Senior Editor, SparkPool

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Reporting to: Publishing Manager/Head of Publishing, SparkPool

Location: Cottage Farm, Mears Ashby Road, Sywell, Northamptonshire, NN6 0BJ

Working pattern: Hybrid – minimum of two days per week in the office; up to three days per week working from home

Department: Publishing

General Summary

As a Senior Editor, you will play a pivotal role in the growth of our SparkPool publishing programme – the Adult imprint of Igloo Books – delivering high-quality work in line with the vision of the list, contributing to the strategic growth of SparkPool and supporting the company’s goals.

With a proven track record of project management in the publishing industry, you will possess a deep understanding of market trends, audience preferences and the evolving publishing landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate books and products as briefed by the Head of Publishing and publishing briefing team.
• Research, write, copy‑edit, proofread and sign off a variety of products across formats.
• Ensure all files meet editorial accuracy and quality standards at every stage.
• Apply house style consistently and fulfil project briefs.
• Manage high‑complexity projects (format or content) with a publishing partner.
• Monitor and maintain schedules to ensure timely delivery of final files.
• Brief and coordinate third‑party contributors, including packagers, illustrators, authors and freelancers.

About You

• Demonstrable experience in an editorial or commercial role within publishing.
• Strong understanding of market trends, consumer demands, formats and relevant subject matter.
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills.
• Expert understanding of editorial processes and copy‑editing standards.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and MS Office Suite.
• Strong awareness of formats, age ranges and subject matter.
• Demonstrable passion for creating engaging and fun content.
• Problem‑solving mindset with a dynamic, proactive and team‑oriented approach.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.

Why Join Us?

🌟 Work on global brands: Shape books for readers worldwide.

🏡 Hybrid working: Enjoy flexible work arrangements.

🌳 Stunning location: Our regional office is based in the beautiful Northamptonshire countryside.

📈 Career growth: Be part of a dynamic and ambitious publishing team.

If you\’re an editor looking to make a significant impact within our fastest growing imprint, we\’d love to hear from you!

📩 Apply now to be a part of our vibrant publishing programme!

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Writing/Editing

Book Publishing