Hybrid: Autonomous Commissioning Editor - Global Fiction

Hachette UK; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A major publishing company is seeking a motivated commissioning editor to publish commercial fiction, focusing on acquiring, editing, and publishing quality works. The role involves publishing 17–21 books annually, managing author relationships, and making data-informed decisions to enhance market success. Ideal applicants should have a creative copywriting background, strong editorial skills, and a passion for understanding readers' needs. This position offers competitive salary, hybrid work arrangement, and numerous employee benefits.

Benefits

28 annual leave days, increasing with service

Private medical insurance

Generous pension schemes

Cycle to Work scheme

Up to 70% off book purchases

Qualifications

• Strong sense of what commercial fiction readers want.
• Meticulous editing skills and excellent author communication.
• Ability to use data to inform publishing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Publish around 17–21 books a year across various genres.
• Acquire and edit manuscripts autonomously.
• Build strong relationships with authors, ensuring their needs are met.

Skills

Creative copywriting

Editing

Author relationship management

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Job description

A major publishing company is seeking a motivated commissioning editor to publish commercial fiction, focusing on acquiring, editing, and publishing quality works. The role involves publishing 17–21 books annually, managing author relationships, and making data-informed decisions to enhance market success. Ideal applicants should have a creative copywriting background, strong editorial skills, and a passion for understanding readers' needs. This position offers competitive salary, hybrid work arrangement, and numerous employee benefits.