Publishing Controller - Part-Time

We have an amazing part time (28hrs) vacancy for an experienced Publishing Controller, with a world leading professional publishing organisation based in Hertfordshire. Supporting the Publishing Services Manager, with peer review and production and working with a small team of Production Controllers, you will be responsible for managing the production and publishing processes of several conferences in addition to supporting the peer review process of their journal output. This role is 28 hours a week (flexible working), and offers hybrid working, attending the office one day a week, and the rest of the hours, working from home. This is a permanent role.

Responsibilities include:

•            Ensuring the day-to-day production and processing of conferences are covered

•            Supporting the Publishing Services Manager with the delivery of new projects

•            Supporting the introduction of new journals and conferences

•            Deputising for the Publishing Services Manager as required

We are looking for a candidate who has some knowledge/experience with XML or similar coding, and some experience of publishing and peer review. You will need to be able to demonstrate some editorial/production expertise in addition to your experience of using Industry Standard Peer Review systems. Excellent communication and team working skills will be important as will your ability to work in a timely manner.

If this part time opportunity could fit with your work/life balance and you would like further information on the position, please send your CV and a short cover note.