International Rights Assistant - Maternity Cover
Thames & Hudson is looking for a lively, hard-working and internationally minded person to join its busy international rights department.
You will be responsible for the accurate fulfilment of foreign language co-editions and licence agreements as well as for the provision of full administrative back-up, including the preparation of book fairs and business trips, to our Sales Executives and the Head of the department.
Suitable candidates must have some publishing experience, a good knowledge of book production processes and an interest in Thames & Hudson’s wide ranging list. Energy, enthusiasm, attention to detail and excellent organizational and communication skills are essential, and the ability to speak one European language would be an advantage.
The role offers a varied and in-depth experience of international publishing within a friendly team at one of the world’s foremost illustrated book publishers.
This position is for maternity cover starting in September, and is expected to last 12 months.
Application deadline: Monday 18 August 2014.
Candidates should send their CV and covering letter including their current salary to:
Alice Craddock
Thames & Hudson Ltd
181a High Holborn
London
WC1V 7QX