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Head of Digital Marketing & Campaigns
An award-winning commercial fiction publisher is seeking a Head of Digital Marketing & Campaigns to lead high-impact campaigns across their fast-growing list. This is a senior role within the communications team, reporting to the Marketing ...
London, Greater London Think Selection ref: (Ref_28290) 4 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type |
Digital
Marketing |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | Excellent |
Commissioning Editor
We are looking for a commercially minded, proactive and entrepreneurial commissioning editor to join the Pan Fiction team on a fixed-term 12-month contract. Do you have a deep love for, and experience in publishing romance, or books in a cl...
Farringdon, London Pan Macmillan ref: (Ref_28499) 7 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Editorial |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time |
| Salary and Benefits | Salary starting from: £39,000 |
| Skills | Market insight: Experience of working in the publishing industry and an in-depth knowledge of the romance market, displaying clear commercial instinct and an understanding of what sells; Awareness of and a passion for the self-publishing landscape would be desirable; Acquisition expertise: Experience of acquiring and publishing commercial fiction, ideally in romance or a closely related genre; Editorial proficiency: An excellent knowledge of the editorial process from start to finish, and the skills to complete structural and line edits to a high standard, as well as experience of contributing to edits for US-originated books; Integrity: The ability to negotiate financially viable and favourable contracts with external parties while building and maintaining long-lasting, trusting relationships; Diligence: Excellent administration skills with the ability to organize, prioritize and manage workflow to deadlines; Community: A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively with authors, agents and in-house teams; Adaptability: The ability to effectively prioritize and shift focus in response to business needs, while maintaining thorough attention to detail; Curiosity: Demonstrated interest in exploring and leveraging new technologies (e.g., AI) to streamline processes for greater operational efficiency. |
Production Manager
Think Selection is delighted to be recruiting a Production Manager on behalf of a successful independent trade publisher with a great range of books across fiction and non-fiction. This is a key role in the publishing team, responsible for ...
West Midlands Think Selection ref: (Ref_28388) 7 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Production |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | Up to £50k |
Editorial Director, Children's
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_28495) 7 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type |
Editorial
Management |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Hybrid Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | Circa £50,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits. |
| Skills | Passion for, and ideally experience in, preschool publishing; An eagerness to work on books that are already loved by many thousands of readers, with a drive to reach more for many years to come; Brimming with ideas, insight and energy for best-in-class publishing; A proven track-record in editing, acquiring, communicating publishing strategy and performance and proactively working with authors/illustrators/brands to create ancillary book ideas and profitably publishing titles; Creativity and excellent commercial judgement; Strong skills in Power BI will be an advantage and excellent market awareness is essential; Confident negotiator who can challenge when required; Ability to operate as a trusted internal and external ambassador for the Puffin 0-6 brands and to develop each brand’s publishing strategy and successfully bring books to market; Flair for good copy, design, and brand messaging; Well-practised in prioritising, multi-tasking, time management and working to deadlines; Keen team player, who is collaborative, but also comfortable working autonomously and making decisions; Ability to balance long and short-term objectives and understanding of the legacy of best-loved characters, series and authors/illustrators. |
Brand Marketing Executive
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Brand Marketing Executive, playing a pivotal role in driving awareness, excitement and engagement amongst family audiences. You will work closely with the Senior B...
London, Farringdon Pan Macmillan ref: (Ref_28494) 7 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Marketing |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | Salary starting from: £30,000 |
| Skills | Campaign execution: Proven track record of executing marketing campaigns, start to finish, including social media marketing; Industry knowledge: Experience in publishing and/or marketing products or content to a children’s and family audience; Time management: Highly organized with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines; Communication & integrity: A highly effective communicator with strong interpersonal skills to build long-lasting, trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders, external contacts and, above all, authors and illustrators; Design & detail orientation: A strong eye for design and excellent eye for detail; Audience focus: An audience-first mindset, acting as the voice of the audience within the business; Copywriting: Ability to write and brief effective creative copy; Community: Track record of working effectively as part of a team; Commitment: Passion for children’s books and marketing to a family audience; Curiosity & innovation: Demonstrated interest in and ability to explore new technologies (e.g., AI and automation tools) to drive significant time savings and enhance the effectiveness of marketing campaigns; Systems: Experience working with systems and tools such as MS Office, Adobe Creative Cloud, Google Workspace, Canva and Biblio. |
Head of Logistics
Are you an experienced logistics professional looking to take the next step in your career? We’re looking for a Head of Logistics to lead our small but highly effective team and oversee the smooth, cost-effective distribution of Walker titl...
