Commissioning Editor — Literary Studies & Creative Writing

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working pattern

25 days holiday + Christmas closure

Season Ticket Loan

Private Medical Insurance

Eye Care Voucher

Job summary

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc is seeking an Academic Commissioning Editor on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. Based in London with hybrid pattern (2 days in office, 3 days at home), the role focuses on expanding Literary Studies and Creative Writing lists and delivering acquisitions and strategy aligned with global growth and profitability.

The successful candidate will combine strong publishing knowledge with proactive, collaborative teamwork, and excellent communication to

Qualifications

• Experience in academic publishing is essential.
• Knowledge of Open Access publishing trends is advantageous.
• Strong analytic and organizational capabilities are required.
• Clear written and verbal communication is essential.
• Ability to manage relationships with authors and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Meet acquisition and delivery targets across Literary Studies and Creative Writing.
• Set and execute Creative Writing list strategy.
• Research new product lines and markets for Bloomsbury Academic.
• Ensure lists meet business goals including global growth, revenue and budgets.
• Act as a spokesperson for the list and Bloomsbury Academic Division.

Skills

Academic publishing

Open Access

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Relationship building

Collaboration

Tools

Publishing software systems

Job description

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc is seeking an Academic Commissioning Editor on a 12-month fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. Based in London with hybrid pattern (2 days in office, 3 days at home), the role focuses on expanding Literary Studies and Creative Writing lists and delivering acquisitions and strategy aligned with global growth and profitability.

The successful candidate will combine strong publishing knowledge with proactive, collaborative teamwork, and excellent communication to