Managing Editor (ELT)

A prestigious publisher of English Language Teaching materials based in central London is looking for a Managing Editor to work on their international schools list. The successful candidate will have a background in schools education publishing for the international market and ideally in the area of ELT.

Key duties:

• Manage the editorial process from approved manuscript through to publication
• Work closely with editorial, design and production to ensure titles are delivered on time and to budget
• Oversee all proof / delivery stages within the editorial team
• Manage authors and freelance suppliers to ensure materials are delivered on time and to brief
• Identify project milestones, risks and deliverables
• Implement best practice guidelines as directed by the Publishing Manager

Experience / skills required:

• Solid editorial project management experience within educational book publishing
• Experience and knowledge of the schools education sector either through teaching or publishing
• Demonstrable experience of managing multiple projects to tight deadlines
• A proven interest in ELT or language learning
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• A proactive approach and excellent communication skills

For further information, please apply online or email a CV and salary expectations to catherineroney@atwoodtate.co.uk.

Contact:            Catherine Roney

Tel:                   020 7487 8228

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