Editorial Assistant

NEW MEDIA CONCEPT SP. z o.o.; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading publishing house is seeking an Editorial Assistant to support editors and improve editorial processes. The role involves managing manuscripts, responding to inquiries, and producing reports. Ideal for graduates eager to start a career in publishing.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage a busy workload while meeting deadlines.
• Independent yet able to work closely with others.

Responsibilities

• Assist editors in tracking manuscripts from submission to publication.
• Review procedures and suggest improvements.
• Create and produce metric reports.

Skills

Creativity

Problem-Solving

Communication

Education

Graduate

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you a graduate looking to start a career in publishing? We have a wonderful opportunity for a keen candidate to join a leading publishing house as an Editorial Assistant.

Duties

1. Assist editors in tracking manuscripts from submission to publication.
2. Review procedures and suggest improvements where appropriate.
3. Respond to enquiries from authors, editors, reviewers, and the public.
4. Seek to improve processes to enhance editorial efficiency.
5. Assist with the production and analysis of statistical data.
6. Create and produce metric reports, and present results effectively in Excel.
7. Additional responsibilities may include picture research, soliciting clinical trials, managing proposals, and commissioning content.

To succeed in this role, you should be independent yet able to work closely with others. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and the ability to manage a busy workload while meeting deadlines are essential. Excellent communication skills are also required.

The role is based 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home.

If you are available immediately for a 6-month contract and are not currently on a notice period, please apply ASAP.