Job Description

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Editor at Routledge, working on a broad range of academic books as part of the US English Language and Linguistics list.  

Reporting to the English Language and Linguistics Publisher, you will be an important member of the team in helping us to grow the list by developing a strong commissioning strategy in line with overall team objectives, including developing an awareness of the academic market and competitor strengths/weaknesses to take advantage of gaps and opportunities in the market.  

You will work with the existing authors and editors and also liaise with editorial colleagues across the wider Humanities team as well as working with other internal departments such as production, marketing, rights, and sales to champion our titles and ensure both our handover and revenue goals are met. The position may also involve conference attendance and campus calling. 

CLOSING DATE: 14TH OCTOBER 2021

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: 

• Meeting demanding annual commissioning and revenue goals, commissioning new books with a focus on handbooks and student textbooks that respond to current market and research needs 
• Meet annual front list plans, working closely with a team of editorial assistants to ensure that manuscript submission, production, and publishing deadlines are met;
• Researching the market, with the goal of commissioning new projects as appropriate. 
• Identifying market needs and recruit authors to write books that meet said needs, evaluating book proposals for quality, content, and market viability. 
• Proposing quality projects to publishing committee, including compiling an internal proposal document and preliminary financial costing. 
• Negotiating contract terms with authors or their representatives to arrive at favorable agreements. 
• Working closely with team editors to develop and maintain strategy for the lists as a part of the overall strategy of the Humanities team. 
• Working closely with authors, and editorial, production, marketing, and sales colleagues to ensure that goals are met.

Qualifications

• Must be a self-starter who can work quickly and independently, while liaising effectively with team members globally. 
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills, be highly organized, detail-oriented, and have a financial focus and ability to budget and analyze financial data, as well as the ability to prioritize workload under pressure. 
• Exceptional word processing, spreadsheet, and database skills. 
• Experience in academic publishing, ideally in North America, and familiarity with the academic book publishing process. 
• Some commissioning experience is essential

Additional Information

• Competitive salary 
• Ample paid time off  
• Sick time 
• Medical & vision benefits  
• Volunteering days per year 
• Day off for your birthday 
• 401(k) match 
• Flexible working schedule  
• Seasonal social and charitable events 
• Training and development

AT TAYLOR & FRANCIS WE CARE ABOUT OUR COLLEAGUES, PROMOTING WORK-LIFE BALANCE, WELLBEING AND FLEXIBLE WORKING. WE BELIEVE THAT 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 WHICH YOU ARE PASSIONATE ABOUT. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  

• You must have the right to work and live in United States  
• This role may be remote but on the East Coast to have sufficient overlapping hours to work with UK colleagues  
• Domestic and international travel to T&F offices may be required

THE COMPANY - TAYLOR & FRANCIS GROUP AN INFORMA BUSINESS 

Informa is a leading academic publishing, business intelligence, knowledge and events business, creating unique content and connectivity for customers all over the world. It is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a member of the FTSE 100.    Taylor & Francis Group operates globally and produces high quality, peer reviewed books and journals. We produce unique, trusted content by expert authors, spreading knowledge and promoting discovery globally. We aim to broaden thinking and advance understanding, providing academics and professionals with a platform to share ideas and realize their individual potential. 

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