DK Learning

2 months ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom 2019 Full time

Are you interested in Editorial work with a passion for educational publishing? The DK Learning team is seeking a creative, motivated and detail-oriented Editor to be a part of our vibrant creative team. This is an entry level role, so no previous Editorial experience is needed.

You'll get to work on a variety of projects under the guidance of our fantastic Managing and Senior Editors, helping us deliver top-notch educational materials. This is a great opportunity to develop your passion for literacy and phonics as well as to make a difference in the lives of Children globally.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in content development, editing, copy editing, and proofreading.
  • Perform sense/fact-checking tasks across various projects.
  • Ensure content is age-appropriate, consistent with company values, and suitable for global publication.
  • Keep abreast of competitors and market trends to develop new ideas for content presentation.
  • Collaborate effectively with team members, including designers, managers, art directors, and sales teams.
  • Liaise with UK, US, and IL sales staff to ensure product content meets territory and co-edition requirements.
  • Support and contribute to team meetings and DK's DE&I (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) efforts.

Skills & Behaviours:

  • A self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Proactive in meeting and exceeding expectations.
  • Resilient and able to work under pressure.
  • Flexible and adaptable to change.
  • Commercially aware with the ability to generate and develop new ideas.
  • Strong in relationship management and confident in communication across various media.
  • Attention to detail, ensuring high-quality work and swift decision-making.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're enthusiastic about bringing your skills to a leading publishing company, we'd love to hear from you Please submit your most recent CV and cover letter to be a key part of our team.

Closing date for applications: 12 August 2024
Salary: up to £33,102 depending on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits

We have a range of benefits to reflect our commitment to our people, some of which are:

  • 25 days paid holiday entitlement in year one, plus bank holidays
  • Generous pension scheme
  • Volunteering policy and charity matching
  • Employee assistance programme
  • 60% discount on company books
  • Cycle to work scheme and discounted gym membership
  • Flex fridays (1pm Finish*)
  • Shopping discounts
  • Up to 30 days remote working from abroad

And we plant a tree for every new employee to our business

DK is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects the varied communities that read our books across the world. We encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of age, religion, gender, ethnicity, disability, sexuality or social background. DK is proud to announce that we have adopted The Halo Code.

DK supports flexible working and has introduced a new 'smart-working' policy with a hybrid approach of working weekly from home and in DK's office.

The Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade, but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews or undertaking internships. For more information, visit

*Subject to certain criteria being met.

About our Company:

We believe in the power of discovery. That's why we create books for everyone that explore ideas and nurture curiosity about the world we live in. From first words to the Big Bang, from the wonders of nature to city adventures, you will find expert knowledge, hours of fun and endless inspiration in the pages of our books.

We are the world's leading illustrated publisher and a member of the Penguin Random House division of Bertelsmann, creating cutting-edge design and stunning visual books for the whole family. We are passionate about inspiring curiosity and bring people to books through their thirst for knowledge. With a global book loving community of over 800 colleagues in the UK, US, Germany, India, China, Spain and Australia, we produce books in over 100 countries and over 60 languages. Find out more on

Company: Dorling Kindersley Limited

Country: United Kingdom

State/Region: London

City: London

Postal Code: SW11 7BW

Job ID: 272433

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