Production Editorial Assistant

Location: London

Salary: £25,500 per annum

Do you have an eye for detail and are looking to embark upon a production editorial career in a dynamic, fast-paced and progressive company? Established in 2002, the company is an independent London-based legal media company firmly committed to delivering pivotal insights. Their range of print and digital products, as well as in-person and online events, provide primary legal, regulatory and policy information and reporting to businesses worldwide. They believe in pursuing fresh, indispensable information to advance the industry as a whole. Across their products, they cover over 60 areas of law and over 190 jurisdictions, connecting their audience with the expert knowledge they seek out and rely on.

The Role

The company is looking for a Production Editorial Assistant and is offering the opportunity to work within a brilliant team connecting legal experts worldwide. A dynamic and varied role, you will be involved in all aspects of the production process including copy-editing, proofreading & creating page layouts. In addition to assisting the production team, you will be responsible for your own portfolio of titles, so it is essential that you are highly organised, conscientious and have a positive mindset. It is also imperative that you are able to adhere to their workflow policies.

The Product

As a Production Editorial Assistant, you will primarily be involved in the production of their legal publications. The ICLG series provides indispensable information from leading legal minds to empower learning across their global community of law firms, businesses, governments and high net worth individuals. The GLI series brings crucial discussion points into focus, advancing the industry and delivering educational thought leadership to their global community.

Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the production of certain titles.
• Coordinating the submission of material, copy-editing chapters and creating page layouts in accordance with their house style.
• Proofreading content.
• Maintaining and developing relationships with existing and new clients throughout the production process.

Skills and Qualifications

• A natural ability for attention to detail.
• The ability to pick up new processes and procedures.
• Sound editing and proofreading abilities, with an impeccable grasp of the English language.
• The ability to manage a sizeable workload and work to tight deadlines.
• Commendable project management skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• A working knowledge of InDesign and PaintShop Pro would be an advantage, but training will be provided.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, with the option to work from home up to 3 days a week.
• Supportive, encouraging and tight-knit team, providing a great work environment.
• Clear career progression opportunities.
• Corporate days out, discretionary bonus, pension scheme, and more.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable company, please do not hesitate to apply. The company values diversity. They are committed to supporting a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive workplace that sets its people up to succeed. They welcome and encourage applicants from all backgrounds. They also support different ways of working by offering flexible working arrangements.