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Assistant Editor, Transworld (12-month-FTC)
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28624) 3 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Editorial |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time Hybrid |
| Salary and Benefits | Circa £31,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. |
| Skills | Editorial experience within a trade book publisher (in-house editorial team), ideally on fiction, with exposure to acquisition-to-publication workflows; Proven experience taking books through the publishing cycle at a book publisher (e.g., editorial meetings, acquisitions support, copy-edit/proof stages, production schedules, jacket copy, metadata, author/agent liaison); Experience working with authors and agents as part of a publisher’s editorial process; Demonstrable awareness of and engagement with the fantasy and romantasy market - retailers, media, audiences, communities and competitors and all things digital. Experience of managing multiple projects at once and confidence to communicate with authors / key stakeholders and internal teams. Excellent communication skills and author care; Proactive problem-solver, positive mentality with an ability to remain calm in a pressurised, speedy environment; Collaborative team player; The ability to multitask, be flexible, resourceful and handle competing priorities; Highly organised and great attention-to-detail – managing diaries and schedules; Good at spotting opportunities for improvement and growth – enthusiastic and curious; Confidence in partnering with internal teams across the business to champion books. |
Head of Social Media (12m FTC)
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28623) 3 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Social Media |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time |
| Salary and Benefits | The salary band for this opportunity is c.£70,000 depending on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus benefits. |
| Skills | Significant experience of running social media channels for a culturally influential media or entertainment brand, with evidence of driving audience growth and shaping conversation; Proven experience of managing and developing high performing social and influencer teams, with a strong strategic leadership track record; Deep understanding of social media trends, algorithms, best practices, audience behaviour and tools across all major platforms; Experience of managing projects end to end; Experience with social analytics and listening tools, with AI tools as a plus, to leverage data-driven insights to inform decisions and social media strategy; Able to prioritise effectively, with the ability to see bigger picture; Ability to work in a flexible and sometimes unpredictable environment; Impeccable stakeholder management and communication skills. |
Publishing Director, Hutchinson Heinemann
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28622) 3 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Editorial |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent Hybrid |
| Salary and Benefits | Competitive: dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. |
| Skills | Proven track record of publishing excellence and sustained success in fiction, with deep expertise and taste in literary fiction; A thoughtful, experienced people manager with the ability to motivate, develop and mobilise teams to deliver excellence and commercial goals; A strategic thinker who can articulate a compelling vision for the list and communicate it in ways that engage internal teams, agents and authors; Strong negotiation capability in complex deals and auction environments; Confidence managing the complexity of publishing decision-making - listening well, inviting different viewpoints, being decisive, and explaining the “why” clearly; Creatively confident and distinctive, with strong instincts for packaging and campaigns, and the ability to bring books to life from acquisition through publication and beyond; Commercially astute, uses market knowledge and data to improve decisions and is motivated by sustainable growth; A leadership approach that reflects Cornerstone qualities: a candidate comfortable questioning the status quo, taking smart risks and experimenting in their publishing. A fast learner with editorial courage and commitment to free expression. A resilient, energised publisher focused on delivering sustainable performance and with a growth mindset. An inclusive figure committed to the development of others, and to fostering an environment of psychological safety and belonging in their team. |
Senior/Commissioning Editor, Del Rey (Cornerstone)
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28607) 5 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Editorial |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | £35,000 - £45,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. |
| Skills | Strong prior experience in successfully acquiring and publishing best-selling sci-fi and fantasy titles; A commercial mindset with the ability to think strategically about potential acquisitions; Strong internal and external relationship management skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of people and influence others; A good mix of strong creative and analytical skills; A confident negotiator who is not afraid to constructively challenge when required. Delivery-focused with experience in managing projects, strong personal organization, and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities; A self-starter who thinks entrepreneurially; Resilient and able to work under pressure; Confident in your own judgment; A strong team player with interpersonal sensitivity. |
Senior Editor, Children's (12- Month-FTC)
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28604) 6 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Editorial |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time |
| Salary and Benefits | Circa £40,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. |
| Skills | An organised and calm approach to a varied workload, using your initiative to work independently and within a supportive team; A desire to solve problems and find solutions, handling competing priorities; An ability to make clear decisions after assessing a range of options and outcomes, communicating clearly and concisely to all stakeholders; In depth knowledge of the publishing process, publishing formats and editorial development work; You might bring experience of working with licensed brands and characters and/or producing bespoke content to meet particular market or customer needs. |
Publicist, Penguin Press (12-month-FTC)
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28603) 6 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Publicity |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time |
| Salary and Benefits | Circa £37,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. |
| Skills | Proven experience of designing and managing publicity campaigns within a publishing / media environment at Press Officer level (ideally at Senior Press Officer level); Established media contacts and excellent relationships with key contacts; Experience of using a variety of social media platforms; Good PC skills (including Microsoft Office); Demonstrable love of books and reading. |
Studio Executive, Audio
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28602) 6 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Other Publishing |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | £30,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. |
| Skills | You’ll be a natural multitasker who thrives in a fast-paced creative environment; You’ll bring exceptional organisation and communication skills, attention to detail, and a calm, solutions-focused approach to whatever comes your way; Curiosity about the audio landscape, including audiobooks, narration, performance, emerging formats and the world of publishing; An enthusiasm for learning new systems, workflows and production processes; An active listener of audiobooks or other long-form audio content; Comfortable working with high-profile guests and colleagues across teams; Confident working independently and as part of a team; Highly organised with great attention to detail; Quick-thinking and calm under pressure; Strong written and verbal communication skills, with diplomacy and professionalism in every interaction; Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. |
Channel Lead - The Happy Foodie (12m FTC)
About Penguin We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of ...
London Penguin Random House ref: (Ref_28601) 6 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type |
Publicity
Marketing |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time |
| Salary and Benefits | The salary band for this opportunity is c.£50,000 depending on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus scheme and benefits. |
| Skills | An experienced Digital Channels owner with digital marketing experience in defining, executing and continually improving owned channels; Experience of implementing a vision for digital channels (websites in particular); Experience of building web and/or ecommerce digital channels and solving consumer and business problems; Strong analytical, prioritisation and negotiating skills; Deep understanding of food, cookery and recipe marketing with experience crafting experiences to meet user needs in these areas; Agile practitioner experience (or equivalent) with Kan Ban or Scrum a plus. |