapologetically committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive work culture which reflects our customers and communities. We are proactively looking for candidates from all lived experiences, including people with disability, and people of all ages, ethnicities, cultures (including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples), faiths, sexual orientations, and gender identities (including trans and non-binary people).
We are committed to providing an equitable recruitment process for people with disability. If you require adjustments during the process we’re here to support. If you wish to receive this job advertisement in an accessible format, or have a confidential chat about workplace adjustments, please contact our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion team at Write to the company or leave a message on 1300 858 356 and we will get back to you.
CoStar Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing
Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Domain team will be there to support your growth.
Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined
Key Responsibilities
- Generating and pitching story ideas
- ⚡ Covering breaking news
- ✍️ Preparing articles
Key Strengths
- Journalism
- Story pitching
- SEO/AIO knowledge
- Data analysis
- Social media understanding
- Adaptability
Why Domain is partnering with Hatch on this role. Hatch exists to level the playing field for people as they discover a career that’s right for them. So when you apply you have the chance to show more than just your resume.
A Final Note: This is a role with Domain not with Hatch.
