Editorial Project Manager (Nonfiction)

Pan Macmillan; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days’ annual leave increasing with

Generous pension scheme

Discounted private medical insurance

Group income protection scheme

Enhanced family pay and leave

Flexible working hours

Volunteer days

Book discounts for staff

Season ticket loan

Cycle to work scheme

Free breakfast and monthly lunch

Job summary

Pan Macmillan is seeking a Senior Desk Editor in London to lead the delivery of non‑fiction titles on the Bluebird and One Boat imprints, coordinating editorial and production processes from copy-editing through final files. The role requires meticulous editorial oversight, project management skills, and a track record of managing complex non‑fiction titles with flexibility to support wider lists.

Salary ranges between £37,000 and £40,000 with strong benefits; hybrid working from Farringdon,

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar project‑management role with first‑rate copy‑editing and proofreading skills.
• Impeccable eye for detail and strong command of English grammar, punctuation and semantics.
• Proven ability to draw up, manage and renegotiate schedules in line with the critical path and adapt plans as needed.
• Flexible, self‑motivated approach to work across multiple projects, genres and imprints.
• Strong understanding of Word track changes and Adobe for digital mark‑up.
• Commitment to inclusion and diverse voices in publishing.
• Collaborative approach to building relationships with editors, authors and internal teams.
• Keen to learn and adapt through different perspectives and challenges.
• Integrity and accountability in all actions and learnings.

Responsibilities

• Drive publishing projects as the key contact for mono titles across Bluebird and One Boat.
• Organize workflow and schedules; run progress meetings and manage freelancers.
• Champion quality across text, artwork, e‑books, pitches, indexes and catalogues.
• Collaborate with editors, authors and internal teams to ensure smooth processes.
• Develop staff through training and mentoring on processes and styles.

Skills

Editorial experience

Accuracy

Schedule management

Adaptability

Technical proficiency

Inclusion and representation

Community

Curiosity

Integrity

Tools

Microsoft Word

Adobe

Job description

Pan Macmillan is seeking a Senior Desk Editor in London to lead the delivery of non‑fiction titles on the Bluebird and One Boat imprints, coordinating editorial and production processes from copy-editing through final files. The role requires meticulous editorial oversight, project management skills, and a track record of managing complex non‑fiction titles with flexibility to support wider lists.

Salary ranges between £37,000 and £40,000 with strong benefits; hybrid working from Farringdon,