Frontlist Editorial Project Lead (Hybrid)

Holtzbrinck Publishing Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing company in Greater London seeks an organized individual for a 12-month fixed-term role in their Managing Editorial team. The successful candidate will oversee multiple titles, ensuring high editorial quality and managing schedules. Essential skills include first-rate copy-editing, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects. This position offers a competitive salary starting from £33,000, alongside a range of benefits including flexible working hours and generous leave.

Benefits

28 days’ annual leave increasing with service

Discounts on private medical insurance

Flexible working hours

75% off Pan Macmillan books

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Previous desk-editing or editorial assistant experience is essential.
• Impeccable eye for detail and understanding of grammar and punctuation.
• Flexible approach to manage and pivot between multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Project-manage frontlist titles through all editorial and production processes.
• Liaise with commissioning editors and authors for quality checks.
• Oversee the management of freelancers and maintain project schedules.

Skills

First-rate copy-editing

Proofreading skills

Attention to detail

Schedule management

Technical proficiency in Microsoft Word

Team communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe

Job description

A leading publishing company in Greater London seeks an organized individual for a 12-month fixed-term role in their Managing Editorial team. The successful candidate will oversee multiple titles, ensuring high editorial quality and managing schedules. Essential skills include first-rate copy-editing, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects. This position offers a competitive salary starting from £33,000, alongside a range of benefits including flexible working hours and generous leave.