Job Description

Are you keen to secure your first role in publishing and are interested in learning more about the world of academic journals? We are working with an international publishers of highly reputable journals looking to hire an Editorial Assistant for their Open Access and Hybrid Journals team to cover a fixed term contract of 12 months.Benefits:xc2xb7Salary: xc2xa329,000 per annum
xc2xb725 days holiday + bank holidays + 2 additional days for cultural, religious, or family commitments
xc2xb7Hybrid working arrangements - requirement to be in the office 20% of the time (ca. 1 day a week)
xc2xb7Life assurance, company doctor, social events, access to books and journals, and lots of other amazing benefits!Key responsibilities:xc2xb7Supporting the Journals Editorial team developing the portfolio and increasing journals' reach and impact
xc2xb7Communicating with journal editors and society partners, and assisting with request information and other queries
xc2xb7Conducting market research to identify new trends and opportunities
xc2xb7Sending out contract drafts
xc2xb7Updating information on the company's database and internal systems
xc2xb7Assisting with social media strategies for the journalsThis is an amazing opportunity to get some hands-on editorial experience in publishing, learn how academic journals work and play an important part in a busy editorial team who share a passion for empowering researchers and academics all over the world. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate their interest in academic publishing, specifically journals, and be an excellent communicator with both colleagues and key contacts such as editors, authors and external partners.

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