Editorial Acquisition Specialist

1 week ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Inspired Selection Full time
Job Opportunity

A unique chance has arisen with a renowned publishing company to work as a part-time Commissioning Editor (3 days per week) across their business list. The role offers a competitive salary and benefits, alongside hybrid working with a requirement for working 1 day per week (Tuesdays) in their Central London office.

As Commissioning Editor for the business market, you will acquire books aimed at professional, MBA and Executive Education audiences as well as senior practitioners in the business sector. You will actively commission, develop and build external relationships within this field, as well as working with internal stakeholders in relation to this specific list.

The successful candidate will have strong and relevant editorial experience in the business publishing market, and trade or professional book publishing market with a track record in commissioning content, author management and contract negotiation. Excellent communication and organisation skills are essential as well as good digital skills around using Biblio, working with eBooks and some knowledge of XML workflow systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Commission and develop books for professional, MBA and Executive Education audiences
  • Build and maintain external relationships within the business sector
  • Work with internal stakeholders to achieve business objectives

Requirements:

  • Strong editorial experience in the business publishing market
  • Trade or professional book publishing market experience
  • Excellent communication and organisation skills
  • Good digital skills around using Biblio, working with eBooks and XML workflow systems

About the Company:

Inspired Search & Selection is a publishing recruitment specialist that operates an Equal Opportunities policy. We treat all employees and job applicants fairly and equally regardless of their sex, sexual orientation, marital status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion, age, disability or union membership status.

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