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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) 97 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) 97 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) 97 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. |
Commissioning Editor
Who we are and what we do An exciting opportunity to publish commercial fiction at one of the most successful and dynamic digital publishers in the world. Find us brilliant new authors. Publish great books. Collaborate with a talented team....
Sheffield, London Bookouture ref: (Ref_28618) 97 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Editorial |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | £30,500-£42,000 dependent on experience and location (+bonus +benefits) |
| Skills | You will have a strong sense of what commercial fiction readers want, know a great story when you see one, and be able to guide authors to the strongest hooks; You will be a creative copywriter, a meticulous editor, and excellent with authors; You will have an eye for a brilliant cover design and know what makes a strong commercial package across the US and UK; You will use data to inform your work, and love using your analytical brain to understand what’s working and what could be done better; You will have a can-do attitude and a creative approach to problem-solving; You will be a strong communicator, capable of building good relationships and unafraid of having challenging conversations when needed; You will have a relentless focus on results, and on getting our books to the broadest possible readership. You will be agile and reactive, thriving on change and taking risks; You will be invested in diversifying our business, making our books as diverse as the range of readers we aim to reach; You might have an editorial background and be looking for a new commissioning role, but this is not essential if you can demonstrate that you have a deep understanding of the fiction we publish and all the skills we’re looking for. |
DK UK Sales - Key Account Manager (Online Sales)
DK is the world’s leading illustrated Publisher, producing award-winning fiction and non-fiction titles across all formats, from print to digital. We're seeking a motivated Key Account Manager to join us on our mission to move the world for...
London DK ref: (Ref_28617) 97 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Sales |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Skills | This role will suit an expert organiser with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload whilst also able to handle a number of competing deadlines. You’ll be comfortable working with Excel so meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy in all tasks is key, as is excellent written and verbal communication skills to ensure effective collaboration with customers and a number of internal teams that you will be in contact with on a regular basis. Working in Sales, you should be self-motivated and results-orientated. |
Sales Executive
Think Selection is delighted to be recruiting a Sales Executive on behalf of a well-established education publisher specialising in literacy and classroom resources used by schools internationally. This role will suit someone early in their...
North London, Greater London Think Selection ref: (Ref_28522) 97 days ago
| Job Sector |
Educational
Publisher |
| Job Type |
Admin & PA
Sales |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | Up to £34k |
Editorial Assistant (12 Month Maternity Leave Cover)
Polity Press, a leading international publisher in the social sciences and humanities, is seeking to appoint a full-time Editorial Assistant for a 12-month maternity leave cover. The post offers a rare opportunity for an individual to work...
Cambridge Polity Press ref: (Ref_28619) 98 days ago
| Job Sector | Publisher |
| Job Type | Editorial |
| Employment Type |
Contract
Full-time |
| Salary and Benefits | Competitive salary |
| Skills | Ability to adapt to new procedures and to learn quickly; Excellent writing and proofreading skills; Excellent communication and team-working skills to deal with people at all levels, both within the company and externally, including authors and business partners; Ability to work under pressure, manage a high volume of work and keep to tight schedules; You should be numerate and computer literate with meticulous attention to detail. |
International Rights Executive
Reports to: Head of International Rights Team: Client Management – International Rights Reports: None We are looking for an experienced rights professional to join our busy team managing translation rights across the agency’s fiction, non...
London The Blair Partnership ref: (Ref_28621) 98 days ago
| Job Sector | Literary Agent |
| Job Type | Rights |
| Skills | A voracious reader with a keen interest in international publishing; Demonstrable experience in negotiating and closing translation rights deals; A personable and proactive character and ability to communicate with people at all levels, with a helpful and accommodating approach; Excellent at prioritising heavy workloads, working under pressure and multitasking; Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal; Strong Microsoft Office skills; Highly organised, with strong attention to detail; Strong initiative and with a collaborative spirit; Solution-driven in all aspects of your work, with a willingness to learn; Cultural awareness is essential and foreign language skills are highly desirable. |
Bookshop Manager
Empoyment Type: Full-time: part-year worker (expectation is that the bookshop Would be open for 47 weeks of the year and may close during the month of August and between Christmas and New Year) Salary: £35,000 pro-rata Reports to...
London Anthroposophical Association Ltd ref: (Ref_28625) 98 days ago
| Job Sector | Bookselling |
| Job Type | Book Buying & Selling |
| Employment Type | Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | £35,000 pro-rata |
| Skills | Proven experience of managing a bookshop or shop within a cultural organization, charity, educational establishment, social enterprise or business; Experience of managing staff and/or volunteers; Experience of managing and monitoring budgets; Reliable, organized, and able to be self-directed in planning and executing work; Good oral and written interpersonal communication skills; Customer Service Skills including the ability to maintain confidentiality; Openness to feedback in learning situations; Team player with a collegiate and collaborative mindset; Computer literate including Microsoft Office and G Drive with the willingness to learn new digital tools as required; Good record keeping skills; Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the business; Willingness to undertake training as required (e.g. Data Protection, Health and Safety, First Aid). |
Editorial Coordinator/Editorial Marketer
Are you curious about digital publishing within the scientific publishing industry? We are seeking a motivated individual to join the dynamic digital editorial team of a prestigious scientific publisher. This is an outstanding opportunity f...
Redwood Publishing Recruitment ref: (ECEM150126) 98 days ago
| Job Sector |
Academic
STM |
| Job Type |
Editorial
Marketing |
| Employment Type |
Full-time
Home Working Permanent |
| Salary and Benefits | Attractive salary and company benefits |
