Job Description

Are you organised, meticulous and experienced in project-managing editorial projects?Vintage is a division of Penguin Random House, the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest publisher. We are looking for a Managing Editor to join the team for twelve months covering a period of secondment.About VintageAt Vintage, we are dedicated to bold publishing.Our books encourage all sorts of readers all over the world to think differently in big and small ways. We make a book the best of its kind, with publishing expertise and world-class design. Our heritage gives us confidence to find the next big thing, knowing the most exceptional is yet to come.Making books is a team effort, and whether that\xe2\x80\x99s a team of two or eighty-two, we share every triumph. We pour care into our craft, our authors and each other \xe2\x80\x93 because there\xe2\x80\x99s no limit to a good book.About the roleWe\xe2\x80\x99re recruiting a Managing Editor to play a key part in bringing our books to life. You\xe2\x80\x99ll oversee titles in first and second formats through all aspects of the editorial production process, working closely with the Editorial, Production and Design teams, as well as with external freelancers and our authors, to see titles through from manuscript to press, ensuring books are produced on the Vintage critical path.You will be responsible for copy-editing and proofreading book jackets and covers and marketing material to the highest standard. You\xe2\x80\x99ll support the implementation of Vintage house style across lists and in the standardisation of editorial processes and systems.To succeed in this role, you\xe2\x80\x99ll need to have demonstrable experience of in-house desk- or copy-editing along with impeccable attention to detail, a sound knowledge of English grammar, and excellent proofreading abilities. You\xe2\x80\x99ll also have strong communication skills to liaise effectively with authors, freelancers and colleagues.About PenguinWe\xe2\x80\x99re the UK\xe2\x80\x99s largest publisher, made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you\xe2\x80\x99ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone.How to apply: Please apply with your CV & Cover Letter by 23:59 on Sunday 12th May.Salary: Up to \xc2\xa335,000 depending on how your skills and experience align with the role.Competitive benefits package: Our people are the heart of our business, and we work hard to support a culture of responsibility and recognition.Our benefits include:Financial \xe2\x80\x93 income protection, life assurance, childcare allowanceWell-being \xe2\x80\x93 healthcare cash plan, critical illness cover, health checksLifestyle \xe2\x80\x93 enhanced parental leave, tech schemeFor our full benefits list please visit:Hybrid working: While our offices across the UK are places to connect, collaborate and celebrate with colleagues, we recognise that flexibility around where you work is just as important. For this role we expect that you will come to our office in London two to three days a week.The recruitment process: you can read about our recruitment process atAs a Disability Confident Committed organisation, we\'re part of the \xe2\x80\x98offer an interview\xe2\x80\x99 scheme. This is where disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role can opt in to get to the next recruitment stage. There may be some situations where the volume of applicants means we can\'t take all eligible candidates to interview.We encourage you to tell us about any reasonable adjustments you may need by emailing . Remember, you only need to share what you are comfortable to for us to support your request.Please note, we are not able to accept agency CVs for this role. Any CVs sent speculatively will not be eligible for a fee.Company: The Random House Group LimitedCountry: United KingdomState/Region: LondonCity: LondonPostal Code: SW11 7BWJob ID: 269676

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