Editorial Assistant, Hutchinson Heinemann (Cornerstone)

Job description

Cornerstone is looking for an Editorial Assistant to work on our literary fiction publishing. The successful candidate will work with the authors of the publishing directors, across Hutchinson Heinemann, an imprint characterised by the bold storytelling and the cultural resonance of its fiction and non-fiction. Authors you’ll be working with closely include Taylor Jenkins Reid, Amor Towles, Lauren Groff, Richard Powers, Jennie Godfrey, Rachel Khong, Sebastian Faulks and Olivia Gatwood.

The role will involve a wide array of editorial and administrative tasks, including:

- Managing book and prize submissions
- Processing expenses
- Maintaining internal systems
- Proofreading book covers
- Writing descriptive copy for books and marketing materials
- Offering feedback on book proposals and manuscripts

Please apply with your CV and Cover Letter by 23:59 on Monday 27th May. As part of your cover letter, tell us about a recently published novel you would recommend and why (in no more than 300 words).

We’d love it if you had…

The role will be particularly suitable to someone who:

- Is a voracious reader of fiction with an insatiable curiosity for new voices.
- Is a team-player, with excellent verbal and written communication skills, and a knack for working closely with stakeholders (whether colleagues, authors, agents or freelancers).
- Is highly efficient, organised and proactive, with the ability to prioritise a demanding workload.
- Has a meticulous eye for detail and for spotting (and solving) problems before they arise.

You don’t need previous publishing experience; merely an interest in books and a willingness and ability to learn.

Employer details

We’re the UK’s largest publisher; made up of some 2,000 people and publishing over 1,500 books each year. Our doors are open to all kinds of talent. In a constantly evolving industry, we work hard to stretch the definition of the word publisher. Here, you’ll work with a breadth of talent who all play their part to make each of our books a success. Together, we make books for everyone because a book can change anyone.