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Editorial Director / Publishing Director c. 10 month FTC (4 - 5 days per week)Salary Starting from 56,500 pa, Full Time Equivalent (depending on experience)Location LondonThis is a Temporary , Part Time vacancy that will close in 5 days at 23:59 BST .The VacancyBloomsbury General is looking for a passionate and dynamic commercial fiction Editorial Director / Publishing Director for a fixed term parental cover to start in approximately August.The successful candidate will have a proven track record of commissioning and publishing bestselling commercial fiction from romance to bookclub fiction, debut authors to brand names. They will be as excited by growing major established names as they are by launching new voices. Authors on the list include Alex Aster, Ali McNamara, Bal Khabra, Bianca Gillam, Kate Dramis, Kate Fagan, Katie Fforde, Moira Macdonald, Rebecca Reid and more.In collaboration with the Head of Bloomsbury General, the successful candidate will help to deliver our general fiction strategy, inspiring sales, marketing and publicity teams as well as authors and agents along the way. Sincere passion for and a deep understanding of the commercial fiction market is a must for this role.About the teamBloomsbury General is the commercial heart of Bloomsbury. We publish fiction and non-fiction for readers seeking entertainment and escape, as much as challenge and inspiration. We are home to Stuart Turton, Laura Purcell, Sally Smith, the cast and creators of Ghosts and Gladiators, Penny Lancaster, Samantha Shannon, Alan Moore, Brittney Arena, Ali McNamara, Katie Fforde, Alex Aster, Bal Khabra and many more.Bloomsbury General was launched just two years ago. Since then we have published six Sunday Times bestsellers, the bestselling paperback original of 2024 and we have launched our new SFF imprint, Archer, to sit alongside our already well-established crime/thriller imprint, Raven. We publish very selectively, investing time, energy and budget in our authors and their books for the long-term.Tasks and responsibilitiesOversee and deliver the Publishing Directors general fiction list, consisting of 8-10 new titles per year across household names, debuts and ongoing authorsCreative and financial responsibility for the Publishing Directors general fiction listDeliver outstanding author and agent careWork closely with all departments across the business to deliver best-in-class publishingEditingPotential to acquire a select number of titles in accordance with established strategyResearch and market awareness for the listWork closely with the senior team at Bloomsbury General to keep driving the new division forwardsLine management responsibility for an editorial assistantKnowledge, skills and experienceA can-do team player approach with entrepreneurial know-howOutstanding interpersonal and negotiation skillsDrive, determination and commercial creativityThe ability to think big without losing sight of the detailsA clear track-record of successful commercial publishingA demonstrable ability to work well with others to advance common goalsExcellent editorial and creative skillsKnowledge of and passion for the gamut of commercial fictionFluency in the finances of publishingIdeally, you will have experience publishing big brand namesIdeally, you will have line-management experienceAdditional informationThe role is a c10-month fixed term contract with a view to extending. Part time hours will be considered.The role is based at our London office (50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP) on a hybrid-working pattern. You will be required to be in the office on Mondays and Tuesdays. For the rest of the week you can work from home or you can come into the office as you prefer.Please apply with a CV and covering letter addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the APPLY NOW button detailing how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by midnight Sunday 27th April 2025.Bloomsbury BenefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:Working Pattern Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred)Holidays 3.5 days Christmas company holidayOther Benefits Two paid Personal Wellness Days Flexible Fridays take Friday afternoon off by working an additional 3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week Work Anywhere Fortnight - For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks. Season Ticket Loan Share Save Scheme AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance) Eye Care Voucher SchemeCompany culture Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and 14 Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing ResourcesFor additional benefits see below.Bloomsbury is a place where anyone of any background, race, ethnicity, religion, sexuality, gender identity, age, ability, or socio-economic status can thrive, feel comfortable, and be heard and accepted. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sections of the community.We are willing to make any reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process, please flag to the recruitment team if requiredApplicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.The CompanyBloomsbury Publishing Plc.Bloomsbury Publishing is a leading independent publishing house, established in 1986, with authors who have won the Nobel, Pulitzer and Booker Prizes, and is the originating publisher and custodian of the Harry Potter series. Bloomsbury has offices in London, New York, New Delhi, Oxford and Sydney. Within Bloomsburys Academic division, it publishes under Bloomsbury, as well as under a number of prestigious and historic imprint names. Read Our Story for how it all began.Bloomsbury is committed to creating a working environment that stimulates creativity and collaboration, is respectful of difference, is inclusive and ethical in its practice, and promotes well-being. We are determined to nurture and develop our employees to reach their highest potential, and we know that our success is down to the passion, commitment and hard work of our talented people. We recognise the urgent need to attract and support applicants from all backgrounds and identities to become part of the global publishing industry, allowing diverse voices to reflect and shape our culture and society.Please read more on our Missions and Values here .Please read our environmental policy here . #J-18808-Ljbffr