Editorial Assistant

1 day ago

Oxford, United Kingdom OUP Full time

This is a fantastic opportunity to join Oxford University Press (OUP), a department of the University of Oxford, and contribute to a multifaceted publishing program that supports academic excellence. As part of the Academic Division, you’ll be working in a team that values collaboration, precision, and innovation. This role offers exposure to a wide range of publishing formats and disciplines, making it ideal for someone looking to grow within editorial operations and content development.You’ll be part of a team that liaises with authors, editors, reviewers, and internal stakeholders, contributing to projects that shape academic publishing globally. With access to industry-standard tools and workflows, and a culture that encourages learning and development, this role is both a positive career move and a chance to make a meaningful impact.Opportunity – the ‘what’As an Editorial Assistant, you will:Provide editorial and administrative support across all stages of the publishing process.Assist in project setup, including data entry and running P&Ls.Process and track content and data using internal systems.Handle standard contracts and maintain contracting records.Support authors with routine queries and content delivery preparations.Learn to manage new-in-paperback projects and multi-contributor works.Prepare content for handover to Production and monitor its progress.Process payment requests and complimentary access for contributors.Provide administrative support to senior editorial leaders as needed.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth publishing workflows.Contribute positively to departmental and divisional goals through active participation.About YouSelf-motivated, proactive, and detail-orientedStrong organizational, time-management, and project-management skillsAbility to manage multiple responsibilities and meet deadlinesExcellent oral and written communication skillsFluency in EnglishStrong proofreading and research skillsProficiency in word-processing and spreadsheet applicationsAbility to work under pressure with accuracy and diplomacyComfortable working in a virtual environmentExperience in editorial or publishing environments (preferred but not mandatory)We are committed to supporting diversity in our workforce, and ensuring an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive. We seek to employ a workforce representative of the markets that we serve and encourage applications from all. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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