Senior Commissioning Editor for Classical Studies

2 days ago


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

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Commissioning Editor to lead the commissioning pipeline of our Classical Studies list. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on one of the most established lists in the industry, spanning ancient drama, classical language teaching, and more.

The ideal candidate will have a strong network of contacts within the academic community and a deep understanding of the higher education market. They will be responsible for providing strategic direction and commercial responsibility for the list, identifying priority areas and product types for development and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Commission new books to meet market needs in secondary-school and higher-education markets, focusing on core monograph series and standalone titles.
  • Monitor, review, and analyse the performance of the list.
  • Attend conferences, campus visits, and sales conferences both in the UK and internationally.
  • Collaborate with marketing, sales, production, and design teams, and liaise with the US office and external stakeholders.

About the Role:

This is a full-time position based in London, with 2 days a week spent in the office. The salary for this role is estimated at £45,000 per annum, based on a 4-day workweek.

The successful candidate will be a proactive, confident self-starter with a creative and commercial approach to list development and commissioning. Strong analytical and financial skills are required, along with competence in using publishing software systems.



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