Editorial Assistant: Publishing Operations & Content

Oxford University Press; Oxford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic publisher in Oxford is seeking a motivated individual to provide editorial and administrative support across various publishing stages. You will assist in project setup, manage content delivery, and liaise with authors and stakeholders. Ideal for detail-oriented candidates with strong organizational and communication skills. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and contributes to global academic publishing efforts. This position offers a chance to grow within editorial operations while supporting diversity and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and able to manage multiple responsibilities.
• Experience in editorial or publishing environments is preferred but not mandatory.
• Ability to work under pressure with accuracy and diplomacy.

Responsibilities

• Provide editorial and administrative support across all stages of the publishing process.
• Assist in project setup, including data entry and running P&Ls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth publishing workflows.
• Support authors with routine queries and content delivery preparations.

Skills

Self-motivated

Strong organizational skills

Time-management skills

Project-management skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Fluency in English

Strong proofreading skills

Research skills

Proficiency in word-processing applications

Proficiency in spreadsheet applications

Job description

A leading academic publisher in Oxford is seeking a motivated individual to provide editorial and administrative support across various publishing stages. You will assist in project setup, manage content delivery, and liaise with authors and stakeholders. Ideal for detail-oriented candidates with strong organizational and communication skills. Join a collaborative team that values innovation and contributes to global academic publishing efforts. This position offers a chance to grow within editorial operations while supporting diversity and inclusivity.