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We have a very exciting and interesting role with a global professional membership organisation, specialising in the legal sector, to recruit an Assistant Editor for their busy editorial team. This pivotal role will support the Managing Editor in all aspects of producing their bi-monthly publication and the quarterly technical supplement, which are core parts of the organisation’s member offerings. This role if a full-time position and offers a hybrid working arrangement of two days a week in their London office.
The Assistant editor will work closely with the Managing Editor, in all aspects of the publishing process, including processing submissions, editing and proofreading, through to online submission. You will act as the point of contact for authors and stakeholders, and this role will also work closely with the Graphic Designer on a daily basis.
Some of the key responsibilities will include:
Copy-editing, proofreading and content management Acting as the point of contact for authors, writers and other internal/external colleagues Uploading content on the publication website, maintain the relevant webpages Liaising with publishers, to identify source of books for review in the publications, from commissioning to publication Responsibility for the production and distribution of publication newsletters Assisting with editorial board meetings/calls Reporting on data analytics and content engagement to increase member engagement This is a fabulous role to broaden your editorial experience. The ideal person will have demonstrable experience from an editorial role, preferably from a B2B or B2C background. You should be interested in working with content that may sometimes be technical. You will have great initiative, and a can-do approach, as well as the ability to hit the ground running.
Our client offers great company benefits including a generous pension, life assurance and private healthcare.
If you are looking for a role where you will have the opportunity to develop, and work in an inclusive and supportive environment, please send your CV and a short cover letter to: info@redwoodrecruitment.com