Vauxhall, London Walker Books ref: (Ref_28497) 7 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type |
Distribution
Operations |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Skills | Strong knowledge and proven experience in book publishing distribution; A track record of managing multiple complex projects and prioritising effectively; Sound commercial awareness and confidence in negotiation and risk assessment; Excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships across teams and with external partners; Experience managing and developing people; The ability to balance long-term strategic goals with day-to-day operational delivery; A track record of driving continuous improvement in processes and systems; A steady, solution-oriented approach in time-sensitive situations; Exceptional attention to detail; Advanced Excel skills and strong numeracy and analytical capability; Experience with distribution systems (Horizon, CDS are an advantage); A clear understanding of UK children’s book market trends and competitor benchmarks. |
Senior Designer - Freelance, Part-time
Think Selection is working with a leading independent trade publishing company to find a talented Senior Designer to join their in-house creative team on a fixed term basis. This is a hands-on role where you’ll design eye-catching covers, c...
London, Greater London Think Selection ref: (Ref_28493) 8 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Design |
| Employment Type |
Freelance
Part-time |
| Salary and Benefits | Competitive day-rate |
Finance Manager
Contract: 14-month fixed-term contract, full-time starting in February 2026 We are seeking a reliable Finance Manager to take full ownership of critical reporting and analysis, reporting directly to the Director of Financial Planning & Anal...
London, Farringdon Pan Macmillan ref: (Ref_28490) 8 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type |
Finance
Management |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time |
| Salary and Benefits | competitive salary and benefits |
| Skills | Technical expertise: Fully qualified accountant (ACA, CIMA or ACCA or international equivalent), preferably with substantial post-qualification experience, ideally gained within a relevant industry; Analytical skills: Analytical and financial modelling experience with excellent Excel skills; Process improvement: Proven ability to proactively review existing financial workflows and investigate opportunities for efficiency gains; Organizational skills: Organized, with a proven ability to meet multiple deadlines; Commercial Acumen: Commercially minded and adaptable to change; Communication: Effective oral and written communication skills; Community and integrity: Ability to build strong, effective relationships and collaborate successfully with colleagues across both Finance and non-financial teams, serving as a reliable partner and trusted point of contact; Curiosity: Demonstrated interest and ability to explore new technologies (e.g., AI and automation tools) to drive significant time savings and enhance the effectiveness of financial control and reporting. |
Special Sales Account Manager, UK Sales Department
Role: Full-time, Permanent Salary : £57,000 / annum plus sales bonus Location: Farringdon, London / Hybrid The Company Usborne is an independent, family business, creating books which spark curiosity in children of all ages. These range fro...
London Usborne Publishing Ltd ref: (Ref_28488) 8 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Sales |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Hybrid Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | £57,000 / annum plus sales bonus |
| Skills | Proven account management experience within publishing preferred, however experience in an aligned retail / publishing environment also considered; Demonstrable negotiating and relationship development skills; Confident and collaborative communicator with excellent presentation skills; Numerate and analytical, with strong Excel and MS Office skills; Ability to work with systems and databases in support of your accounts; Highly organised and adaptable, able to manage multiple projects at once; Comfortable owning and managing orders from conception to delivery; A self-starter who can work autonomously with the support of the wider team; A passion and understanding for the children’s book market. |
Rights Assistant
Simon & Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, is dedicated to providing the best in fiction and non-fiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors incl...
London Simon and Schuster UK ref: (Ref_28486) 9 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Rights |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | Starting from £27,000 |
| Skills | The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, both written and verbal and a meticulous eye for detail. With a positive attitude and the ability to multi-task, the successful candidate will have a passion for books and an interest in international publishing. Knowledge of a foreign language would be useful but not essential. IT skills and intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel is a must. |
