editorial assistant

editorial assistant Bristol, England

University of Bristol
Full Time Bristol, England 25948 - 23662 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

The role

Bristol University Press (BUP), and its imprint Policy Press (PP), is looking to appoint an Editorial Assistant (EA) or a Senior Editorial Assistant (SEA) to join the commissioning team.


They will be joining the press at an exciting time of growth and will be working on social science books that tackle the global challenges of the twenty-first century (with specific focus on the social studies of technology, business, and the economy). They will support two editors in the commissioning and project management of academic monographs and edited collections, textbooks, and trade titles for the general reader.


We are looking for an eager and driven candidate who will play a key role in helping to build an exciting publishing programme.

What will you be doing?

The EA/SEA is mainly responsible for:


  • Overseeing the proposal and contracted typescript peer review processes
  • Preparing internal book project paperwork, including financial costings
  • Liaising with authors and series editors to ensure the timely delivery of manuscripts
  • Maintaining database records and running reports
  • Undertaking market research and analysing findings (SEA level)
  • Providing other administrative support to the commissioning team

You should apply if

You should apply if you have:


  • Experience in an administrative role, preferably within publishing
  • Proven ability to juggle priorities and work with little day-to-day supervision
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Video Conferencing (Teams / Zoom)
  • Attention to detail, with strong organisational skills and the ability to plan and prioritise a busy workload
  • Knowledge of the publishing process and industry, or an ability to acquire it quickly

The Press will appoint at either EA (Grade E) or SEA (Grade F) level based on demonstratable skills and experience. Please indicate which level you would like to be considered for.


We are currently operating a blended working policy with a minimum one day per week in the office (based in central Bristol on campus).

Additional information

Additional information

Contract type: Open ended

Work pattern: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Grade/Salary: E £23,662-£25,948 per annum / F £25,948-£28,929 per annum

School/Unit: Bristol University Press, Faculty of Social Sciences and Law For informal queries, please contact Paul Stevens – [email protected]

This advert will close at 23:59 GMT on Wednesday 12th July 2023.

We recently launched our strategy to 2030 tying together our mission, vision and values.

The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.

Available documents

  • SUPP110044 Editorial Assistant JD.pdf
  • SUPP110044 Senior Editorial Assistant JD.pdf

JOB NUMBER

SUPP110044

CONTRACT TYPE/WORK PATTERN

Open ended / Full time

CLOSING DATE

12 Jul 2023

FACULTY/DIVISION

Faculty of Social Sciences and Law

SALARY

£23,662-£25,948 per annum/£25,948-£28,929 per annum

editorial assistant
University of Bristol

www.bris.ac.uk
Bristol, United Kingdom
The Right Honourable the Baroness Hale of Richmond
$500 million to $1 billion (USD)
5001 to 10000 Employees
College / University
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Education
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