Editorial Assistant

• Full time, permanent contract
• Salary: £23,000 p.a.
• Hybrid working potential, based in Central London
• Closing date:  31 July 2022

We are looking for a well-organized, enthusiastic and self-motivated Editorial Assistant to work with our Museum Publishing team and our Architecture and Design team on a wide range of tasks, from arranging meetings and taking minutes to helping with the preparation of sales materials. No previous publishing experience is required as you will be fully trained. You may have a degree in the humanities, but more important to the role is a willingness to learn, common sense and clear thinking, attention to detail and good communication skills (written and oral).

The Role

• Requesting, sending out and organizing signature of author and photographer agreements
• Keeping track of and posting complimentary author copies, as well as booking general deliveries and collections
• Uploading metadata and organizing book materials
• Financial administrative tasks including tracking and organizing author payments, processing invoices and drafting purchase orders
• Utilizing spreadsheets and office systems to proactively anticipate missing or late invoices, author copies, payments and other book-related paperwork – and to chase these up accordingly
• Helping to prepare and proofread editorial materials, such as for sales presentations and book fairs, and keying in proofreading changes
• Taking minutes in meetings, including those with important external partners
• Liaising across teams, departments and T&H’s international offices, as well as external parties, to assist with meeting goals and deadlines

Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Superb organization and time management
• Ability to be proactive, multi-task and prioritize effectively
• Experience of office and administrative work
• Exceptional attention to detail and professionalism
• Intermediate level of MS Word, Excel and Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and command of English spelling and grammar
• Some commercial acumen and a desire to learn more about publishing
• Copywriting and proofreading skills a bonus, with an appetite for deepening these skills
• Familiarity with at least one foreign language a plus
• An interest in both our Museum Publishing and our Architecture and Design lists

Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.

At Thames & Hudson, we believe that employing a diverse workforce is essential to succeed and selection decisions are based on applicants’ experience and skills. We welcome applications from everyone, irrespective of age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, race, religion or belief.

To apply, please send your CV with a cover letter to Alice Craddock, recruitment@thameshudson.co.uk. The cover letter is to be used to address how you meet the requirements listed in Knowledge, Skills and Experience above. The deadline for applications is Sunday 31 July 2022.

Some of the benefits of working with us:

Apart from working with a highly talented and creative bunch of people, we offer:

• 28 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Profit share scheme
• Interest free loan for rent deposit or season travel ticket
• Discounts off our lovely T&H books and co-editions
• Generous pension contributions
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Film Club

And more!