Editorial Assistant (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
Editorial Assistant (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)
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Job Description
Taylor & Francis Group a leading international academic publishing company currently has an exciting opportunity for an Editorial Assistant to join the company.
Candidates with little or no prior experience in publishing can also apply as this entry-level role is an excellent opportunity to gain a thorough introduction to publishing. The role involves working on all phases of the book publication process from the conceptual stage to the finished book and beyond and does not involve copyediting and proofreading.
What youll be doing:
- Supporting Commissioning Editor(s) in maintaining their publishing programme by actively working on the varied phases of a books publication from the get-go.
- Working closely with authors to ensure timely delivery of manuscripts and preparing them for production (handover) in accordance with the organisational standards.
- Conducting peer-review of new proposals and processing contracts honorarium payments complimentary copies among other administrative action items.
- Drafting blurbs for the final books and product pages.
- Liaising with internal departments for prompt redressal of queries related to royalty payments marketing material and production schedule.
- Maintaining a comprehensive record of projects and revenue status by updating internal database and project management systems.
- Working and collaborating within a global team towards the larger organisational objectives.
This is a fixed term position for 12 months.
Qualifications :
Editorial Assistants perform a range of administrative and editorial tasks necessary to the production of publications. We are looking for candidates with:
- High organization with strong prioritisation and time management skills
- High standard of written and spoken English.
- Working Knowledge of Microsoft Office and basic Project Management skills.
- Ability to work efficiently calmly and to a high standard under pressure and with strict deadlines
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to communicate sensitively and professionally
- Team player with a flexible positive approach to helping others and an enthusiasm for learning
Additional Information :
Location: The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a commutable distance of our Delhi office to ensure that as a balanced worker they can make it to our office location to collaborate as required. There is an expectation for a minimum of 3 days per week in-person time.
When applying please include a covering letter with your CV explaining why you are interested in this role and working for Taylor & Francis.
Applications are shortlisted on a rolling basis and we will be interviewing alongside advertising. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity.
Being Yourself at Taylor & Francis
If youre excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience dont fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and contribute regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources incentives and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and live a healthy balanced life.
Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits develop and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other non-merit-based factor.
We genuinely care about our colleagues promoting work-life balance well-being and flexible working. We believe the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities and to innovate and develop in areas in which you are passionate. To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: better yet check out our LinkedIn Life Page highlighting our accomplishments employees and company culture. Its also a good way to meet our recruitment team who will be happy to advise you on your journey here at T&F.
Should you have any queries please contact the recruitment team on
To find out more and to apply please visit our careers site: would like to thank all applicants in advance and regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
Employment Type
Full-time
