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Acquisitions Editor, Ebury
2 months ago
Are you a collaborative individual with exceptional organizational skills who thrives in fast-paced settings? Are you passionate about producing transformative literature?
We are seeking a dedicated Editor to become part of a vibrant and high-achieving team at a pivotal time of expansion for Ebury, the foremost non-fiction publisher in the UK.
Ebury Self, encompassing our Vermilion, Rider, and Happy Place imprints, represents one of the most consistently successful segments of Penguin Random House, featuring globally recognized authors in the realms of wellbeing, personal growth, health, parenting, and spirituality. Our esteemed roster includes notable figures such as Wim Hof, Brené Brown, Kirsty Gallagher, Glennon Doyle, Ed Winters, Fearne Cotton, Deepak Chopra, and Gabor Maté.
The Role
The Self hub is in search of an enthusiastic and proactive Editor to assist the senior commissioning team in crafting bestselling titles that educate, empower, and inspire innovation.
Reporting to the Editorial Director, you will oversee the management of acquired titles throughout the entire publishing cycle until the final product is achieved. Responsibilities include drafting cover copy, briefing design teams, coordinating production timelines, and negotiating with freelance contributors. This position is ideal for a self-motivated assistant editor with a positive outlook and a strong collaborative spirit.
Candidate Profile
You will:
- Possess experience in managing UK-originated titles through the complete publishing process, ideally with skills in structural and line editing.
- Have a keen eye for detail, coupled with outstanding proofreading abilities.
- Be adept at multitasking, prioritizing a diverse workload, and proactively managing deadlines and budgets.
- Exhibit confidence and sensitivity in communication, capable of building and maintaining effective relationships while providing exceptional author care.
- Demonstrate an interest in audience preferences and trends within the health and wellbeing sectors, and be able to produce creative copy and clear design briefs that reflect this understanding.
How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter, along with a brief description of a recent bestselling non-fiction book that has inspired them.
About Penguin: We are the largest publisher in the UK, comprising around 2,000 individuals and publishing over 1,500 titles annually. Our organization welcomes diverse talent. In a rapidly changing industry, we strive to redefine what it means to be a publisher. Here, you will collaborate with a wide range of talents who contribute to the success of each book we produce. Together, we create literature for everyone, as a book has the power to change lives.
Disability Confident: As a Disability Confident organization, we offer interviews to candidates with disabilities who meet the essential criteria for the role. Please note that the volume of applications may affect our ability to interview all eligible candidates.
Minimum Criteria
- Experience in managing UK-originated books through the entire publishing process.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage budgets effectively.
- High attention to detail and excellent proofreading capabilities.
- Ability to create copy for title information sheets, covers, and cover briefs.
- A genuine interest in the non-fiction topics published by the Self hub at Ebury.
Salary: Competitive, based on skills and experience, plus bonus and benefits.
Benefits Package: Our employees are the core of our business, and we are committed to fostering a culture of responsibility and recognition.
Our benefits include:
- Financial – discounts on shopping, season ticket loans, rental deposit loans.
- Wellbeing – healthcare cash plans, employee assistance programs, gym loans.
- Lifestyle – taste cards, tech schemes, free and discounted books.
For a comprehensive list of our benefits, please refer to our website.
Hybrid Working: We are exploring a hybrid working model that accommodates the needs of each team. While our offices serve as spaces for connection and collaboration, we acknowledge the importance of flexibility in work locations. Certain meetings and activities will require in-person attendance at our offices.
Recruitment Process: Details regarding our recruitment process can be found on our website.
