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Closing date for applications: 23 January 2026Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 per annum&nbsp;Steer sales strategies, build relationships, and drive growth across bestselling authors and brands in this exciting role.The key account manager will contribute towards our ambitious growth strategy for the special sales channel working across all Bloomsbury publishing divisions to sell our extraordinary list of bestselling authors and brands. Our list encompasses Children’s, Head of Zeus, Adult Trade, Cookery and Lifestyle including the following authors: William Dalrymple, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall, Johan Hari, Elodie Harper, Dan Jones, SJ Maas, Madeline Miller, Poppy O’Toole, J.K Rowling and Katherine Rundell. The candidate will have responsibility for sales made to a range of special sales accounts with a specific focus on driving backlist strategy in close collaboration with publishing teams.&nbsp;&nbsp;Responsibilities<ul><li>Manage a varied portfolio of accounts, creating and ensuring best practise is followed at all times</li><li>Contribute to strategies to maximise turnover and profit of Special Sales department, selling across the Children’s, Adult Trade, Lifestyle, Head of Zeus and Special Interest divisions whilst working towards group sales strategy and targets</li><li>Actively identify new business opportunities in the non-trade and non-traditional retail sector </li><li>Demonstrate commercial awareness and an in depth understanding of P&amp;Ls in order to build bulk print runs working closely with the UK Sales and Export teams to maximise ROI for the business</li><li>Represent the Special Sales team at relevant internal meetings, providing market insight, contributing to and shaping sales strategy</li><li>Feed into internal reporting across all publishing divisions, including, but not restricted to business reviews, acquisition discussions and weekly sales updates</li><li>Work closely with the publishing, production and operations teams and senior stakeholders</li><li>Support sales team colleagues when necessary</li></ul>&nbsp;Knowledge, skills &amp; experience&nbsp;<ul><li>Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to communicate with stakeholders of different levels</li><li>Excellent time-management and organisational skills, experienced at multi-tasking and prioritising work-load</li><li>Demonstrate excellent client relationship building and development skills</li><li>Self-starter, able to use initiative with excellent problem solving skills</li><li>Strong negotiation skills with a clear understanding of the commercials</li><li>Creative, flexible and agile approach to sales</li><li>Good attention to detail</li><li>Knowledge of Biblio, Vista, Nielsen and Cognos would be advantageous</li><li>Skilled at Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li></ul>&nbsp;Additional informationThe role is a&nbsp;full-time, 12 month fixed term contract position, due to begin in April 2026. The role is based at&nbsp;our London office 50 Bedford Square, London, WC1B 3DP. On a hybrid-working pattern of 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred).&nbsp; Allocated office days for this role are: Mondays &amp; TuesdaysPlease apply with a CV and covering letter&nbsp;addressed to Human Resources (Word or PDF format only) via the 'Apply' button how you meet the requirements outlined above for this role by 23:59 on Friday 23rd of January 2026. For best results, please use a desktop to apply as some mobile browsers may not fully support the application portal. Bloomsbury reserve the right to close the role early if we exceed the required number of applications. Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Bloomsbury benefitsAs well as a fantastic opportunity to join a global award-winning organisation, Bloomsbury offers the following competitive benefits package:<ul><li>Hybrid working pattern of: 2 days office based / 3 days home based (or fully office based if preferred</li><li>25 days holiday and 3.5 days Christmas company holiday</li><li>Two paid Personal Wellness Days</li><li>Flexible Fridays – take Friday afternoon off by working an additional&nbsp;3 hours and 30 minutes earlier in the week</li><li>Work Anywhere Fortnight -&nbsp;For two weeks of any calendar year. The minimum period for Working Anywhere is one week, the maximum period is two weeks.</li><li>Season Ticket Loan</li><li>Learning &amp; Development -&nbsp;Free access to LinkedIn Learning, BookMachine Campus, InRehearsal &amp; IPG Skills Hub</li><li>Share Save Scheme</li><li>AXA Healthcare Plan (Private Medical Insurance)</li><li>Ride to Work Scheme</li><li>Peppy Health App</li><li>In-house Doctor</li><li>Eye Care Voucher Scheme</li><li>EAP Advice and Counselling</li></ul>Company culture – Employee Voice Meetings, Staff Networks (Bloom, Accessibility, Mental Health, Pride, and Parents, Guardians and Carers, Multi-Faith) and Mental Health First Aiders trained across the UK offices, Publishing Events and access to free Publishing Resources&nbsp;&nbsp;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 requiredPlease include in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Head Office - London

Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Bloomsbury Publishing UK: Bedford Square Office

Key account manager, special sales - 12 month FTC

Closing date for applications: 16 January 2026Salary: £35,000 - £38,000 dependent on experience and location (+benefits +bonus)Location: The role will be based at our London or Sheffield office, with a blend of in-office (3 days) and homeworking (2 days) per week&nbsp;Bring your sales expertise to Hachette and champion world-class publishing, working with leading authors and markets across Europe.Hachette UK is a creative powerhouse and the UK's second largest book publishing group. Our mission is to make it easy for everyone to discover new worlds of ideas, learning, entertainment and opportunity. We're made up of 10 autonomous publishing divisions and over 60 imprints with a rich and diverse history and an incredible range of authors. We're also the market leader in e-books and publish a range of bestsellers in audio format, the fastest growing part of our business.The Hachette international sales team is a high-performing, driven team working across 9 of our 10 publishing divisions. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an exciting and growing part of our business.&nbsp;What you'll be doingReporting into the head of sales for Europe, you will be responsible for Hachette UK and Hachette Book Group US sales into Western European markets including Benelux, France, Switzerland, Norway &amp; Iceland.&nbsp; Key responsibilities will include:<ul><li>All aspects of account management including building client relationships, regular sell in presentations, monitoring performance and providing an excellent level of customer service</li><li>Gathering and analysing sales data to inform regular business reviews with customers, spot trends and monitor sales closely</li><li>Working within a set marketing and travel budget</li><li>Achieving thorough product knowledge of all HUK &amp; HBG US publications</li><li>Product championing an allocated division(s) within the open market team and attending key internal meetings for that division</li></ul>&nbsp;Who we are looking forWe are looking for a motivated team player who has previous account management experience and a proven track record in sales. Communication and prioritisation skills are a must as well as a passion for books and:<ul><li>Excellent customer relationship building and management skills</li><li>Presentation skills</li><li>Organisational and IT skills with a meticulous attention to detail</li><li>Intelligent negotiation skills</li><li>Commercial and results driven with an&nbsp;understanding of financial drivers</li></ul>&nbsp;What we offerOur staff are our greatest asset, and our benefits reflect this:<ul><li>28 annual leave days per year, increases to 29 days after 2 years' service and goes up to 30 days after 5 years' (+ bank holidays)</li><li>Private medical insurance</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Generous pension schemes</li><li>Rent deposit loans</li><li>2 community days per year</li><li>Summer hours (finishing at 1pm on Fridays during the summer months)</li><li>Retail discounts through Hachette rewards</li><li>Cycle to Work scheme</li><li>Eye care vouchers</li><li>Wide-ranging training library</li><li>Development programmes (including mentoring)</li><li>Up to 70% off book purchases</li><li>A charity bookshelf</li><li>12 Staff-led employee networks that are voluntary, including&nbsp;AgeWise, Gender Balance, Thrive, Pride, All Together, Wellbeing&nbsp;and religious networks</li><li>Season ticket loans</li><li>And much more!</li></ul>&nbsp;Our commitmentThe Book Trade Charity offers financial support to people looking to enter the book trade but who may struggle to afford the costs of attending interviews and undertaking junior roles. For more information visit&nbsp;<a href="http://www.booktradeentrysupport.org/" target="_blank">www.booktradeentrysupport.org</a>Hachette employs people on the basis of their abilities. We aim to attract and develop talent from a base as broad as the world of readers we want to reach, with a wide and representative range of age, faith, disability, race, gender, sexuality and socio-economic, regional and cultural backgrounds. If you are shortlisted and need us to make any adjustments to help you attend for interview, please let us know.Please state in your application that you found this role through Creative Access.

