Literary Agent for Adult Books

3 days ago


London, Greater London, United Kingdom BookBrunch Limited Full time

**Job Summary:** We're looking for a skilled Translation Rights Executive to join our team. As a key member of our Rights Department, you'll be responsible for selling translation rights directly to publishers.

About the Company:

We're a leading translation rights agency representing UK and US agents and publishers. Our goal is to identify new business opportunities and build strong relationships with our clients.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sell translation rights directly to publishers in various countries
  • Develop and maintain relationships with agents and publishers
  • Negotiate deals and contracts

Requirements:

  • Experience in a Rights Department or similar field
  • Strong knowledge of the publishing industry
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills

What We Offer:

  • Competitive salary (£38,000 - £45,000 per annum)
  • Pension scheme
  • Holiday allowance

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