Associate Book Publisher

British Book Publishing; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading book publishing company in London seeks an Associate Book Publisher to assist in project management and author communication throughout the publishing process. Candidates should possess a degree in English, Literature, or Publishing, and exhibit strong organizational and communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to grow within a dynamic team and contribute to high-quality book production.

Benefits

Opportunity for professional growth

Competitive salary and benefits

Creative and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field like English or Publishing.
• Strong interest in author development and publishing.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Support the publishing process from manuscript submission to final release.
• Coordinate with teams to ensure smooth workflows.
• Assist in evaluating manuscripts and editorial feedback.
• Maintain schedules and track project timelines.
• Communicate with authors regarding their projects.

Skills

Strong interest in the publishing industry

Excellent written communication skills

Excellent verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Degree in English, Literature, Publishing, or related field

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a detail-oriented and creative Associate Book Publisher to join our publishing team. In this role, you will assist with project management, editorial processes, and author communications, helping deliver high-quality books across multiple genres.

Responsibilities

• Support the publishing process from manuscript submission to final release.
• Coordinate with editors, designers, and marketing teams to ensure smooth workflows.
• Assist in evaluating manuscripts and providing editorial feedback.
• Maintain schedules, track project timelines, and ensure deadlines are met.
• Communicate with authors to provide updates and guidance throughout the publishing process.

Qualifications

• Degree in English, Literature, Publishing, or related field.
• Strong interest in the publishing industry and author development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Previous experience with publishing or editorial work is a plus.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work with a dynamic publishing team.
• Professional growth within one of the established book publishers in the UK.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A creative and collaborative work environment.