Commissioning Editor for Non-Fiction

4 weeks ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom BookBrunch Limited Full time
Commissioning Editor Opportunity at BookBrunch Limited

We are seeking an experienced Commissioning Editor to join our team at BookBrunch Limited, a leading independent publisher of intelligent, general non-fiction. The successful candidate will have a passion for non-fiction and a good commercial grasp of the market.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Commissioning and editing non-fiction books for publication
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with authors and agents
  • Working with the editorial team to create a list of non-fiction titles
  • Collaborating with the marketing team to promote published titles

Requirements:

  • Proven experience as a Commissioning Editor or in a similar role
  • Strong knowledge of the non-fiction market and trends
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

What We Offer:

  • A competitive salary and benefits package
  • The opportunity to work with a talented team of editors and publishers
  • A dynamic and supportive work environment

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. If you are a motivated and experienced Commissioning Editor looking for a new challenge, please submit your application.



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