Editor, Children's

Key responsibilities: This role will report into and work closely with the 6+ Editorial Director (Brands) and the 6+ Publisher (Brands) in the Puffin team, to help drive long term growth on some of our biggest 6+ fiction properties and key emerging brands on the list, taking responsibility for some of the day-to-day management across many of our biggest books and authors/illustrators. The Editor will also support across specific allocated YA authors & titles, delivering best-in-class management of every aspect of their publishing.   Core responsibilities include: Managing the internal book process of designated books (frontlist and backlist reissues), working closely with the commissioner of the book, as a team. This includes writing editorial notes, scheduling, compiling jacket and cover copy + cover briefs, arranging and working through legal reads (if needed), populating Advanced Title Information, liaising with the author/external stakeholders, agreeing materials’ delivery dates and file fees, liaising with Production, typesetters and designers and agreeing and managing a budget for the book. Contributing to brand vision and publishing initiatives – across frontlist and backlist, reissue programmes and ancillary publishing ideas. Acting as an internal champion for designated authors and brands, and a key internal contact. Meta-data management across designated 6+ key brands: writing online copy and subtitles, and ensuring all metadata is created and entered on the system in good time,to have a positive impact on the success of the book; updating copy and metadata in order to continue this impact as the market changes. Acting as coordinator/administrative support across designated 6+ Top Brands: managing brand sheets’ process, key brand meetings (Agenda setting, recording actions), and publishing schedules. Reading submissions / manuscripts when allocated and sharing thoughts on their publishing potential. Support on the non-trade publishing strategy for key brands on the list, working closely with the dedicated non-trade team (across sales, design, managing editorial) to improve ways of working, establish best-practise and drive growth across this area of the business.   What you’ll bring Passion for, and experience in, kids and YA/Crossover publishing. An eagerness to work on books that are already loved by many thousands of readers, across age groups, around the world, with a drive to reach more; an understanding of the legacy of best-loved series and authors. Brimming with ideas, insight and energy for market-leading publishing Ability to operate as a trusted internal and external ambassador for the Puffin 6+ fiction brands and books A proven track-record and confidence in editing and editorial support work Strong communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of people and to influence others Initiative, confidence and creative motivation Able to prioritise, multitask and work under pressure Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills Strong skills in Power BI are preferable, and strong market awareness is essential Flair for good copy, design, and brand messaging A strong team player with interpersonal sensitivity Calm and resilient under pressure Curious and inquisitive   Application instructions Please apply with your CV and cover letter outlining why you are the right candidate for the role by 28th August.   Salary Circa £35,000 dependent on how your skills and experience align to the role, plus bonus and benefits.   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 be in the office a minimum of 3 days a week, including Tuesday as a mandatory in-office day.     Disclosure requirements pertaining to the collection of your personal data: Responsible for processing the information provided in your application is the company specified in the job advertisement, with its registered office as indicated. The company processes your data for the purpose of establishing an employment relationship on the basis of Art. 6 (1) b GDPR / Section 26 (1) sentence 1 BDSG. The retention period for your data is determined by the statutory time limits applicable in the respective country, beginning upon completion of the recruitment process. You can find these here . You can contact the company’s Data Protection Officer at the above-mentioned postal address.  Further information on data protection and your rights can be found here .   Recruiting-Platform .