Publishing Manager

A well-respected independent publisher and quality author-services company is seeking a new Publishing Manager following a recent acquisition. This role will be responsible for delivering the publishing programme to existing customers and generating new business. This role is based in their Leicestershire offices.

Key duties:

• Brief potential authors and sign up new titles
• Manage the royalty system for books as required
• Oversee and monitor budgets
• Work with the Managing Editor to ensure the smooth running of the production schedule
• Attend events and give presentations about the company
• Hands on editorial and production tasks, including project managing, copy editing and proof reading
• Contribute to the company’s future strategy

Experience / skills required:

• Proven experience in trade publishing is essential for this role
• A broad knowledge of book marketing and production is essential for this role
• You will ideally be familiar with author-services companies and the self-publishing world
• Excellent customer service and organizational abilities are essential
• A full driving license is essential

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

Contact:            Claire Louise Kemp

Tel:                   01865 339628

Atwood Tate embraces diversity and seeks to promote the benefits of diversity in all of our business activities and to develop a business culture that reflects that belief.  We welcome applications from all members of society irrespective of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief.