Editorial Assistant

Editorial Assistant

Full time, Permanent

London

Our client is seeking a dedicated Editorial Assistant to join their publishing team.

The responsibilities of the Editorial Assistant include supporting all stages of the publication process, assisting in the coordination of workflows, and providing administrative support to the editorial team.

Their ideal candidate is self-motivated, has a keen attention to detail, and outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Familiarity with the publishing process and experience in a similar role would be a significant advantage.

The successful applicant will play an integral role in maintaining our client’s commitment to publishing high-quality content.

Responsibilities

• Editorial commissioning. Research relevant subject matters, approach potential authors and company representative and invite them to submit articles, white papers, within their publications.
• Coordinate with the business development team to manage the production schedule.
• Support all aspects of the publication process, including manuscript preparation and the review process.
• Communicate with authors, reviewers, and publishers as necessary.
• Assisting with the editing and proofreading of written content.
• Assist in the coordination of book or journal promotions and marketing activities.
• Conduct research for articles and publications.
• Proofread and edit content to maintain high quality.
• Perform administrative tasks such as filing, documentation, and data entry.
• Ensure the timely publication of materials.
• Collaborating with various teams to ensure that materials meet quality standards.
• Interacting with authors, handling correspondences, and scheduling meetings and interviews.

Qualifications

• Previous work experience as an Editorial Assistant or similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with office equipment and applications.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Keen attention to detail and the ability to multitask.
• Proficient in MS Office, Google Suite, and desktop publishing software.
• Bachelor’s Degree in English, Communications, or a related field.

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities.
• Bonus and commission.

Additional Information

• Work Environment: Office setting.
• Some travel may be required for industry events or meetings.
• Reporting Structure: Reports to the Managing Editor.
• Salary: £22,000 - £26,000 per annum (salary is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations).

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at their company. They do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.