Content Editor

2 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom Hachette UK Full time
Job Overview

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Content Editor to join our team at Hachette UK. As a key member of our editorial team, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and production of lifestyle and wellness books from manuscript to print.

About the Role

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about publishing to work with our talented authors and teams to bring engaging content to readers. You will be project managing mono books on our list, working closely with commissioning editors, and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day editorial administration.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Booking and briefing freelance copyeditors, proofreaders, and indexers, and checking their work
  • Working closely with authors and agents, keeping them well-informed about the publication process
  • Managing and ensuring the smooth running of the day-to-day editorial admin for our team
  • Collating and checking proofs
  • Proofreading and signing off covers for print
  • Briefing and checking ebooks
  • Reviewing and adapting cover copy
  • Working on advance sales materials
  • Acting as a point of contact between the editorial, art, and production teams
About You

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • A minimum of one year's editorial experience in overseeing books through the process from manuscript acceptance to print (ideally in non-fiction)
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to prioritize a high workload, manage conflicting deadlines, and keep a cool head under pressure
  • An excellent proofreader with a meticulous eye for detail
  • Good communication skills, including being diplomatic and confident in chasing other departments, freelancers, and authors as necessary
  • Motivation and enthusiasm, with a 'can-do' attitude
  • Passion for lifestyle, health, wellness, cookery, spiritual wellbeing, and personal development books
  • Competence in Microsoft Office, with knowledge of Biblio being an advantage
What We Offer

We offer a competitive salary of £35,000 per annum, plus benefits including:

  • 28 annual leave days per year, increasing to 29 days after two years' service and 30 days after five years' (+ bank holidays)
  • Private medical insurance
  • Generous pension schemes
  • Rent deposit loans
  • Two community days per year
  • Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)
  • Retail discounts through Hachette Rewards
  • Cycle to Work scheme
  • Eye care vouchers
  • A wide-ranging training library
  • Development programmes, including mentoring
  • Up to 70% off book purchases
  • A charity bookshelf
  • Twelve staff-led employee networks that are voluntary
  • Season ticket loans

The role will be based at our London office, Carmelite House, with a blend of in-office (three days) and homeworking (two days) per week.



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