Carmelite House

Hachette UK

International sales manager

Closing date for applications: Sunday 8th February 2026 at 11.59pmEvent date and time: Tuesday 10th March 2026, 6–8pmLocation: 2 Marylebone Road, London NW1 4DF&nbsp;Join Which?, the UK’s consumer champion, for an in-person industry insights event designed to open doors, share real career advice, and give you direct access to the people behind the array of content we publish online and in our magazines.<a href="https://www.which.co.uk/" target="_blank">Which?</a> is a not for profit organisation, all for protecting consumers – a powerful force for good, here to make life simpler, fairer and safer for everyone. From product testing and reviews to tackling online scams and campaigning for safer products, Which? is the independent consumer voice that provides impartial expert advice and helps people make confident choices. At Which?, our daily mission is to drive real change with ‘improving life for consumers’ at its core. We nurture a dynamic, diverse workplace where everyone feels valued and heard, so we can deliver real impact.&nbsp;&nbsp;Event detailsCreative Access and Which? are co-hosting an in-person industry insights event on Tuesday 10th March 2026 from 6–8pm, for early to mid career candidates from under-represented groups with an interest in roles at Which?.&nbsp;The event will include a panel discussion, interactive demos, and networking opportunities. You’ll explore different areas within the content and publishing&nbsp;teams, meet the people behind the work, and gain insight into the skills and experience needed to succeed. You’ll also have the opportunity to join our talent pool for future roles.Apply now for your chance to join this exclusive event and be considered for future roles through our talent pool.&nbsp;What to expectOur expert panel of Which? employees will provide an overview of the organisation, career pathways, innovation, and future skills. They'll cover:<ul><li>What Which? does and why it is a great place to work</li><li>Key functions including what the content and publishing&nbsp;teams do</li><li>Panellists' roles, career journeys and insights</li><li>How Which? uses technology, data, and creative approaches</li><li>Skills and experience needed for future roles with advice and tips for applications</li></ul>After the panel, you'll have the chance to get hands-on with interactive demos hosted by Which? and network with the panel and other team members - a great opportunity to ask questions, make connections and gain first-hand insights.&nbsp;What you will gain<ul><li>Understanding of Which?: learn the organisation's purpose and unique impact, to help you decide if it is the right environment for you</li><li>Actionable application skills: learn how to navigate modern recruitment and improve your CV and applications</li><li>Direct industry insight: gain real insights into the types of roles available and the reality of working in this sector</li></ul>&nbsp;Future opportunitiesFollowing the event, attendees will join our talent pool for access to exciting future opportunities at Which? including:<ul><li>Researcher/writer - turn investigations, product testing, surveys and reviews into actionable, engaging advice and editorial content</li><li>Market analyst - analyse data and market trends to provide the core insights that guide Which?’s testing, reviews, and content</li><li>Content producer/writer - create and optimise content that drive Which?'s digital presence and impact, engages audiences, and supports our mission</li></ul>&nbsp;What we're looking forWe welcome candidates from a wide range of disciplines, especially those with research, analysis, and communication skills, which may include:<ul><li>Social sciences &amp; humanities: researching topics, synthesising information, and working with consumer insights</li><li>Media, journalism &amp; communications: spotting stories in data, investigative techniques, writing for audiences, or digital content</li><li>Business, economics and marketing: numeracy, analysing markets, managing projects or working with datasets</li></ul>Depending on the role you're interested in, examples of the range of desirable skills and experiences we value could include:<ul><li>Curiosity and passion for data, digital tools, and turning research into easy-to-read, engaging content</li><li>Enthusiasm for Which? and an interest in its values and mission</li><li>Content creation and communication skills, with attention to accuracy, readability, and engaging writing</li><li>Confidence handling data, analytics, and using research methods to draw meaningful insights</li><li>Familiarity with digital tools and best practices e.g. Microsoft/Google Suite, content management systems (CMS), or search engine optimisation (SEO)</li><li>Project management skills, including managing multiple tasks and deadlines</li><li>Strong interpersonal skills and confidence building relationships</li><li>A curious and consumer-focused mindset, with an interest in how products, services and websites work</li></ul>This list isn't exhaustive but is intended to be a guide to the types of skills and experiences we look for. You don’t need to tick every box to apply. If you have relevant skills or passion for our work, we’d love to hear from you!&nbsp;To apply<ul><li>Log in to your Creative Access account or register today to apply for this opportunity</li><li>Upload as one document your CV and a cover letter answering the following question: “How would attending this session support you in progressing in your career?” (applications without answers will not be accepted)</li><li>Please also include in your application written permission for Which? to keep your details on file as part of the recruitment talent pool</li><li>Once submitted, you can no longer amend your application, so proof-read carefully</li><li>Do not contact or apply via the company directly</li><li>Please email any queries about this opportunity to Creative Access at this address: <a href="mailto:recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk" target="_blank">recruit@creativeaccess.org.uk</a></li></ul>&nbsp;This opportunity is open to individuals from groups that are under-represented in the creative industries. This includes, but is not limited to, individuals who identify as Black, Asian, or from other ethnically diverse backgrounds, or people of any ethnicity who belong to the following under-represented groups: disabled people, people with the characteristic of gender reassignment, individuals from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, carers and asylum seekers.

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