Edward Elgar Publishing is an award-winning international publisher of academic economics, law, public policy and management books.
EEP is seeking an experienced desk editor to join its busy editorial team on a full-time basis. The desk editor, encyclopedia will be responsible for the editorial administration and processing of EEP titles, with a focus on multi-volume encyclopedia, from manuscript file to pdf/XML file.
Knowledge or experience of academic publishing would be a bonus. The successful candidate will manage projects from manuscript to final pdf/XML file, while liaising with editors, production and editorial staff, suppliers and freelancers. You will need to be careful and methodical as well as flexible and adaptable.
Essential Requirements:
1. Excellent communication, organizational and digital skills.
2. Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Adobe.
3. Thorough working knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop.
4. Some knowledge of XML would be an advantage.
Benefits include: hybrid working pattern, season ticket loans, cycle-to-work scheme, childcare voucher scheme, group personal pension scheme, long-term disability insurance scheme and an employee assistance programme.
This is a full-time position, working 35 hours per week, based in our offices in Camberley, Surrey, UK. Working arrangements will be discussed at interview.
A detailed job description is available on request. Closing date Friday 8 November 2024.
Edward Elgar Publishing is committed to promoting equity in opportunity and to creating an inclusive and diverse working environment where all individuals can thrive. We encourage applications from all backgrounds and are committed to having a team that is made up of diverse skills, experiences and abilities.
Salary from £25,600 dependant on experience. Apply by email with CV and a cover letter to Olivia McAdam: olivia.mcadam@e-elgar.co.uk.
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