Project Editor - Literary, Adult Publishing (12 Months FTC) in London

Simon & Schuster, a global leader in general interest publishing, is dedicated to providing the best in fiction and non-fiction for readers of all ages, and in all printed, digital and audio formats. Its distinguished roster of authors includes many of the world's most popular and widely recognized writers, and winners of the most prestigious literary honors and awards.

Simon & Schuster UK’s Adult Editorial Operations team is looking for a talented Project Editor to work on the prestigious literary Scribner and Summit lists. They will help the team publish the most exciting and distinctive talent in literary fiction and non-fiction and champion our books and authors with clear vision and creativity, ensuring they are a success critically and commercially.

The Project Editor - Literary will work alongside commissioning editors in-house, taking a complete manuscript through all stages of the editing process, coordinating with authors and agents when necessary, freelancers, the editor, and the production and design departments to ensure that assigned projects are delivered within deadlines and budgets.

The Project Editor will review copyedits and liaise with authors to resolve queries, manage proofs and corrections, and ensure accuracy across text and jackets. They will oversee freelancers and budgets, compile and clear illustrated material where required, brief covers and draft copy, manage metadata and internal systems, and read submissions to provide feedback to acquiring editors.

The ideal candidate will be able to work in a busy editorial team, with the credibility to sign books off to press. They will have an awareness of publishing systems and timelines, show demonstrable knowledge of copyediting or line editing and proofreading, and possess excellent communication skills both written and verbal. An interest in literary fiction and non-fiction and awareness of the market would be desirable.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking for their next step in editorial and who wants to work on a wide variety of bestselling and critically acclaimed writing. We are encouraging candidates with a broad range of experience to apply.

Starting from £33,000 pa.

Please apply by attaching your CV and cover letter. We appreciate the strong interest in this role; however, due to the high volume of applications, we may close the position early.

Unfortunately, Simon & Schuster UK cannot accept applications from candidates without a legal right to work in the UK or who require visa sponsorship. Right to work checks are carried out on candidates who make it to offer stage.

Simon & Schuster UK is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, colour, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity and gender expression.