To provide editorial and administrative support to commissioning staff based within the Medical Books Editorial team, the duties will including:
the issuing and management of author/editor contracts
creation and upkeep of new book records
management of proposal peer review process
obtaining sales history for existing books
handling of queries from both existing and potential author/editors
Market research
Costing and profitability reports, sales information for meetings and author
Further Information ...
The role will also involve general administration support, including:
Arranging travel (flights, hotel, currency)
Arranging internal and external meetings, taking minutes as necessary
Processing expenses, typing, correspondence (including standard letters/emails), filing
Postage and couriering, photocopying, internal distribution mail
Managing calendars, covering phone and email in absence
Handling queries
Selection criteria
Previous administrative experience within a busy office environment is essential for this role, as is experience of working with customers and liaising with clients.
A basic understanding of publishing would be advantage as would experience within academic or professional publishing.
The role requires use of Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Word, a good working knowledge of all these system is essential.
The Editorial Assistant will be required to manage their own workload, prioritise work and work independently.
A good standard of written and spoken English is essential to this role.
Degree or equivalent qualification or relevant equivalent experience is also a requirement.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary
Performance Related Incentive Scheme
Defined contribution pension scheme
Attractive Company Benefits including 25 days holiday, 50% staff discount, support towards professional qualifications , employee assistance programme
Other
Should have the right to live and work within the UK
Optional Information
The closing date for this role is 22nd August 2012